Community Learning Center Assistant/Site Director - MSCR - 1.0 FTE

Community Learning Center Assistant/Site Director - MSCR - 1.0 FTE

$30.11 - 30.11 Hourly Wage

MMSD is seeking highly motivated and energetic applicants! Applicants should have a good attitude, willingness to learn, and passion for impactful work and learning.

Why You Should Work with MMSD!

The Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD) is the second-largest school district in Wisconsin. We have a simple but bold vision — to ensure that every school is a thriving school, that prepares every student to graduate from high school ready for college, career, and community. We welcome applicants who will actively contribute to our ongoing commitment to making MMSD a thriving, welcoming environment for all students, families, and staff.

In addition, we have a great compensation package. Visit our benefits page and compensation page for more information.

Becoming a Model School District

The Madison Metropolitan School District is committed to being anti-racist, culturally responsive, and inclusive. We have a simple but bold vision — to ensure that every school is a thriving school, fostering the growth of every student so they graduate from high school ready for college, career and community.

Our strategy is captured in our strategic framework , and centers on three major goals: that all children achieve academically, that our schools are places where children and adults thrive, and that our Black youth excel at school. To achieve this vision, we seek to retain staff in all positions, who are committed to being anti-racist, culturally responsive, and inclusive. Staff who will actively contribute to our ongoing commitment to making MMSD a thriving, welcoming environment for all students, families and staff.

We firmly believe in and are here to create a work environment that is challenging and rewarding, while supporting employees in their career path. We strive to provide, encourage, grow, and develop a talented workforce that better supports and represents the diversity of our student population. We know this vision doesn't come to life without dynamic leaders and support staff in every school.

About Our District

The Madison Metropolitan School District is the second largest school district in Wisconsin. The district serves a beautifully diverse population of more than 25,000 students. More than half are students of color. Almost half come from low income households. Nearly one third are English Language Learners, and more than 100 languages are represented in our schools. Madison schools are committed to making this district a place where every child thrives.

Purpose of Position

Under the general supervision of the Madison Schools & Community Recreation (MSCR) Recreation Specialist - Secondary Programs, this position will develop, promote, coordinate and supervise a variety of out of school and co-curricular activities for middle school students in a safe and enriching environment. It will serve as a youth program site director during summer.

This position will have a high degree of integrity, sustain a culture of continuous improvement, and be committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive work environment while having a growth mindset to a multi-faceted operation while having a focus on creating a positive work culture.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position supervises a range of MSCR seasonal and part time staff including Assistant Directors, Program Leaders, Club Leaders, Coaches, Instructors and Volunteers.

Supervisory duties include coaching, performance evaluation, provision of feedback, and ensuring accountability and alignment with District priorities and strategic goals.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Program Activity Coordination 55%

Develop and implement a variety of out of school time activities for middle school students at assigned school. Activities may be organized to take place before, during school day breaks, afterschool and no-school days, with a focus on afterschool hours

Conduct daily activity visits to monitor program effectiveness, provide feedback to staff and assist in problem solving

Create a physically and emotionally safe and welcoming program environment for all participants and staff

Promote positive staff/student relationships and focus on positive youth development

Lead MSCR Summer Youth programming

Will be assigned to be the Site Director of an MSCR summer youth program or camp.

Site location, age group of participants and programming may change during the summer.

Program Monitoring and Support 20%

Track participation statistics, maintain necessary records and submit reports based on site-based reporting requirements

Monitor, be accountable for and stay within the site-based budget

Purchase supplies, monitor expenditures

Ensure that staff and participants follow MSCR and MMSD policies and procedures

Attend appropriate team, staff, and school meetings

Participate in ongoing professional development opportunities annually outside of required team/department training

Staff Recruiting and Oversight 15%

Recruit club leaders, sport coaches and volunteers from within and outside of school staff

Build positive relationships with school-based staff and promote the values and benefits of offering out of school activities

Hire, train, supervise and evaluate staff

Develop staff work schedules, assign staff, and oversee daily work

Collect, submit and approve timesheets

Community Coordination 5%

Promote clubs and intramural sports to students and teachers within the school setting

Work with school staff to disseminate information to youth and families

Maintain MSCR site-based website with current and accurate information

Share website to school-based and department communications

Serve as a liaison between MSCR, school personnel, community members, parents and community agencies

Other Duties as Assigned 5%

Perform other duties as assigned by executive leadership or their representatives or designees.

Attend district and school functions that support MMSD’s strategic framework, initiatives, and core values.

Complete any and all district required training.

Build collaborative relationships with business partners.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required to Perform Essential Job Functions:

Demonstrated ability to establish relationships at all levels of the organization

Follow principles and practices that promote and advance anti-racism, diversity, equity, and inclusion

Experience in positive youth development – preferably with middle school students

Strong organizational skills, detail oriented and recreation program planning knowledge and experience

Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, with staff, customers, and community organizations

Proven leadership abilities and effective problem-solving skills

Knowledge of establishing teamwork, and building partnerships and positive relationships

Excellent problem-solving abilities and conflict resolution skills

Ability to perform when confronted with emergency, unusual and/or crisis situations

Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, with racially and culturally diverse participants, staff, parents, school staff and with the community

Required Qualifications

Experience in recreation, education, community organizing, volunteer coordination, or related fields

Experience in developing, managing, leading, and evaluating recreation programs, or, any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities

Experience working with individuals and families from diverse cultural and economic backgrounds

Proficient with Google workspace, Microsoft Word and Excel

High school diploma required. Two years of post-high school education preferred

Bi-lingual in Spanish preferred

License or Certification Requirements

First Aid and/or CPR certification

Physical Requirements

Ability to work under generally safe and comfortable conditions where exposure to environmental factors is minimal and poses little to no risk of injury. This position requires the ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally and may involve walking, sitting, stooping or reaching. Manual dexterity is necessary for completing general tasks while operating office equipment. This position may require being stationary for extended periods of time.

Ability to perform work in a variety of indoor and outdoor environments throughout the year, including in inclement weather, spaces without air conditioning, and areas where temperatures may be uncomfortable or fluctuate rapidly.

Working Conditions

Work may require travel to different locations within the district and to off-site meetings.

Position may require working evenings, nights, and some weekends.

Certain positions within the District may allow hybrid work flexibility for a portion of their work schedule, depending on the needs of the position and the work unit. This topic and any remote work flexibility that may be available will be discussed in more detail in the interview process

School-based positions are required to be in-person unless otherwise directed by the building principal.

Disclaimer: This position description is subject to change at any time. The above job description does not limit the duties and responsibilities listed above as they are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. Employees in this position may be required to perform additional job-related tasks as directed by the supervisor.

The Madison Metropolitan School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We continue to seek a diverse and talented workforce. We encourage veterans, women, people of color, LGBTQIA+, and people with disabilities to apply. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

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