CHS Science Olympiad Advisor

Lake Chelan School District•Chelan, WA

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Chelan High School is seeking a dedicated, enthusiastic, and organized Science Olympiad Advisor to lead and mentor our high school team. The Advisor guides students through rigorous academic preparation, engineering build projects, and laboratory challenges, fostering a culture of scientific inquiry, teamwork, and problem-solving. This role involves recruiting team members, facilitating weekly practices, managing tournament logistics, and accompanying the team to regional and state Science Olympiad competitions.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field or Education strongly preferred).
Demonstrated passion for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics education.
Strong organizational, time-management, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to pass a Washington State Patrol and FBI fingerprint background check.
Valid CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire).

Nice To Haves

Valid Washington State Teaching Certificate (endorsement in Secondary Science preferred).
Prior experience with Science Olympiad, STEM competitions, or extracurricular coaching.
Familiarity with Chelan High School policies and district administrative procedures.

Responsibilities

Recruit, select, and organize students to form balanced competitive teams across 23 standard Science Olympiad events (spanning life science, earth science, chemistry, physics, and engineering).
Facilitate regular after-school practice sessions, providing guidance, study materials, and technical advice.
Cultivate a safe, inclusive, and collaborative environment that encourages curiosity, resilience, and academic integrity.
Help students interpret official event rules, scoring rubrics, and technical specifications.
Oversee hands-on build projects (e.g., bridges, flight devices, robotics), ensuring compliance with construction rules and safety standards.
Supervise laboratory practice sessions, enforcing proper safety protocols, equipment usage, and chemical handling.
Register the CHS team with Washington Science Olympiad and manage all regional/state competition documentation.
Coordinate transportation, chaperone coverage, event day schedules, and student medical/permission forms.
Manage the team budget, including ordering study resources, build materials, test kits, and lab consumables.
Maintain clear communication with parents, school administrators, and the district activities department regarding schedules and expectations.