Science Olympiad Sponsor

Illinois School District U-46; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 3,000 - 5,000; Part time

Job summary

Illinois School District U-46 is hiring for the MS Science Olympiad position, aimed at creating a high-quality science team focused on student-centered instruction. Responsibilities include implementing engaging instructional strategies, maintaining high student expectations, and managing event logistics.

Preferred qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Education and a Professional Educators License, alongside strong communication and interpersonal skills. This is a stipend position aligned with the school calendar.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in oral and written form.
• Strong interpersonal skills for effective collaboration.
• Ability and willingness to learn through professional development.

Responsibilities

• Implement instructional strategies to engage students.
• Communicate effectively with parents and staff.
• Maintain high expectations for student achievement.
• Create a conducive learning environment.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to manage finances and paperwork

Interpersonal skills

Ability to react well under pressure

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education

Professional Educators License (PEL)

High School Diploma

Job description

• Position Type: Appendix F - Extra Duty/ Non-Coaching
• Date Posted: 5/21/2026
• Date Available: 08/27/2026

Position / Title

MS Science Olympiad

Bargaining Unit

ETA

Department/Location

MS Activities

Work Days

N/A

Reports To

Building Principal / Assistant Athletic/Activities Director

JD Revision Date

05/22/2024

Supervises

N/A

Function / Position Summary

To build and maintain a high-quality Science Olympiad team, focusing on best-practice, student-focused instruction and providing opportunities for students.

Job Duties / Responsibilities

• Implement researched-based instructional strategies that engage all students, differentiating to accommodate a range of ability levels, and acknowledging a variety of cultural backgrounds in order to support student learning and growth.
• Communicate effectively with parents, students, administrators, teacher colleagues, and community leaders.
• Maintain high expectations for student achievement and behavior and motivate students to work to their highest potential.
• Maintain equipment associated with the activity.
• Demonstrate prompt and regular attendance.
• Create an environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Cultivate a positive, harassment free, instructional culture which motivates students through the use of effective communication and constructive feedback.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Apply and enforce student discipline in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and appropriate student handbook.
• Manage Finances and Administrative Paperwork for the Organization
• Procure transportation for contests.
• 2 District, Conference, or Regional Contests
• 60 hours of meetings/practices

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Education preferred
• Appropriate Professional Educators License (PEL) preferred
• High School Diploma required
• Related coursework and/or previous related experience required

Experience / Knowledge

• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form using a variety of communication techniques and tools to ensure the appropriate flow of information, collaborative efforts, and feedback, and to conduct conferences as needed with parents, students, administrators, or other teachers.
• Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions, inquiries, and/or complaints.
• Display courtesy, tact, and respect when dealing with others.
• Maintain appropriate confidentiality.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships; demonstrate a commitment to teamwork.
• Ability and willingness to learn and refresh job skills through professional development in order to meet the changing needs of this position.
• Ability to react well under pressure, handle and balance multiple demands at one time, work with frequent unscheduled interruptions, and perform duties and tasks at expected levels of professionalism.

Physical Demands

• Occasionally requires physical exertion to manually move, lift, or carry heavy materials or equipment.
• Public contact requiring appropriate business-like apparel.

Terms of Employment

• This is an Appendix F stipend position in accordance with the school year calendar.
• For Non-ETA coaches, this position is for this year only.
• Terms of employment will be determined in collaboration with the middle school athletic/activity director and building administration.