Middle School Afterschool Assistant Director

Department Overview:

Madison School & Community Recreation (MSCR) is Madison’s public recreation provider. MSCR offers a wide variety of athletic, recreational, arts and enrichment activities and classes for all ages in an accessible, inclusive setting. Programs include swimming instruction, MSCR on the Move, arts & enrichment classes, youth summer camps, sports camps & clinics, adult & 50+ fitness, adult sport leagues including pickleball, softball and tennis, and a wide variety of outdoor pursuits including paddling sports, pontoon trips, camping, orienteering and challenge courses. 

As a department of the Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD), MSCR also provides afterschool enrichment activities, clubs and sports as well as summer programming in Madison elementary, middle and high schools, Allied Learning Center and Meadowood Neighborhood Center. Afterschool clubs and sports include: arts & enrichment, homework/academic clubs, drama, dance, skiing, soccer, basketball, volleyball, cross country and much more!

Anticipated Start Date

8/24/26

Anticipated End Date

6/10/27

Anticipated Hours Per Week

18

Schedule:

Varies, typically, Mondays 1:30pm-6:15pm, Tuesday-Friday 3:30pm-6:15pm.

Salary/Wage Range:

Hourly $18.00 to $19.40

Number Of Positions

1

Position Summary/Job Duties:

Madison School & Community Recreation (MSCR) is Madison’s public recreation provider. MSCR offers a wide variety of athletic, recreational, arts and enrichment activities and classes for all ages in an accessible, inclusive setting. Programs include swimming instruction, MSCR on the Move, arts & enrichment classes, youth summer camps, sports camps & clinics, adult & 50+ fitness, adult sport leagues including pickleball, softball and tennis, and a wide variety of outdoor pursuits including paddling sports, pontoon trips, camping, orienteering and challenge courses.

As a department of the Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD), MSCR also provides afterschool enrichment activities, clubs and sports as well as summer programming in Madison elementary, middle and high schools, Allied Learning Center and Meadowood Neighborhood Center. Afterschool clubs and sports include: arts & enrichment, homework/academic clubs, drama, dance, skiing, soccer, basketball, volleyball, cross country and much more!

Program Description:

MSCR offers After School Programs at all 12 MMSD Middle Schools. MSCR Middle School After School programs are geared towards student choice and operate on a “drop-in” model. Applicants should have a desire and passion to lead a variety of activities, including, but not limited to, art and crafts, STEM, youth sports, social-emotional learning, as well as daily homework help for youth in grades 6-8.

Job Description & Duties:

The MSCR Middle School After School Program Assistant Director is responsible for assisting with the overall supervision and management of the after school programs. Duties will include administrative tasks, leading and creating activities, engaging with staff, students and families, enforcing school rules and policies, creating a welcoming, positive and safe environment for students. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Training and experience in teaching recreational activities to children.
• Previous experience with supervising, evaluating, and coaching staff.
• Ability to respond quickly and efficiently in an emergency to ensure student safety.
• Ability to work as a team.
• Possess strong listening and organizational skills.
• Effective communication skills.
• Must be able to multitask.
• Candidates must demonstrate a consistent record of dependable attendance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with social and emotional support needs of middle school-aged youth.
• Bilingual in Spanish or Hmong.
• CPR/First Aid certification.

Application Instructions:

If interested, please complete the MSCR online application. For questions, contact BillieJo Heine at [email protected].

Contact:

Org: Madison School & Community Recreation (MSCR)
Contact: Laura Whitmore
Web: www.mscr.org
Email: [email protected]