• Interact with and assist children individually or in small groups to guide and reinforce

learning concepts.

• Assist with the completion of daily recording of health checks, communication logs,

attendance, and meals.

• Guide and support all children, including dual language learners and those with

special needs.

• Model and promote positive interactions and redirection for children and parents.
• Establish a professional rapport and work cooperatively with others assigned to the

encourage parent involvement through a variety of methods (e.g., classroom
parent meetings & events, Center-wide activities).

• Participate and support Center efforts toward recruitment, enrollment, attendance

and retention of families.

• Adhere to State/County/City Accreditation Performance Standards,

Developmentally Appropriate Practices and the Creative Curriculum for out of
school time with school-aged youth.

• Discreetly handle sensitive information and maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Collaborate with program team members to develop lesson plans with goals,

objectives, activities, and outcomes for children that integrate health, nutrition,
mental health, disabilities, and parent involvement.

• Assist Middle School Lead Teacher to maintain an attractive, clean, safe, and

engaging classroom environment which includes positive guidance techniques and
that encourages children's independence and self-selection of activities.

• Model and implement family style eating during mealtimes.
• Regularly sanitize all surfaces, classroom toys, equipment, and laundry.
• Assist with completion of classroom, kitchen and food inventory, and the selection of

materials and equipment to support instruction and children's learning.

DESIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Previous experience in a childcare or education setting supporting high-quality

programs.

• Must have the proven ability to establish constructive relationships and interact as a

positive role model for youth and staff demonstrating the values of respect,
responsibility, caring and honesty.

• Commitment to and passion for the LCEC mission and a passion for working with

diverse youth.

• Excellent verbal communication skills, including the ability to clearly and concisely

present ideas and concepts and tailor communication to multiple audiences.

• Preferred: Bilingual

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be at least 18 years of age and have completed high school or its equivalent

as determined by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.

• Preferred candidates will have satisfactorily completed, or have the ability to

complete, one of the following within 6 months after assuming the position:

o An after-school and youth development credential training program
approved by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.

o At least 10 hours of training approved by the Wisconsin Department of Public
Instruction.

TO APPLY

Please send a resume and cover letter via email to jobs@LCECmadison.org. 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.