HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAM ASSISTANT
The Lussier Community Education Center (LCEC) is a grassroots community center with a long history
of strong programs, broad partnerships, and grassroots community organizing. Located on the
grounds of Ezekiel Gillespie Middle School and Memorial High School, LCEC has a mission of building
community, creating opportunities, and enriching education.

The position of High School Program Assistant was established for the purpose/s of helping our high
school students develop and strengthen their academic, physical, and social skills by providing
comprehensive programming and tutoring. The High School Program Assistant is responsible for
supporting youth in their daily after-school activities (i.e. homework, performing arts, cooking club,
financial literacy, identity groups, etc.) and organizing recreation activities. The High School Program
Assistant will work under the direction of the Director of Programs.

LCEC collaborates with various partners throughout Dane County and emphasizes the importance of
positive youth development, racial and social justice, and trauma-informed approaches in
enrichment activities. The High School Program Assistant assists the Director of Programs and High
School Program Lead to create, run, and evaluate high school programming for our diverse group of
high school youth. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic about working with young people and
implementing culturally conscious programming.

HOURS: 20-25 hours/week (part time). Hours worked are generally 2:30 PM - 6:30 PM, Mondays -
Friday, with some later evening and weekend hours required.

COMPENSATION: $17.31/hour, plus three weeks paid vacation, eight paid holidays, 2 personal days, 4
sick days, short term disability insurance, long term disability insurance, and life insurance.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Implement instructional learning activities for the purpose of improving students' academic,

related to various types of art.

• Develop strong positive relationships with youth and their families.
• Support students as they problem solve personal issues and help to provide them with positive

LCEC Framework.

DESIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of six months’ experience working with youth in a similar capacity.
• Knowledge of behavior management and conflict resolution.
• The ability to work productively with large or small groups of youth.
• Mature attitude, creativity, resourcefulness, and a positive role model for youth.
• Understanding of and appreciation for socio-economically, ethnically and culturally diverse

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Must be at least 21 years of age and have completed high school or its equivalent as

TO APPLY

Please send a completed application and resume via email to jobs@LCECmadison.org. Application
can be found on the LCEC website at www.lcecmadison.org/about/job-opportunities. Applications
are accepted on a rolling basis and will be accepted until the position is filled.

Lussier Community Education Center is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action
(EEO/AA) employer.