Community Schools Instructor

Sun Prairie Area School District; Town of Sun Prairie (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Sun Prairie Area School District is seeking a Community Schools Instructor - Non-Certified for after-school programs. The position is part-time, 2.5 hours per day, at a starting wage of $22.50 per hour. Location: District Wide.

This role supports children with development activities and communication with families. Under supervision, the instructor helps create goals, oversees safety, and works with families and program leaders to provide a welcoming, inclusive after-school experience.

Qualifications

• Must possess the ability to supervise a group of children while attending to the immediate needs of one child.
• Must possess the ability to nurture children and implement age appropriate activities.
• Has prior experience working with youth.
• Able to resolve challenging situations productively and without personalization.
• Pays attention to detail and is able to multitask.
• Must pass a criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Follow the direction of the site coordinator's management with regard to policies and procedures.
• Lead, participates in, and is responsible for program activities at the assigned site.
• Ensure that site appearance, cleanliness, and safe environment are maintained.
• Maintain confidentiality for families, students, and staff at all times.
• Maintain effective communication with the program leader and/or site coordinator.
• Meet with families, youth, and community members; address concerns in a respectful, sensitive manner.
• Respect cultural diversity and create an inclusive, welcoming environment.
• Ensure the safety and wellness of youth by upholding policies through the program's procedures.
• Participate in professional development and program related training as assigned.

Skills

Supervise children

Nurture children

Youth experience

Attention to detail

Background check

Driver's license

Job description

• Position Type:
  Community Schools/ Community Schools Instructor - Non-Certified
• Date Posted:
  8/11/2026
• Location:
  District Wide

Starting wage: $22.50 per hour
This positions is part time after school, 2.5 hours per day.

SUMMARY
Under general supervision and in accordance with District policies, procedures, and guidelines, the Site Instructor supervises an assigned group of children. The Site Instructor will help to provide the necessary physical and emotional care while carrying out developmental activities. The employee will help develop goals for the children, evaluate each child's progress, and is responsible for communicating with families.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to eligible individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Must possess the ability to take direction and work cooperatively.

• Must possess the ability to supervise a group of children while attending to the immediate needs of one child.
• Must possess the ability to nurture children and implement age appropriate activities.
• Has prior experience working with youth.
• Able to resolve challenging situations productively and without personalization.
• Pays attention to detail and is able to multitask.
• Must pass a criminal background check.
• Has a valid driver's license or access to reliable transportation.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS, COMPETENCIES, AND SKILLS:

• Has prior experience in after school and expanded learning programs, either in a school or a community based setting.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, lift, and carry 20 pounds of materials.
• Work in both indoor and outdoor environments, sometimes in adverse weather situations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Include the following: Other duties may be assigned.

• Follow the direction of the site coordinator's management with regard to policies and procedures.
• Lead, participates in, and is responsible for program activities at the assigned site. This includes preparing materials for the activities, setting up the space, cleaning up afterwards, etc.
• Ensure that site appearance, cleanliness, and safe environment are maintained.
• Maintain confidentiality for families, students, and staff at all times.
• Maintain effective communication with the program leader and/or site coordinator. Must complete all paperwork including daily notes, accident and incident reports, and daily attendance records.
• Meet with families, youth, and community members; address concerns in a respectful, sensitive manner.
• Respect cultural diversity and create an inclusive, welcoming, and respectful environment.
• Ensure the safety and wellness of youth by upholding policies through the program's procedures.
• Participate in professional development and program related training as assigned.
• Show professionalism in all aspects of the position: timeliness, punctuality, attitude, attention to detail, integrity, and ability to positively interact with all our employees and stakeholders.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

The Sun Prairie Area School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the School District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

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