Student Activities Sponsor & Mentor

Proviso Township High Schools; Forest Park (IL); On-site; USD 3,000 - 7,000; Full time

Job summary

Proviso Township High Schools invites applications for an Athletics/Activities Activity Sponsor at Proviso Math & Science Academy. You will organize, supervise, and promote a student organization, serving as mentor and liaison to ensure a safe, inclusive extracurricular experience.

Responsibilities include coordinating meetings, events, and field trips, ensuring compliance with policies, and supporting students' development and academic balance.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with students in a school setting.
• Willingness to take responsibility for all duties associated with the position.

Responsibilities

• Provide active supervision for all club activities, including meetings, events, field trips, and practices, ensuring student safety and compliance with school conduct and safety protocols.
• Ensure all off-campus activities are approved through district procedures and that permission slips and transportation arrangements are completed in compliance with Board policy.
• As a mandated reporter under Illinois law, comply with all training and reporting obligations pursuant to 325 ILCS 5/4 and Board policy.
• Demonstrate knowledge and expertise related to the activity by preparing students for participation, clearly defining expectations and responsibilities, and offering constructive feedback to support their development.
• Guide students in planning and executing meaningful, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate activities that align with the club's mission and school values.
• Coordinate logistics and facility usage with appropriate school personnel and departments to ensure well-organized and safe events.
• Use feedback and participation data to inform program decisions, continuously striving to improve the quality and impact of the club or activity.
• Comply with the activities-committee pool assignment process (e.g., notification deadlines for sponsor needs, pool sign-up procedures)
• Promote student involvement by modeling positive interpersonal relationships and encouraging respectful interactions among students and between students and adults.
• Provide students with leadership and participation opportunities that foster engagement, teamwork, shared decision-making and responsibility.
• Support students' academic success by encouraging a healthy balance between academic responsibilities and extracurricular involvement, and by collaborating with teachers and staff as needed.
• Enforce academic eligibility in accordance with IHSA and district policy.
• Promote student self-esteem and personal growth through positive reinforcement and recognition of effort and achievement.
• Maintain open, timely, and professional communication with students, staff, administration, parents/guardians, and other stakeholders regarding club operations, expectations, and events.
• Clearly communicate expectations regarding attendance, behavior, eligibility, and participation, and consistently enforce them to maintain an orderly and productive environment.
• Ensure meetings, events, and initiatives are publicized in a timely and inviting manner.
• Promote the club or activity using district-approved communication platforms (e.g., website, newsletters) in accordance with school policy.
• All communication with students must comply with district-approved platforms and guidelines for appropriate staff-student interaction.
• Collaborate professionally with co-sponsors, staff, administrators, and departments to support the goals of the club and the broader school community.
• Attend scheduled school events and sponsor-related meetings, including but not limited to Sponsor Meetings, Activity Fairs, and Open House events.
• Represent the school and district with professionalism and integrity, serving as a positive role model for students.
• Manage the club's budget and financial records responsibly by adhering to district procedures for purchases, reimbursements, and fundraising activities.
• Submit all required documentation, reports, and compliance forms accurately and by established deadlines.
• Complete a year-end summary or report of activity goals/outcomes.
• Participate in annual post-activity evaluation by the Director of Athletics and Activities, Activities Facilitator, Building Principal or Designee
• Comply with all applicable federal and state laws including FERPA, Title IX, and Board policies related to discrimination, harassment prevention, and student confidentiality.
• Perform other duties as assigned by school administration.

Skills

Organizational skills

Leadership

Collaborative with students

Time management

Willingness to take responsibility

Education

Illinois PEL or equivalent

Substitute license or educator-related certification

Job description

Proviso Township High Schools invites applications for an Athletics/Activities Activity Sponsor at Proviso Math & Science Academy. You will organize, supervise, and promote a student organization, serving as mentor and liaison to ensure a safe, inclusive extracurricular experience.

Responsibilities include coordinating meetings, events, and field trips, ensuring compliance with policies, and supporting students' development and academic balance.