Academic Schedule B - Social Studies Olympiad - ES

Position Summary

The Social Studies Olympiad Advisor is responsible for organizing, coordinating, and supervising the school’s participation in the Social Studies Olympiad program. This role includes guiding students through preparation for competitions, fostering academic excellence in history, civics, geography, and related disciplines, and promoting teamwork and intellectual curiosity. The Advisor ensures that all activities comply with district policies and competition guidelines while creating a positive and supportive environment for participants.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Program Leadership & Coordination

• Plan, supervise, and coordinate all Social Studies Olympiad practices, events, and competitions.

• Attend local and regional events, and oversee student participation.

• Hold a minimum of five meetings throughout the school year.

• Submit a complete annual calendar at the start of the school year, including all relevant meetings, events, and competition dates.

• Communicate schedules and updates to students, parents, and staff.

• Enter all meetings, events, and competitions into the district’s facility use software (FMX).

Recruitment & Promotion

• Coordinate marketing and recruitment activities to encourage student participation.

• Promote a culture of inquiry, civic engagement, and academic competition.

Budget & Resource Management

• Maintain working knowledge of the program’s budget.

• If applicable, collect and deposit funds in accordance with Board of Education policy.

• Monitor and manage expenses to ensure compliance with district procedures.

Student Development

• Guide students in developing research, presentation, and critical thinking skills.

• Foster collaboration, problem-solving, and leadership within the team.

• Provide academic coaching and feedback to prepare students for competition success.

Qualification Requirements

To excel in this role, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty to a high standard. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supervise students individually and in small or large group settings during practices and competitions.

• May oversee parents and volunteers during program activities.

Skills and Abilities

Language Skills

• Ability to read, write, and interpret documents, correspondence, and instructions accurately.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills to engage effectively with students, parents, staff, and community members.

Mathematics Skills

• Ability to perform accurate mathematical calculations, including percentages, ratios, and data interpretation for scoring and event analysis.

Reasoning Ability

• Apply sound judgment, organization, and problem-solving skills in planning and executing program activities.

Other Skills and Abilities

• Build positive relationships with students, staff, and parents.

• Demonstrate understanding of district policies, Board of Education requirements, and competition regulations.

Physical Demands

• Frequently required to walk, stand, sit, talk, and listen.

• Occasionally required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

• May lift or move objects up to 50 pounds.

• Vision requirements include close, distance, and peripheral vision.

Work Environment

• Noise levels vary from quiet to loud depending on activities.

• Work is performed in classrooms, competition sites, and event venues.

Compensation

• Compensation is in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement between Richmond Community Schools and MEA-Local 1/Richmond Education Association (REA).

Application Process

Interested candidates must apply online via TalentEd: https://richmondcsd.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx

Questions regarding this position may be directed to: 

Sarah Mitchell-Ogden
Director of Human Resources
Email: jsogden@richmond.k12.mi.us
Phone: (586) 727-3565, ext. 6050

Non-Discrimination Statement

In compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, Title II of the Americans with Disability Act of 1990, and Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act of 1977, it is the policy of the Richmond Community School District that no person shall, on the basis of race, color, religion ,military status, national origin or ancestry, sex, disability, age (except as authorized by law,) height, weight, or marital status be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to, discrimination during any program, activity, service or in employment. Should you need to contact someone about discrimination of any kind in the school district, contact the Superintendent at 35276 Division, Richmond, MI 48062.

Salary : $578 - $1,040