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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!

Weeknights (Mondays at 4:45 pm & Wednesdays at 5:45 pm) and weekend mornings, as available.

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 Youth Sports Leagues provides participants an experience that emphasizes skill and character development through non-competitive recreational leagues. Our youth leagues promote fun, participation, sportsmanship and fair play. MSCR offers soccer, T-ball, flag football and volleyball youth leagues throughout the year. All children are welcome to join our leagues regardless of skill level or sports experience.

Job Description & Duties: 

Middle School Soccer Referee is responsible for promoting a positive, engaging and safe playing experience for youth. The emphasis is on skill building, fun, fitness, making new friends, sportsmanship and learning the sport. This position would work with middle school aged teams from various MMSD schools.

Outdoor Games:

Before the Game:

• Field & Player Inspection 
  • Make sure game ball is regulation size
  • Both teams have contrasting jerseys on
  • Review rules with coaches

During the Game:

• Enforce the rules of the games by calling fouls, out bounds, etc.
• Manage play and control the flow of the game with a whistle
• Timekeeping - keeping track of the game clock
• Ensure a safe and fair playing environment.
• Promote positive interactions between players, coaches, and parents.
• Be aware of and follow the MSCR weather policy for outdoor games.

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Experience working with children.
• Knowledge of basic soccer rules and skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• CPR/First aid certification, or the ability to obtain it.
• Understand, communicate the rules and skills of soccer.
• Ability to stand and run for long periods of time.
• Referee / Coaching certification is NOT required

For more information, please contact David Savino, dfsavino@madison.k12.wi.us