Chehalis- DECA Assistant Advisor (WFW) 2026/27

Sylvania; Chehalis (WA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Chehalis School District seeks a DECA Assistant Advisor for W.F. West High School for the 2026/27 school year, starting 9/21/2026. The role supports DECA activities, mentoring, and event prep, with stipends based on experience ($1,739–$2,148).

In-district candidates receive first consideration. Responsibilities include coordinating meetings, guiding students in marketing and entrepreneurship, preparing for competitions, and collaborating with staff and partners while adhering to district

Qualifications

• Valid state teaching certification preferred.
• BAM CTE certification/V-code or related CTE experience preferred.
• Experience or interest in business education, marketing, entrepreneurship, or student organizations preferred.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends, and travel for DECA events.
• Knowledge of DECA programs and competitive events preferred; training may be provided.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and coordinating chapter meetings, activities and events.
• Support and mentor students in marketing, business, finance, hospitality, management and entrepreneurship.
• Help students prepare for regional, state, and national DECA competitions.
• Assist with student leadership activities, workshops and training opportunities.
• Support fundraising, community service projects, field trips, conferences and other DECA activities.
• Chaperone and supervise students at DECA events and competitions.
• Communicate with students and parents regarding DECA activities and deadlines.
• Maintain chapter records, membership information and required documentation.
• Collaborate with staff, administration, community members and business partners to support DECA opportunities.
• Ensure DECA activities follow district policies and DECA guidelines.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Teaching certification

Business/Marketing education

Communication skills

Mentoring students

Event planning

Flexibility in hours

DECA knowledge

Education

State Teaching Certification (preferred)

BAM CTE certification or related experience

Job description

This position is for a DECA Assistant Advisor at W.F.West High School for the 2026/27 school year ONLY. Desired start date is September 21, 2026.

In-District applicants will receive first consideration. Rate of pay based on experience and the Extra-Curricular Activities Salary Schedule. The stipend range is $1,739.-$2,148.

REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• 2 Letters of Recommendation

Summary of Position:

Under the direction of the High School Administration and DECA Advisor, the Assistant DECA Advisor supports the operation and activities of the high school DECA chapter. The Assistant Advisor assists with student mentoring, leadership development, competitive event preparation, chapter activities, and DECA events while promoting student engagement and participation.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

include, but are not limited to:

• Assist the DECA Advisor with planning and coordinating chapter meetings, activities, and events.
• Support and mentor students in developing skills related to marketing, business, finance, hospitality, management, and entrepreneurship.
• Assist students with preparation for regional, state, and national DECA competitions.
• Assist with student leadership activities, workshops, and training opportunities.
• Support fundraising, community service projects, field trips, conferences, and other DECA activities.
• Chaperone and supervise students at DECA competitions, conferences, and other chapter events.
• Communicate with students and parents regarding DECA activities, events, deadlines, and expectations.
• Assist the DECA Advisor with maintaining chapter records, membership information, and required documentation.
• Collaborate with school staff, administration, community members, and business partners to support DECA opportunities.
• Assist in ensuring DECA activities follow school district policies and applicable DECA guidelines.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Valid state teaching certification preferred. Business and Marketing (BAM) CTE certification/V-code or related CTE experience preferred.
• Experience or strong interest in business education, marketing, entrepreneurship, or student organizations preferred.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with high school students and support student leadership development.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, and travel as needed for DECA events.
• Knowledge of DECA programs and competitive events preferred; training may be provided.

Compensation and Benefits:

The District complies with State Law regarding SEBB (School Employee Benefits Board) eligibility and benefits. Coaching positions are not anticipated to meet the SEBB eligibility requirements.

Notice of Non-Discrimination:

Chehalis School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, ethnicity, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, homelessness, immigration or citizenship status, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, neurodivergence, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to youth development organizations listed in Title 36 of the United States Code as a patriotic society.

Chehalis School District offers classes in many career and technical education (CTE) program areas, including Agriculture, Business and Marketing, Family and Consumer Sciences, Skilled and Technical Sciences, Health Sciences and STEM. Lack of English language proficiency will not be a barrier to admission and participation in career and technical education programs.

The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:

El Distrito Escolar de Chehalis no discrimina en ningún programa o actividad por sexo, raza, credo, religión, color, origen nacional, edad, etnicidad, condición de veterano o estatus militar con baja honorable, orientación sexual, expresión o identidad de género, falta de vivienda, inmigración o estatus de ciudadania, la presencia de cualquier discapacidad sensorial, mental o física, neurodivergencia , ni por el uso de un perro guía o animal de servicio entrenado, y garantiza el acceso equitativo a las organizaciones de desarrollo juvenil enumeradas en el Título 36 del Código de los Estados Unidos como sociedades patrióticas.

El Distrito Escolar de Chehalis ofrece clases en varias áreas con programas de educación vocacional y técnica (CTE), incluyendo Agricultura, Negocios y Mercadotecnia, Ciencias de la Familia y del Consumidor, Ciencias Técnicas y Calificadas, Ciencias de la Salud y STEM. La falta de dominio del idioma inglés no será una barrera para la admisión y participación en programas de educación profesional y técnica.

Title IX Coordinator:

Tommy Elder, 360-807-7235, [e-mail]

Section 504/ADA Coordinator:

Katie Howell, [phone] option 3, [e-mail]

Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator:

Leslie Wohld, 360-807-7200, [e-mail]

Career and Technical Education Coordinator:

Don Bunker, 360-807-7235, [e-mail]

Address: 310 SW 16th Street, Chehalis, WA 98532