Non-faculty Activity Sponsor-Anticipated Positions

Non-faculty Activity Sponsor-Anticipated Positions (2026-27 School Year)

Lees Summit R-7 School District DISTRICT WIDE - LEES SUMMIT , Missouri

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Job : 5751348

Final date to receive applications: May 31, 2027 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted: Jun 01, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Purpose Statement:

The job of Activity Sponsor was established for the purpose/s of designing and implementing program activities based on an analysis of the opposition's strategies, strengths and weaknesses; designing and implementing such activities in accordance with applicable rules and regulations related to specific activity; providing supervision of students during all aspects of the program; using sound instructional techniques in overseeing program activities;

serving as a positive role model to students; and may serve in a liaison capacity for the school and program with other schools both within and/or outside the district, to the community, and to various organizations. Individuals in this job classification are assigned to an activity sponsor position at the High School or Middle School level.

Functions:

• Assesses students for the purpose of providing feedback to students on their individual performance and/or determining activity placement.
• Attends a variety of meetings, workshops, conferences, etc. for the purpose of receiving and conveying information related to their role.
• Conducts a variety of supporting activities (e.g. parent orientations, recognition events, banquets, etc.) for the purpose of providing information regarding the program and/or recognizing participants' accomplishments.
• Develops strategies/plans for the purpose of preparing the team and/or individual students for the competition.
• Develops team and individual practice regimes for the purpose of enhancing and improving their performance.
• Evaluates facility for potential hazards, inadequate equipment, etc. for the purpose of implementing modifications or recommendations that would reduce the risk of injury.
• Guides other activity sponsors as may be appropriate in instructional techniques, organization of practices, supervision guidelines and responsibilities, etc. for the purpose of providing guidance and mentoring.
• Identifies program needs for the purpose of providing recommendations of expenditures for activities, equipment, supplies, etc. that will enhance the assigned program.
• Implements practice schedules and related events (e.g. usage of facilities and equipment, staff assignments, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring efficient program operation.
• Instructs students for the purpose of promoting individual growth in skills, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
• Maintains a variety of records (e.g. student statistics, insurance, signed permission forms, emergency information, schedules, equipment inventories, etc.) for the purpose of complying with district, conference, and state requirements.
• Manages overall activity program within area of assigned responsibility for the purpose of ensuring continuity of the program between all levels (freshman, junior varsity and varsity) and providing a central focus for program accountability.
• Monitors students’ academic eligibility for the purpose of both complying with District requirements as well as providing appropriate intervention (e.g. counseling, tutoring, etc.) to students identified as needing assistance to maintain their eligibility.
• Oversees assistant sponsors, student managers, volunteers, etc. for the purpose of providing direction and monitoring activities.
• Performs a variety of personnel related functions (e.g. interviewing, assessing, recommending, etc.) for the purpose of addressing staff position needs.
• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.
• Promotes program (e.g. conducts off-season clinics, information on skill-camps, attends community meetings, etc.) for the purpose of increasing interest and participation.
• Responds to inquiries of students, parents, other school personnel, media representatives, college representatives, etc. for the purpose of providing information, assistance and/or direction.
• Supervises students during all areas of participation (e.g. competition, travel, meetings, practices, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring activities are conducted in an environment with minimal risk of injury to the participants.
• Supports other staff of the program (e.g. Head sponsor, other sponsors, volunteers, etc.) for the purpose of assisting them in the performance of their respective roles and functions.

Essential Functions:

• Analyzes opposition’s strategies for event prior to and/or during events as appropriate for the purpose of assessing the opposition's strengths and weaknesses for developing game plan/approach.

Job Requirements :

Minimum Qualifications:

SKILLS are required to perform multiple, technical tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills in order to meet…