Sisters for Success Mentor (Part-Time, Stipend)

High School Activities/Athletics; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Des Moines Public School District High School Activities/Athletics is seeking a part-time Sisters for Success sponsor to lead and develop programs for high achieving female students of color.

The role focuses on coordinating curriculum, activities and workshops while promoting positive life choices, academic achievement and student leadership. Expect training and active collaboration with district staff and partners.

Qualifications

• 1. High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2. One year experience leading or working in programs that serve and deal with subjects relevant to diverse student populations.
• 3. Demonstrated effectiveness in oral and written communication.
• 4. Skills in leadership, organization, problem solving, and human relations.
• 5. Demonstrated ability to have effective conversations with a group of students while navigating difficult topics.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight for building-level chapters following district-approved curriculum and activities
• Coordinate and facilitate workshops scheduled for students related to a variety of issues including academics, culture, social justice, etc.
• Attend and supervise district, cultural, and academic field trips and/or events with community partners
• Commit to meeting or exceeding all performance targets established by program leadership
• Develop strong relationships and partnerships with diverse community members and organizations
• Participate in mandatory training sessions or professional development activities as required
• Meet with, monitor, and record student academic performance, attendance, grades, general behavior and conduct, and problems in or out of school on a weekly basis
• Input curriculum into Canvas as directed
• Hold regular meetings with students as a chapter as required by district-level administration (varies based on grade level)
• Communicate regularly with students, parents, and the community regarding activities, expectations, achievements, and events of individual chapters and program
• Attend meetings as directed by the district activity office as required
• Monitor and record income and expenses for individual chapters
• Submit reports (with student evidence as support) and activity checklists to building and district administration as required
• Demonstrate the highest personal standards of honesty, integrity, flexibility, and responsibility in working with colleagues, administration, staff, students, and the community.

Skills

Leadership

Organization

Problem solving

Human relations

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Des Moines Public School District High School Activities/Athletics is seeking a part-time Sisters for Success sponsor to lead and develop programs for high achieving female students of color.

The role focuses on coordinating curriculum, activities and workshops while promoting positive life choices, academic achievement and student leadership. Expect training and active collaboration with district staff and partners.