DECA Advisor

POSITION TITLE: DECA Advisor

DEPARTMENT / BUILDING: Activities Department � Lakeville South HS

TITLE OF IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Head Coach & Activities Director

BARGAINING UNIT: Education Minnesota � Lakeville

EXEMPT/NON-EXEMPT: Non-Exempt (Seasonal)

Position Description/Qualifications:

1. Playing, coaching and/or advising experience necessary.
2. Ability to formulate and implement practice plans and schedules.

1. Community & Stakeholder Engagement
   • Represent Lakeville Area Schools with professionalism and integrity in all community interactions.
   • Build positive relationships with students, families, and community supporters.
   • Support program efforts such as youth camps, clinics, and community service events.
   • Serve as a role model and ambassador for the district's mission: Student Focused, Community Connected.
2. Professional Growth & Conduct
   • Participate in meetings, professional development, and coaching education as required.

• Continue learning and refining coaching methods consistent with best practices and district expectations.
• Demonstrate ethical relationships with students, colleagues, and stakeholders.
• Display modesty in success and graciousness in defeat.
• Support the Head Coach and Activities Director in providing a program that reflects excellence in both education and competition.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Prior participation, coaching, or mentoring experience preferred.
• Knowledge of rules, fundamentals, and safety principles of the sport or activity.
• MSHSL Coaching Certification required (or ability to obtain upon employment).
• CPR, First Aid, and AED certification preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, teamwork, and communication skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively & positively with students, parents, staff, & community members.

COMPENSATION:

• Stipend position per Education Minnesota � Lakeville Collective Bargaining Agreement (Schedule C).

To Apply:

• Apply online at https://phl.applitrack.com/isd194/onlineapp/