Science Olympiad Sponsor - East

Glenbard Township High School District 87; Lombard (IL); On-site; USD 15,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A community school district in Illinois seeks a Science Olympiad Sponsor to oversee student organization activities, train club officers, and ensure compliance with school policies. This role involves approving club announcements, being present at meetings, and coordinating with administrative staff. Candidates should possess strong communication skills, effective relationship-building abilities, and an understanding of educational policies. This position is crucial for fostering student engagement and leadership within the school community.

Qualifications

• Understanding of school district policies.
• Experience working with students in an extracurricular setting.
• Familiarity with school policies and activity handbook guidance.

Responsibilities

• Supervise all activities of the student organization.
• Train officers and guide students in club operations.
• Be present at all meetings and activities.
• Approve all club communications and activities.
• Represent the club at meetings and events as needed.

Skills

Ability to read, analyze and interpret documents

Ability to write professional communications

Ability to present information effectively

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships

Ability to communicate clearly and concisely

Ability to complete mathematical operations

Ability to solve practical problems

Ability to maintain current job skills in technology

Awareness of school district requirements

Job description

Position Summary

• Supervises all activities of the student organization.

Reports To

• Assistant Principal for Student Services, Assistant Activity Director of the building assigned.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Supervise all elections and certify the results to the Assistant Principal for Student Services (APSS).
• Approve all candidates for each club office before elections. Students who have significant disciplinary records are not eligible to hold club office.
• Train officers and members in the handling of their offices and guide these students in the operation of the club.
• Submit the constitution or charter, if warranted, of an organization when first organized to the APSS.
• Approve all club announcements, meeting dates, club activities, flyers, t-shirts, etc.
• Be present at every meeting, social affair, and fund‑raising activity held during the school year.
• Make an annual inventory of equipment and supplies.
• Complete forms and reports as directed in the Student Activities Handbook.
• Consult with the APSS when necessary for the smooth functioning of the club or activity.
• Be present at Activity Night and if necessary, Booster Award Night to represent your club/activity.
• Ensure representation at each Presidents Council Meeting.
• Follow all other guidelines presented in the Student Activity and Convenience Funds Handbook.
• Coordinate with APSS and/or Activity Director to ensure access to accounts in Skyward.

Knowledge and Skills

• Ability to read, analyze and interpret documents such as correspondence, surveys and electronic media.
• Ability to write professional communications.
• Ability to present information effectively and to respond to questions from individuals and groups.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and community members.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in written form.
• Ability to complete mathematical operations and apply concepts of basic mathematics.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to maintain current job skills as directed, especially in technology‑related activities.
• Ability to perform essential duties with an awareness of school district requirements and School Board policies.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• The physical demands described here represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear.
• The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, operate duplicating machines and computer equipment; reach with hands and arms; and will frequently repeat actions with the same hand, arm, or finger motion such as when typing.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and the ability to adjust focus. In addition, the ability to withstand long‑term use of video display terminals (VDT) is required.
• The employee may occasionally lift up to 30 pounds such as reference books.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• The pace of work tasks would be considered as fast.
• Work is usually conducted at one job site, however, on occasion, this employee will be required to attend meetings, conferences, or workshops and events at other sites as assigned.

Direct Questions To

Mr. Broderick Booth, Assistant Principal for Student Services
Glenbard East High School
1014 S. Main Street
Lombard, IL 60148
[phone]

Position Science Olympiad Sponsor Building Glenbard East Schedule B Group Group VII Job ID #10,128 School Year 2025-26 Closing Date 5/23/25 - or until filled

Compensation and Benefits

• AFSCME positions, please see the AFSCME Contract
• All other individuals see the Extracurricular Schedule.
• TRS/IMRF benefits may apply.

Glenbard Township High School District 87 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy and practice of District 87 to decide all matters relating to employment solely on the basis of the applicant’s ability to perform the essential functions of the position. It shall be the policy of Glenbard Township High School District 87 to hire all staff without discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, marital status, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, physical or mental handicap unrelated to ability, veteran, military status or an unfavorable discharge from service, or citizenship status provided the individual is authorized to work in the United States. Glenbard Township High School District 87 is committed to a workplace free of unlawful discrimination, harassment or retaliation as mandated under Title VI, Title IX, Section 504, the Age Discrimination Act, the Boy Scouts Act, and the Americans with Disabilities Act.

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties may be assigned.

The statements in this job description are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work to be performed by (an) individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities related to the position. This job description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity and School Board Policy and procedures. Essential and marginal job functions are subject to modification.