Part-Time GSA Sponsor for LGBTQ+ Student Empowerment

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

Job summary

Meredith Middle in Des Moines, IA seeks a part-time MS Gender Sexuality Alliance (GSA) Sponsor to guide LGBTQ+ student groups, foster safe spaces, and empower students through club activities. This role supports each GSA to connect with peers and community allies.

The sponsor will collaborate with community advocates, provide oversight, coordinate workshops, plan field trips, and attend district meetings. An Associate's Degree and strong communication skills are required; involvement in

Qualifications

• A minimum of an Associate's Degree.
• Demonstrated effectiveness in oral and written communication.
• Skills in leadership, organization, problem solving, and human relations.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

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 a variety of 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 on a weekly basis concerning their academic performance, assignments, general behavior and conduct, and problems in or out of school.
• Meet with students as a group on a weekly/monthly basis.
• Attend meetings as directed by the district activity office, monthly or more frequently as appropriate.
• Demonstrate the highest standards of honesty, integrity, flexibilityand responsiveness.
• Submit reports (with student evidence) and activity checklists to building and district administration as requested.

Skills

Leadership

Organization

Problem solving

Oral & Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Community involvement

Education

Associate's Degree

Job description

Meredith Middle in Des Moines, IA seeks a part-time MS Gender Sexuality Alliance (GSA) Sponsor to guide LGBTQ+ student groups, foster safe spaces, and empower students through club activities. This role supports each GSA to connect with peers and community allies.

The sponsor will collaborate with community advocates, provide oversight, coordinate workshops, plan field trips, and attend district meetings. An Associate's Degree and strong communication skills are required; involvement in