Elementary Yearbook Co-Advisor; .5 FTE

Elk River Independent School District 728; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Elk River Independent School District 728 seeks an Advisor/Director to provide leadership, expertise on activity rules, strategies, and safety to prepare participants to compete at the highest level. The role is based at Westwood Elementary School for the 2026-2027 school year.

Responsibilities include preparing practice and game plans, guiding staff, encouraging student participation, maintaining equipment, and supervising facilities. Equity and district policy compliance are core values.

Responsibilities

• Prepare successful practice/rehearsals and game/performance plans.
• Provide leadership and guidance to staff.
• Encourage student participation and establish rapport.
• Motivate participants/athletes to achieve maximum potential.
• Maintain equipment and uniforms.
• Supervise all areas of participation including but not limited to: gyms, fields, arenas, theater, locker or dressing rooms, buses, etc.
• Work collaboratively with staff, Activities Director, families and community resources.
• Maintains compliance with all rules and regulations of the MSHSL.
• Complies with and supports all school district regulations and policies.
• Develops a program specific handbook.

Job description

• Date Posted:
  8/27/2026
• Location:
  Westwood Elementary School
• Date Available:
  2026-2027 School Year

Description: The Advisor/Director provides leadership and expertise regarding the rules, strategies, and techniques for the assigned activity, utilizing knowledge of the specific activity and safety to prepare participants mentally and physically to compete at the highest level.

Job Summary (tasks include, but not limited to the following):

• Prepare successful practice/rehearsals and game/performance plans.
• Provide leadership and guidance to staff.
• Encourage student participation and establish rapport.
• Motivate participants/athletes to achieve maximum potential.
• Maintain equipment and uniforms.
• Supervise all areas of participation including but not limited to: gyms, fields, arenas, theater, locker or dressing rooms, buses, etc.
• Work collaboratively with staff, Activities Director, families and community resources.
• Maintains compliance with all rules and regulations of the MSHSL.
• Complies with and supports all school district regulations and policies.
• Develops a program specific handbook.

Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every one of the qualifications as described in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our qualifications described.

Equity is one of ISD728's core values and is essential to our goal of putting children first to ensure college and career readiness. A diverse workforce fuels innovation and allows us to better understand, communicate with, and educate our students. ISD728 will not deny anyone the opportunity for training or employment because of sex, race, religion, color, creed, national origin, marital status, age, sexual preference, disability, or status with regard to public assistance.