Elementary School Run Club Sponsor

Manteno5; Manteno (IL); On-site; USD 810 - 990; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend for 2026-2027 school year

Job summary

Manteno Elementary School is seeking a Run Club Sponsor to lead a school-sponsored activity, guiding student engagement, leadership development, personal growth, and academic success. The sponsor will supervise and mentor participants, coordinating meetings and events with staff and families.

The role emphasizes collaboration with administrators, parents, and community members, maintaining professionalism, and promoting positive behavior and school values.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Familiarity with club objectives and activities.
• Ability to motivate, instruct, and supervise students.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work with administrators, students, parents, and community members.
• CPR/First Aid/AED certification or ability to obtain on hire.

Responsibilities

• Recruit and encourage student participation in the club.
• Instruct, supervise, and develop student participants.
• Promote student leadership, teamwork, and positive behavior.
• Plan meetings, activities, and events supporting club goals.
• Guide project planning and execution for competitions and events.
• Prepare students for competitions and performances; oversee related activities.

Skills

Motivation & supervision

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration with staff/parents

Education

High school diploma or equivalence

CPR/First Aid/AED certification

Job description

Manteno Elementary School is seeking applicants for the position of Run Club Sponsor. The sponsor provides leadership, supervision, and guidance for students participating in a school-sponsored club or activity, promoting student engagement, leadership development, personal growth, academic success, and positive school involvement.

Qualifications/Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Demonstrated knowledge of the club, activity, or organization and its objectives
• Ability to effectively motivate, instruct, and supervise students
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with administrators, students, parents, and community members
• Current certification in CPR, First Aid, and AED (or ability to obtain upon hire, if required by the district)
• Successful completion of all district and activity-specific requirements

Responsibilities

• Recruit and encourage student participation in the club or activity
• Instruct, supervise, and develop student participants
• Promote student leadership, responsibility, teamwork, and positive behavior
• Plan and conduct meetings, activities, and events that support the goals of the club or organization
• Guide students in planning and implementing projects, events, competitions, performances, service activities, or other club-related functions
• Plan and carry out all activities necessary to prepare students for competitions, performances, conferences, events, and other activity-related opportunities
• Supervise students during meetings, events, competitions, performances, travel, and related activities
• Monitor student eligibility and encourage academic success
• Communicate effectively with parents, staff, and community stakeholders regarding club activities and events
• Oversee equipment management, inventory, recordkeeping, budgeting, and program administration
• Coordinate club events, recognition programs, parent activities, fundraising efforts, and other related functions
• Ensure compliance with district policies and any applicable organizational, conference, or competition regulations
• Serve as a positive role model for students
• Maintain professionalism and confidentiality of student, family, and staff information
• Work collaboratively with co-workers and school staff
• Support students' social, emotional, and behavioral growth
• Uphold school policies, procedures, and educational standards
• Perform other duties as assigned by Administration

Stipend

• $899.89 for the 2026-2027 school year

Contact Information

• Please contact Brandon Owens at [e-mail] with any questions.