FCCLA - Washington

Cedar Rapids Community School District; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Cedar Rapids Community School District in Cedar Rapids, IA seeks an experienced CTSO Advisor for Washington High School. You will lead the CTSO chapter, recruit students, organize meetings, coordinate events, and manage finances in alignment with state and national guidelines.

As an educator in the CTE area, you will liaise with students, parents, administration, and external partners to foster leadership and career development while ensuring compliance with budgeting and reporting requirements

Qualifications

• CTSO Advisor aligns activities with state and national guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the CTSO chapter across duties and events.
• Recruit a minimum of students for chapter membership and coordinate meeting schedules.
• Coordinate student travel, conferences, and competitions with school admin.
• Manage chapter finances, budgeting, and reporting in line with policies.
• Serve as primary contact for students, parents, administration, and external partners.

Job description

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Job Details

Job ID: 5815221
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Re-Posted: Aug 27, 2026 1:03 PM (UTC)

Job Description

Position Summary

The Career & Technical Student Organization (CTSO) Advisor will lead and manage the CTSO chapter, ensuring alignment with state and national guidelines. Responsibilities include recruiting students, organizing chapter meetings, coordinating student participation in events and competitions, and managing the chapter's operations and finances. The Advisor will serve as the main point of contact for students, parents, administration, and external partners, fostering student leadership and career development within their specific content area.

Given the nature of CTSOs, the Advisor is expected to be an educator within the CTE service area that aligns with the CTSO's focus.

Duties & Responsibilities

General Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with Iowa Perkins V guidance for [CTSO] development and financial claims.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the building administrator.

Administrative & Compliance:

• Register the Career & Technical Student Organization (CTSO).
• Submit all required forms and documentation to state and national CTSO associations.
• Complete necessary paperwork to charter new chapters and officially submit members.
• Coordinate with school leadership to complete payment requests, ensuring budgetary requirements are met and deadlines are adhered to.

Student & Chapter Management:

• Recruit a minimum of 15 students for chapter membership.
• Host monthly chapter meetings and follow Iowa's CTSO Toolkit guidelines.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for:
• Student members
• Parents, administration, and community stakeholders
• State and national association representatives

Training & Development:

• Attend CTSO and Department of Education-led training sessions on CTSO management.
• Plan and coordinate student travel to conferences and events in collaboration with school administration.

Financial Management:

• Manage chapter finances responsibly, including budgeting and financial reporting.
• Review and stay updated with communications from state and national CTSO offices.

The Cedar Rapids Community School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The district does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, or disability.

Federal law obligates an employer to provide reasonable accommodation(s) for the known disabilities of applicants, unless doing so would pose an undue hardship on the employer. If you or someone you know requires accommodation in the hiring process, contact the Chief Human Resources Officer, at 319-558-2747.

Hiring Manager:

Darius Ballard
Grant Schultz

HR Staff:

Melissa McLean

Contact Information:

Grant Schultz
Activity Director
[e-mail]
319-558-3137

Position Type: Full-time

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Contact Information

• Human Resources
• 2500 Edgewood Road NW
• Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52405
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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