Contest Play – Director

• Position Type:
  Athletics/Activities/ Activity Sponsor
• Date Posted: 7/2/2025
• Location:
  
  Proviso East High School

Reports to:

Director of Athletics and Activities;
Activities Facilitator;
Building Principal or Designee

Stipend:
As set forth in Article VIII.D ("Stipends") of the Proviso Teachers Union Collective Bargaining Agreement (July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2028). Please see the stipend schedule on the District website or view it directly here:

FLSA Status:
Extra Duty/Stipend Position

The Activity Sponsor is responsible for organizing, supervising, and promoting a student organization or club in alignment with the school district's mission, policies, and student development goals. The sponsor serves as a mentor, leader, and liaison between students, staff, and administration to ensure a safe, inclusive, and engaging extracurricular experience.

• Required Experience & Training:
  • 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
• Desired Experience or Training:
  • Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL), Substitute Teaching License, Retired educator, or Educator-Related Certification (e.g., Counselor, Psychologist, Social Worker)
  • Previous sponsorship or supervisory experience with school-based activities
  • When qualifications are substantially equal, preference shall be given to Proviso Teachers' Union (PTU) bargaining unit members, in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

• Provide active and effective supervision for all club-related 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 appropriate 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…