Job Description

TITLE

(DEBATE) SPONSOR

POSITION TYPE AND COMPENSATION

Supplement Varies

PRIMARY FUNCTION

The position of (DEBATE) SPONSOR is done for the purpose(s) of ensuring students build creative thinking skills, social skills, and problem solving skills; providing students the opportunity to learn new skills through projects and activities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Must possess ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, parents, & the public.

REPORTS TO

School Administrator

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Allows students to be creative thinkers and problem solvers while supporting their vision for the purposes of giving students opportunities and to work together as a team
• Assists students with projects
• Attends a variety of supporting activities for the purpose of providing information regarding the program and/or recognizing participant's accomplishments.
• Organizes and supervises a core group of students who meet regularly
• Participates in meetings, workshops and seminars as assigned for the purpose of gathering information required to perform functions
• Responds to questions or concerns of students, parents or other school staff for the purpose of providing information, assistance and/or direction
• Supervises students at all sponsored related events for the purpose of ensuring proper student behavior
• Supports students in any project or activity for the purpose of ensuring students have everything they need to function at their full potential
• Maintains strict confidentiality.
• Adheres to good safety practices.
• Adheres to all district rules, regulations, and policies.

The York County School Division does not discriminate on the basis of race (Title VI), color, religion, national origin, veteran status, sex, gender (Title IX), age or disability (Section 504), or any other protected class in its educational programs, activities or employment and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following positions have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Title IX Coordinator

Chief Human Resources Officer

302 Dare Road

Yorktown, VA 23692

757-898-0349Section 504/ADA Coordinator

Director of Special Education

302 Dare Road

Yorktown, VA 23692

757-898-0455