GSA Sponsor: Lead & Empower LGBTQ+ Students (Stipend)

CALLANAN MIDDLE; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Des Moines Public School District Callanan Middle in Des Moines, IA seeks a GSA Sponsor (Stipend) to provide leadership for LGBTQ+ student clubs and safe spaces. The sponsor will guide and empower students, collaborate with community advocates, and report to district administrators.

The position is part-time with a monthly stipend, requiring an Associate’s Degree, strong communication skills, and the ability to engage in diverse environments. Involves planning field trips and workshops.

Qualifications

• A minimum of an Associate’s Degree.
• Demonstrated effectiveness in oral and written communication.
• Leadership, organization, problem solving, and human relations skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a culturally diverse environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary oversight and leadership for the program.
• Submit annual activity plan to activities office as requested by district activities personnel.
• Coordinate and facilitate workshops scheduled for students concerning various high school and middle school issues.
• Plan field trips such as college visits and meetings with community partners.
• Organize and plan cultural and academic field trips.
• Participate in mandatory sessions for students and staff meetings.
• Check in with students weekly on academic performance, behavior, and concerns.
• Meet with students in groups on a weekly/monthly basis.
• Attend district-wide meetings as requested.
• Demonstrate honesty, integrity, flexibility and responsiveness.
• Submit reports and activity checklists to administration as requested.
• Attend district meetings as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Organization

Cultural awareness

Education

Associate’s Degree

Job description

Des Moines Public School District Callanan Middle in Des Moines, IA seeks a GSA Sponsor (Stipend) to provide leadership for LGBTQ+ student clubs and safe spaces. The sponsor will guide and empower students, collaborate with community advocates, and report to district administrators.

The position is part-time with a monthly stipend, requiring an Associate’s Degree, strong communication skills, and the ability to engage in diverse environments. Involves planning field trips and workshops.