Lawrence Free State High

Forensics Assistant Sponsor

FTE:.4

Fiscal Year: 2026-27

Classified staff or Rule 10 only applicants that accept this supplemental position will be paid at an hourly rate, due to wage and hour laws. The stipend is only for certified staff members.

Qualifications

Current certified staff (preferred)

Activity specific experience considered

Must be CPR/AED (cardio-pulmonary resuscitation/automated external defibrillator) certified or be willing to obtain and maintain certification

Reports To

School Activities Director

School Principal

Job Goal

The job of Student Club Sponsor - Academic/Activity Clubs is done for the purpose(s) of coordinating and guiding student participants in club activities in accordance with applicable school, district, state and federal policies related to the specific program; promoting program participation; providing supervision of student participants during all aspects of the club activities; and coaching students for competitive events and leadership development. Individuals in this job classification are assigned as a student club advisor in a program at the high school or middle school level.

Performance Responsibilities

1. Assists the head sponsor in the coordination of a variety of activities related to the specific program that may occur both during the school year and summer (e.g. competitions, field trips, fund raising events, etc.) for the purpose of implementing scheduled activities.
2. Guides students in the development of program objectives for the purpose of identifying specific program activities and tasks required to be implemented throughout the year.
3. Participates in meetings of the program for the purpose of providing guidance to student participants, oversight of group activities and/or ensuring program objectives are achieved.
4. Promotes program (e.g. club fairs, announcement, flyers, etc.) for the purpose of increasing interest and participation in program.
5. Supervises student participants in activities (e.g. competition, travel, meetings, overnight and or out of area trips, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring activities are conducted in compliance with the program objectives and in a safe and positive learning environment conforming to District standards.
6. Transports student participants for the purpose of providing transportation to and from scheduled events.
7. Performs other duties as assigned by the head sponsor for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.
8. Supports the head sponsor and total activities program of the Lawrence school system.
9. Assumes all responsibilities assigned to the head sponsor in that sponsor's absence.

Critical Skills

• Ability to speak clearly and audibly to various groups expressing ideas in a logical and forthright manner
• Ability to quickly analyze a situation and provide prompt advice
• Ability to respond to information requests in a courteous, timely and helpful manner
• Ability to work constructively and cooperatively with others
• Ability to travel as needed

Additional Pay Information

If the applicant hired is a current USD 497 certified staff member, this position will have a stipend of $1,006 for the season.

If the applicant hired is not a current USD 497 certified staff member, they will be paid $7.25 per hour for the hours worked.

Terms of Employment

Twelve-month supplemental contract - salary and work year to be established by the Board.

Evaluation

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluation.

The tasks listed in this position description are subject to change at the discretion of the superintendent. The incumbent is expected to take on other duties as requested or assigned by his/her supervisor.