Preschool Sports Instructor

University of Wisconsin–Madison; Alabama; On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Madison School & Community Recreation (MSCR) is seeking Pre-K Sports Instructors to plan and lead youth sports classes, focusing on skills, safety, and enjoyment for preschool and elementary participants. Classes occur weekday evenings and weekend mornings in Madison, WI.

Ideal candidates demonstrate ability to engage young children and caregivers, strong communication, reliability, and flexibility to adapt plans as needed in a dynamic, educational setting.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to design plans that engage preschoolers and work with caretakers.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Reliability and dependability.
• Ability to adapt lesson plans in fast-paced settings to meet participants' needs.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead Pre-K and elementary youth sports classes to teach skills and fundamentals.
• Promote an atmosphere of skill-building, fun, fitness, and safety for participants.

Skills

Preschool planning

Communication skills

Reliability

Adaptability

Job description

Job No: 30458

Division/Organization:

Madison School & Community Recreation (MSCR)

Job Type:

Local Student Jobs

Remote Eligibility:

Not Remote

Location:

328 E. Lakeside Street Madison , WI 53715 (not on bus line)

Salary/Wage Range or Lump Sum:

$18.00 to $23.00

Job Categories:

Athletics, Sports, and Recreation

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 Hours Per Week:

2 to 18.5

Schedule:

Weekday Evenings (starting at 4pm or 6 pm depending on class) & Weekend Mornings (9 am - Noon)

Number Of Positions:

6

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 Sports Programming aims to inspire the community to lead active, healthy lives by connecting each other through community leagues, classes and wellness activities. Our preschool programming focuses on creating a safe & supportive environment where kids can grow their self-esteem while building social and motor skills.

Job Description & Duties:

Pre-K Sports Instructors are expected to plan and lead a group of Pre-K & elementary-aged participants in youth sports classes with the goal of teaching skills and fundamentals of various sports. Examples of sports classes offered by MSCR include soccer skills, tennis, basketball, t-ball, volleyball, and more.
The emphasis is on skill building, fun, fitness, making new friends, sportsmanship and learning the sport. As a Youth Sports Instructor, you are responsible for promoting this atmosphere while keeping play safe and engaging.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Demonstrated ability to design plans that engage and experience working with preschool-aged children and their caretakers.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Reliability & dependability.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced setting, where your lesson plans can change quickly to meet the needs of the participants.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Early education experience (classwork, professional) and lesson/programming experience

Advertised: November 11, 2026 05:00 AM CST Central Standard Time

Applications close: December 11, 2026 05:00 AM CST Central Standard Time