Odyssey of the Mind Coordinator

Forest Hills Public School District•Grand Rapids, MI

7h•Onsite

About The Position

An Odyssey of the Moon coordinator facilitates the participation of students in the Odyssey of the Moon program at a school or district level. The Odyssey of the Moon coordinator provides leadership and expertise to coaches and requires dedication, enthusiasm, creativity, and leadership skills.

Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, talk, hear (in a quiet or noisy environment).
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust/focus.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to compare, analyze, communicate both orally and in writing, copy, coordinate, instruct, compute, synthesize, evaluate, use interpersonal skills, compile and negotiate.
The employee will remain free of any alcohol or drugs throughout his/her employment with the district as outlined in Board Policy #4210.

Nice To Haves

Experience as an Odyssey of the Moon coach
Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team
Experience working with K-12 students

Responsibilities

Promoting the Odyssey of the Moon program to students and parents, and explaining its benefits and goals.
Recruiting and registering teams of students who are interested in joining the program, and ensuring that they meet the eligibility criteria and deadlines.
Recruiting judges as needed.
Finding and training coaches who will guide and mentor the teams throughout the creative problem-solving process.
Providing support and resources to the teams and coaches, such as problem clarifications, spontaneous practice materials, budget guidelines, paperwork requirements, securing practice space, etc.
Communicating with the regional and state Odyssey of the Moon organizations, and staying updated on the latest news and events related to the program.
Organizing and hosting local events, such as workshops, trainings, scrimmages, or showcases, to help the teams prepare for the regional and state tournaments.
Coordinating the logistics of attending the regional and state tournaments, such as transportation, accommodation, registration fees, etc.
Work collaboratively with other coordinators, coaches, volunteers, judges, officials, school/district personnel, vendors and sponsors to ensure a successful and rewarding experience for all participants.
The coordinator is also expected to adhere to the Odyssey of the Moon code of conduct and uphold the values and principles of the program.
Managing monies/funds according to District policy directly with the building under the direction of the Business Office
Consistent and reliable attendance and availability
Perform other duties as assigned – job functions may vary depending on the specific needs and expectations of each school