Freshman Class Advisor – Class of 2030

Portlandk12; Portland (MI); On-site; USD 2,000 - 4,000; Part time

Job summary

Portland Public Schools is seeking a Freshman Class Advisor for the Class of 2030 at Portland High School. The role involves leading and mentoring freshman officers, fostering leadership, and building class unity through planned activities and events.

You will collaborate with students, staff, parents, and the community to promote school spirit, organize fundraising, and manage class budgets while ensuring all activities meet district policies and safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of student leadership organizations and class advisor responsibilities.
• Experience planning, organizing, and supervising school events or student activities.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to motivate, mentor, and develop student leaders.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with students, staff, parents, and community members.
• Demonstrated commitment to creating a positive and inclusive school environment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary advisor for the Portland High School Freshman Class (Class of 2030).
• Guide and mentor freshman class officers in leadership, teamwork, communication, and organizational skills.
• Facilitate regular class officer meetings and assist with agendas and goals.
• Coordinate, supervise, and support class-sponsored activities and events, including fundraising and Homecoming.
• Maintain class budgets and fundraising records; ensure compliance with policies and safety expectations.

Skills

Knowledge of student leadership

Event planning experience

Organizational skills

Mentoring student leaders

Collaboration with stakeholders

Commitment to inclusive environment

Job description

POSITION POSTING

PORTLAND PUBLIC SCHOOLS

POSITION: Freshman Class Advisor – Class of 2030

LOCATION: Portland High School

Portland Public Schools is seeking an enthusiastic, organized, and student-centered individual to serve as the Freshman Class Advisor for the Class of 2030 at Portland High School. This position provides leadership and guidance to the freshman class officers and class members while fostering school spirit, leadership development, and class unity throughout their high school experience.

The Freshman Class Advisor will work collaboratively with student leaders, school administration, staff, parents, and community members to plan and implement activities that build a positive class culture, encourage student involvement, and support fundraising efforts for future class activities and senior events.

Candidates must possess the following qualifications:

• Knowledge of student leadership organizations and class advisor responsibilities.


• Experience planning, organizing, and supervising school events or student activities.


• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.


• Ability to motivate, mentor, and develop student leaders.


• Ability to collaborate effectively with students, staff, parents, and community members.


• Demonstrated commitment to creating a positive and inclusive school environment.


• Must have fingerprints scanned electronically and submitted to the Michigan State Police prior to hire.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Serve as the primary advisor for the Portland High School Freshman Class (Class of 2030).


• Guide and mentor freshman class officers in developing leadership, teamwork, communication, and organizational skills.


• Facilitate regular class officer meetings and assist students in planning agendas, setting goals, and accomplishing class objectives.


• Coordinate, supervise, and support class-sponsored activities and events throughout the school year, including fundraising initiatives, class meetings, school spirit activities, Homecoming participation, and other school-sponsored events.


• Assist students in establishing long-term fundraising goals and planning for future class activities, including senior events and graduation-related expenses.


• Work with student officers to develop and maintain class budgets and fundraising records.


• Ensure all activities comply with district policies, school procedures, financial guidelines, and student safety expectations.


• Collaborate with building administration, the Student Council Advisor, and other staff members to promote school spirit, student engagement, and a positive school climate.


• Supervise students during meetings, fundraising activities, and school-sponsored events as assigned.


• Maintain appropriate records related to class activities, fundraising, and finances.


• Encourage broad student participation and foster a sense of belonging and class pride among all members of the Class of 2030.


• Perform other duties related to the position as assigned by the Extra-Curricular Activities Coordinator or building administration

Questions regarding the position or Portland Public Schools may be directed to Jason Haid, Extra-Curricular Activities Director at: [e-mail]

Portland Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer

No person applying for employment with Portland Public Schools shall be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital status, familial status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic in any program, activity, or employment opportunity.