Chess Team Sponsor: Lead, Mentor & Organizer

Proviso Township High Schools; Maywood (IL); On-site; USD 1,000 - 1,400; Full time

Job summary

Proviso East High School seeks a Chess Team Activity Sponsor to organize, supervise, and promote a student club in alignment with the district’s mission and policies. This is a non-tenure, extra-duty stipend position reporting to the Director of Athletics and Activities and the Building Principal or Designee.

The sponsor mentors students, ensures safety, handles approvals, and maintains records while collaborating with staff and families to foster an engaging extracurricular experience.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to lead and mentor students in a school setting.
• Willingness to supervise clubs and activities and fulfill duties.

Responsibilities

• Provide active and effective supervision for all club-related activities, including meetings, events, field trips, and practices, ensuring student safety and compliance with school conduct and safety protocols.
• Ensure all off-campus activities are approved through district procedures and that appropriate permission slips and transportation arrangements are completed in compliance with Board policy.
• As a mandated reporter under Illinois law, comply with all training and reporting obligations pursuant to 325 ILCS 5/4 and Board policy.
• Demonstrate knowledge and expertise related to the activity by preparing students for participation, clearly defining expectations and responsibilities, and offering constructive feedback to support their development.
• Guide students in planning and executing meaningful, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate activities that align with the club's mission and school values.
• Coordinate logistics and facility usage with appropriate school personnel and departments to ensure well-organized and safe events.
• Use feedback and participation data to inform program decisions, continuously striving to improve the quality and impact of the club or activity.
• Promote student involvement by modeling positive interpersonal relationships and encouraging respectful interactions among students and between students and adults.
• Provide students with leadership and participation opportunities that foster engagement, teamwork, shared decision-making and responsibility.
• Support students' academic success by encouraging a healthy balance between academic responsibilities and extracurricular involvement, and by collaborating with teachers and staff as needed.
• Enforce academic eligibility in accordance with IHSA and district policy.
• Promote student self-esteem and personal growth through positive reinforcement and recognition of effort and achievement.
• Maintain open, timely, and professional communication with students, staff, administration, parents/guardians, and other stakeholders regarding club operations, expectations, and events.
• Clearly communicate expectations regarding attendance, behavior, eligibility, and participation, and consistently enforce them to maintain an orderly and productive environment.
• Ensure meetings, events, and initiatives are publicized in a timely and inviting manner.
• Promote the club or activity using district-approved communication platforms in accordance with school policy.
• All communication with students must comply with district-approved platforms and guidelines for appropriate staff-student interaction.
• Collaborate professionally with co-sponsors, staff, administrators, and departments to support the goals of the club and the broader school community.
• Attend scheduled school events and sponsor-related meetings, including but not limited to Sponsor Meetings, Activity Fairs, and Open House events.
• Represent the school and district with professionalism and integrity, serving as a positive role model for students.
• Manage the club's budget and financial records responsibly by adhering to district procedures for purchases, reimbursements, and fundraising activities.
• Submit all required documentation, reports, and compliance forms accurately and by established deadlines.
• Complete a year-end summary or report of activity goals/outcomes.
• Participate in annual post-activity evaluation by the Director of Athletics and Activities, Activities Facilitator, Building Principal or Designee.
• Comply with all applicable federal and state laws including FERPA, Title IX, and Board policies related to discrimination, harassment prevention, and student confidentiality.
• Perform other duties as assigned by school administration.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Leadership skills

Collaborate with students

Take responsibility for duties

Education

PEL or teaching license

Educator-related certification

Job description

Proviso East High School seeks a Chess Team Activity Sponsor to organize, supervise, and promote a student club in alignment with the district’s mission and policies. This is a non-tenure, extra-duty stipend position reporting to the Director of Athletics and Activities and the Building Principal or Designee.

The sponsor mentors students, ensures safety, handles approvals, and maintains records while collaborating with staff and families to foster an engaging extracurricular experience.