Elementary Special Interest Camps Recreation Inclusion Staff – Summer 2025

University of Wisconsin-Madison - Student jobs; United States; Remote; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking enthusiastic individuals to assist in inclusive summer programs for youth. This role involves working closely with children, including those with disabilities, to ensure they can participate fully in recreational activities. Responsibilities include planning and leading activities, providing support, and collaborating with staff to create an engaging environment. The position offers a chance to make a meaningful impact in the community while gaining valuable experience in youth recreation. If you're passionate about inclusivity and recreation, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Must be 16 years or older with experience in youth programs.
• CPR and First Aid certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with inclusion of youth with disabilities in programs.
• Plan and supervise activities, ensuring participation.

Skills

Experience working or volunteering with youth

Effective problem solving skills

Communication skills

Ability to make accommodations for individuals with disabilities

Teamwork

Education

16 years or older

Tools

CPR and First Aid certification

Crisis Management Training

Job description

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: 06/09/2025

Anticipated End Date (If Applicable): 08/22/2025

Remote Work Eligibility Detail: Not Remote

Anticipated Hours Per Week: Minimum: 40 Maximum:

Schedule: Most positions Monday-Friday, 8.5hr shift between hours of 7:30 am – 5:45 pm, with an unpaid 30 minute lunch. Other potential schedules will be discussed during interview.

Salary/Wage Range/Lump Sum: Minimum: $16.00 Maximum: $17.75

Number of Positions: 10

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:
16 years or older.
Experience working or volunteering with youth (childcare, camps, etc).
Reliable transportation to work site.
Ability to make necessary accommodations for individuals with disabilities.
Readiness to actively participate in all aspects of the program (including swimming and active games).

Preferred Qualifications:
Experience supporting individuals with disabilities and/or experience with inclusive recreation programming.
Proven dependability and teamwork.
Effective problem solving and risk management skills.
Ability to communicate effectively, and exercise good judgment, courtesy, and tact when dealing with children, their parents/guardians, and the public.
Experience providing behavioral modifications and support.
CPR and First Aid certification.
Crisis Management and Intervention Training, Managing Threatening Confrontations training, Non-Violent Crisis Intervention training or the like.

Position Summary/Job Duties:

Job Description & Duties:
Assist with the inclusion of youth with disabilities (Autism Spectrum Disorders, Emotional and Behavioral Disorders, Intellectual Disabilities, etc.) in inclusive summer programs and recreational activities.
Provide reasonable accommodations and direct support to individuals with disabilities, including using strategies such as visual supports, activity modifications, reinforcement systems, and adapted equipment.
Plan, lead, and/or supervise activities indoors and outdoors.
Collaborate with program staff to ensure active participation of all participants.
Communicate with parents and supervisors.
Attend professional development workshops to develop skills.

Program Dates:
Mandatory paid training June 9 and June 13-20, 2025 (no training June 19)
Programs begin June 23, 2025
No camp Friday, July 4

Work Location:
Please note unique locations, schedules, and hours for each camp below. We try our best to match staff with their location and scheduling preference:
Sports Spectacular- West- Van Hise Elementary School
June 23-August 15, Monday-Friday, 8am-4:30pm
Sports Spectacular- East- Elvehjem Elementary School
June 23-August 15, Monday-Friday, 8am-4:30pm
Fascination Station West- Stephens Elementary School
June 23-August 15, Monday-Friday, 8:30am-12pm OR 8:30am-4pm
Fascination Station East- Nuestro Mundo Elementary School
June 23-August 15, Monday-Friday, 8:30am-12pm OR 8:30am-4pm
Camp Tall Oaks (Outdoors)- Lincoln Elementary School, bus to School Forest each day
June 23-August 22, 4 days/week, 7:30am-5:30pm
Super Center Arts Camp- Lapham Elementary School
June 23-August 22, Monday-Friday, 8hr shifts between hours of 7:15am-5:15pm.

Physical Demands: NA

Institutional Statements:

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
UW-Madison is an Equal Employment, Equal Access Employer committed to increasing the diversity of our workforce.

Institutional Statement on Diversity:
Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.

The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background-people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.

For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: diversity.wisc.edu

Accommodation Statement:
If you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website:https://employeedisabilities.wisc.edu/disability-accommodation-information-for-applicants/