Club Sponsor-Destination Imagination-EL
Job Description:
Boulder Valley School District is committed to create challenging, meaningful, and engaging learning opportunities so that all children thrive and are prepared for successful, civically engaged lives. Our comprehensive and innovative approach to education ensures that each student meets expectations relative to intellectual growth, physical development and social emotional well-being. The district covers approximately 500 square miles and serves the communities of Boulder, Erie, Louisville, Lafayette, Superior, Broomfield, Nederland, Ward, Jamestown and Gold Hill. Website: BVSD.
Location: US:CO:BOULDER
School: Whittier International
Position Title: Club Sponsor-Destination Imagination-EL
Position Start Date: September 22, 2026
Position Type: Extra Duty
FTE: 0.47
Work Schedule: 9/22/2026-3/12/2027
Total Contract Amount:*$646.25 - $852.58
Closing Date: September 16, 2026
Our People Are Our Strength in BVSD
Summary:
Support and guide a student team as they participate in Destination Imagination. The Team Leader facilitates team meetings, encourages creativity, collaboration, and problem-solving, and helps students navigate the challenge process while allowing them to take ownership of their ideas and solutions. No prior DI experience is required—just enthusiasm for working with students and fostering teamwork and creative thinking.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and mentor a student Destination Imagination team throughout the challenge season.
- Facilitate regular team meetings and encourage students to develop their own ideas and solutions.
- Guide students through creative problem-solving, teamwork, research, and project development.
- Help the team stay organized, meet deadlines, and prepare for the Destination Imagination tournament.
- Encourage collaboration, creativity, confidence, and student ownership.
- Communicate with families and school staff regarding team meetings, schedules, and tournament details. Follow Destination Imagination guidelines while allowing students to take the lead.
Qualifications:
Required:
- Must be 21 years of age, or older
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Complete and submitted BVSD online application
- Communicate (read, write, and speak) in English
Preferred:
- Must be available after school and evenings.
- Knowledge of all aspects of elementary school activity programming.
- Proven leadership qualities and successful experience in working with elementary school students
- Experience with Destination Imagination, coaching, teaching, mentoring, or working with youth is a plus, but not required.
Salary Information:
Salary Placement varies according to experience and education.
*Pay range listed above is for employees newly hired to BVSD or current BVSD employees that are new to the employee group (existing employees currently in this unit please refer to the pay range on the appropriate salary schedule).
BVSD engages in a salary placement process vs. a salary negotiation process. This information is provided in compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and is the company's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience and education. All salaries are set by Human Resources based on a review of qualifications compared to the requirements on the job description; therefore listing all related education and experience on your application is recommended.
Application and Selection Procedure:
- External Candidates: Apply on-line at jobs.bvsd
- Current BVSD Employees: Must apply through the INFOR portal
- If you do not have internet access, a computer is available in the Human Resources Division, Education Center, 6500 E. Arapahoe, Boulder, Colorado.
- Applications are reviewed to match candidates with position qualifications, with a limited number selected for interviews. For the final selection, employment is contingent upon successful completion of the post-offer screening process, including a background check and possible medical examination.
Benefits & Eligibility:
Boulder Valley School District is proud to offer eligible employees excellent benefits which may include:
- Free high-quality Health and Dental Coverage
- Vision Coverage
- Supplemental Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Personalized Benefits
- Identity Theft Protection
- Flexible Spending Plans
- Retirement Savings Plans
- EcoPass
Please see our Benefits Page for information on the benefits we offer and eligibility information.
The Boulder Valley School District is an equal opportunity educational institution and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, sex, gender identity/expression, national origin, creed, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status in admission or access to, and treatment and employment in its educational programs or activities. Inquiries or complaints: BVSD Legal Counsel - 720-561-5903; Office for Civil Rights - http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/addresses.html
