Sisters for Success Sponsor (Stipend) - Part-Time

High School Activities/Athletics; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 43,000; Part time

Job summary

Des Moines Public School District High School Activities/Athletics in Des Moines, Iowa, seeks a Sister for Success (Stipend) to lead programs for female students of color. The role supports curriculum delivery, field trips, and student development while collaborating with families and partners.

The stipend program requires strong communication, leadership, and organization, with an emphasis on equity and staff collaboration.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year experience leading or working in programs that serve diverse student populations.
• Demonstrated effectiveness in oral and written communication.
• Skills in leadership, organization, problem solving, and human relations.
• 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 on 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 with diverse community members and organizations.
• Participate in mandatory training sessions or professional development activities.
• Meet with and monitor student academic performance, attendance, grades, behavior.
• Input curriculum into Canvas as directed.
• Hold regular meetings with students as a chapter as required by district administration.
• Communicate regularly with students, parents, and the community regarding activities and events.
• Attend meetings as directed by district activity office.
• Monitor and record income and expenses for individual chapters.
• Submit reports with student evidence and activity checklists.
• Demonstrate honesty, integrity, flexibility, and responsibility in working with others.

Skills

Leadership

Organization

Problem solving

Human relations

Oral and written communication

Group discussions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Des Moines Public School District High School Activities/Athletics in Des Moines, Iowa, seeks a Sister for Success (Stipend) to lead programs for female students of color. The role supports curriculum delivery, field trips, and student development while collaborating with families and partners.

The stipend program requires strong communication, leadership, and organization, with an emphasis on equity and staff collaboration.