Volunteer - Activity Sponsor - 2026-2027 school year

Continuous Notice of Nondiscrimination

The Newton Community School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), sexual orientation and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and its employment practices.

Grievance Procedure: If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy, please contact Laura Selover, Director of Human Resources, at 1302 1st Avenue West, Newton, Iowa 50208, (641) 792-5809, seloverl@newton.k12.ia.us.

About the role

Volunteer Activity Sponsors are needed to support activities at either Berg Middle School or Newton High School.

Responsibilities

• Support activities at the school
• Ensure safety and supervision of students during activities
• Communicate with teachers and staff regarding activity needs

Requirements

• Must be able to commit to a flexible schedule
• Pass a criminal history background check

Qualifications

• Experience working with youth
• Good communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Skills

• Organizational skills
• Patience and empathy
• Knowledge of school policies and procedures

Benefits

• Opportunity to make a positive impact on student lives
• Opportunity to build relationships with students and staff
• Opportunity to learn about school operations and culture

Pay

No pay is provided for this volunteer position.

Schedule

Volunteer Sponsors are expected to be available at the discretion of the NCSD Director of Activities and Athletics.