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Dance Marathon Sponsor
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Position Title: Dance Marathon Sponsor
Reports To: DIRECTOR OF ACTIVITIES
Position Summary: The Dance Marathon Sponsor is responsible for supervising students during
weekly meetings. The sponsor will organize approved fundraisers throughout the year in order to
meet the needs of the club's expenses. The sponsor will supervise students in sponsored events
throughout the year and the culminating Dance Marathon event at the end of the school year. The
sponsor will also keep open communication with the representative from the charity of the year.
Essential Functions:
* Provide leadership and direction for Dance Marathon offering guidance and support to
club members.
* Foster a positive and inclusive team culture that encourages collaboration, respect, and
camaraderie.
* Serve as a mentor and positive role model for club members, promoting personal growth
and development.
* Encourage academic excellence and reinforce the importance of balancing academics
with extracurricular activities.
* Learn and stay current with all club by-laws and regulations
* Publicize and celebrate student achievements and student growth to the school
community
* Ensure adherence to school policies, rules, and regulations during all club activities.
* Prioritize the safety and well-being of club members during practices, competitions, and
travel.
* Maintain open and effective communication with club members, school administration,
and parents/guardians.
* Conduct regular practice sessions to focus on skill development and improve individual
and team performance. [reword/remove for non-competing clubs]
* Organize, coordinate, and supervise club activities, events, and competitions.
* Maintain up-to-date roster information in the student information system
* Record attendance for all practices, competitions, and all other meetings in student
information system
* Maintain all club/team documents in a single folder with shared access to the direct
supervisor
* Manage team logistics, including scheduling, equipment, supervision, and transportation
for off-site events.
* Provide regular updates on club activities, progress, and upcoming events.
* Manage all club/team activity funds
* Delegate roles and responsibilities for assistant coaches/stipend holders
* Evaluate assistant coaches/stipend holders
* Recruit and hire assistant coaches/stipend holders
Goals of the Club:
The goal of Dance Marathon is to provide students with an opportunity to raise money and
awareness about the charity of the year and the D219 Foundation. The sponsor will plan and host
various fundraising and awareness opportunities throughout the year.
Calendar:
* August - May
Required Events
* Minimum of 2 meetings per month
* Dance Marathon fundraising events
* Culminating Dance Marathon end of year event
* Additional meetings/events as appropriate (e.g. Fall recruitment fair, Incoming 8th grade
activities fair)
Hours Per Week:
* 1-2 hours per week for meetings
* Some asynchronous work per week
Building: Niles West
Performance Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with
provisions of the District evaluation procedures.
Candidate must apply online at
Niles Township High Schools District 219 is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy
and practice of District 219 to decide all matters relating to employment solely on the basis of
the applicant's ability to perform the essential functions of the position. District 219 ensures
equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, sex, sexual orientation, color, national
origin, religion, age or handicap.
The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with
Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position.
Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional
duties may be assigned.
Position Type:
Extracurricular/Dance Marathon Sponsor
Date Posted:
5/20/2024
Location:
WEST STUDENT ACTIVITIES
Date Available:
24-25 School Year
Closing Date:
06/03/2024
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Job Description
Position Title: Dance Marathon Sponsor
Reports To: DIRECTOR OF ACTIVITIES
Position Summary: The Dance Marathon Sponsor is responsible for supervising students during
weekly meetings. The sponsor will organize approved fundraisers throughout the year in order to
meet the needs of the club's expenses. The sponsor will supervise students in sponsored events
throughout the year and the culminating Dance Marathon event at the end of the school year. The
sponsor will also keep open communication with the representative from the charity of the year.
Essential Functions:
* Provide leadership and direction for Dance Marathon offering guidance and support to
club members.
* Foster a positive and inclusive team culture that encourages collaboration, respect, and
camaraderie.
* Serve as a mentor and positive role model for club members, promoting personal growth
and development.
* Encourage academic excellence and reinforce the importance of balancing academics
with extracurricular activities.
* Learn and stay current with all club by-laws and regulations
* Publicize and celebrate student achievements and student growth to the school
community
* Ensure adherence to school policies, rules, and regulations during all club activities.
* Prioritize the safety and well-being of club members during practices, competitions, and
travel.
* Maintain open and effective communication with club members, school administration,
and parents/guardians.
* Conduct regular practice sessions to focus on skill development and improve individual
and team performance. [reword/remove for non-competing clubs]
* Organize, coordinate, and supervise club activities, events, and competitions.
* Maintain up-to-date roster information in the student information system
* Record attendance for all practices, competitions, and all other meetings in student
information system
* Maintain all club/team documents in a single folder with shared access to the direct
supervisor
* Manage team logistics, including scheduling, equipment, supervision, and transportation
for off-site events.
* Provide regular updates on club activities, progress, and upcoming events.
* Manage all club/team activity funds
* Delegate roles and responsibilities for assistant coaches/stipend holders
* Evaluate assistant coaches/stipend holders
* Recruit and hire assistant coaches/stipend holders
Goals of the Club:
The goal of Dance Marathon is to provide students with an opportunity to raise money and
awareness about the charity of the year and the D219 Foundation. The sponsor will plan and host
various fundraising and awareness opportunities throughout the year.
Calendar:
* August - May
Required Events
* Minimum of 2 meetings per month
* Dance Marathon fundraising events
* Culminating Dance Marathon end of year event
* Additional meetings/events as appropriate (e.g. Fall recruitment fair, Incoming 8th grade
activities fair)
Hours Per Week:
* 1-2 hours per week for meetings
* Some asynchronous work per week
Building: Niles West
Performance Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with
provisions of the District evaluation procedures.
Candidate must apply online at
Niles Township High Schools District 219 is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy
and practice of District 219 to decide all matters relating to employment solely on the basis of
the applicant's ability to perform the essential functions of the position. District 219 ensures
equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, sex, sexual orientation, color, national
origin, religion, age or handicap.
The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with
Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position.
Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional
duties may be assigned.
Extracurricular/Dance Marathon Sponsor
5/20/2024
WEST STUDENT ACTIVITIES
24-25 School Year
06/03/2024
- Dance Marathon
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