FCCLA - Washington

Applitrack; Washington; On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Cedar Rapids Community School District seeks a dedicated CTSO Advisor to lead the CTSO chapter at Washington High School. You will recruit students, organize monthly meetings, coordinate participation in events, and manage chapter finances and operations.

The role requires collaboration with students, parents, administration, and external partners to foster leadership and career development within the CTE area.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the CTSO chapter in alignment with state and national guidelines.
• Recruit students and organize chapter meetings.
• Coordinate student participation in events and competitions.
• Manage the chapter's operations and finances.

Job description

• Position Type: Athletics/Activities/ Activity Sponsor
• Date Posted: 7/2/2026
• Location: Washington High School
• Date Available: TBD

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.
• 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.