Oversee, plan, and fully execute all activities leading to the successful publication, sales, and distribution of an annual Middle School yearbook.

The Technology Club serves as an opportunity for interested students to learn about and advance their skills in all areas of technology. This includes, but is not limited to, current technologies such as, drones, coding, 3D printing and other technology equipment. In addition, this advisor will supervise and oversee the morning video announcements at the middle school. The advisor is responsible for recruitment and retention of students, promoting the team and individuals involved in the club, raising funds through using approved protocols to allow all student participants an opportunity to participate fully in the club. The ideal advisor has demonstrated a strong understanding of using technology safely and is well versed in sharing safe and appropriate practices with technology with all participants.

Develop and implement election process, procedures and timelines for Student Senate officer elections in cooperation with school administration. Development and implementation of positive student leadership opportunities for all students. Hold a minimum of two meetings per month. Oversight of class and club activity accounts. Plan, coordinate, and implement traditional activities in conjunction with building administration. Finally, this advisor organizes the election of officers for the outgoing 8th grade’s 9th grade year.

This organization is open to all students; the club will be dedicated to serving locally and connecting our students to programs and opportunities they might not otherwise have. Meetings will be held twice per month, with one service project undertaken each quarter of the school year. Service projects are chosen collaboratively between advisors and students. The advisor communicates regularly with administration, parents, students, faculty and staff when appropriate. In early fall, the advisor shall submit an annual calendar of activities (service projects) for review and approval by the building principal.

Develop, implement, or design at least three (3) science-related service-learning opportunities for students in coordination with building administration.

Act as an additional resource for students to learn essential lifelong skills related to positive social development. Promote interest in the club through announcements and hallway postings. Hold organizational meetings within the first month of the school year. Develop policies regarding group membership (attendance, behavior). Take accurate attendance, provide necessary information at home regarding activities and schedule. Develop a constitution and facilitate election of officers. Promote student learning and development within a club’s subject matter. Increase students’ capacity to manage the club including: holding meetings, keeping minutes, and deciding on projects/activities. Organize and execute one service-
related project per year. Produce a year-end report summarizing the achievements and challenges of the club.

The advisor of the school newspaper creates a product utilizing a variety of mediums that promotes all of the wonderful things happening at Newfane Middle and reports on the variety of events that occur throughout the school year. The advisor, in conjunction with building administration, will produce a quarterly newsletter. The advisor should have a strong background in English Language Arts and digital formatting to create a polished quarterly newsletter that reflects well on the school and the program. The advisor is responsible for recruitment and retention of students, promoting the team and individuals involved in the club, raising funds through using approved protocols to allow all student participants an opportunity to participate fully in the club. As a newsletter, the advisor also needs to act in the capacity of editor to be certain the writings in the newsletter are appropriate for the school setting.

The Math Club meets once a week after school and uses the nationally recognized MATHCOUNTS program as a resource guide. Students solve challenging problems, participate in STEAM activities, and compete in the annual MATHCOUNTS competition. Students also plan activities that promote excitement for math throughout Middle School, such as
Problems of the Month, Pi Day, Square Root Day, and more.

The advisor of the Library Club will facilitate a student book club where interested students can engage in conversations centered around the selected pieces of literature. The advisor will set up an environment conducive for students to make friends and enjoy themselves centered around reading, exploring, researching possible topics of discussion. The advisor is responsible for recruitment and retention of students, promoting the team and individuals involved in the club, raising
funds through using approved protocols to allow all student participants an opportunity to participate fully in the club.

In cooperation with building administration, they develop and communicate an annual calendar of events/activities, including but not limited to an annual induction ceremony. Development and implementation a service-learning opportunity in coordination with building administration. Priority to candidates with previous experience working with the National Junior Honor Society and appropriate by-laws/regulations.

Prepare, supervise, and direct students in at least one (1) district wide dramatic performance. Development of a try out and rehearsal schedule is to be approved by Building Leaders (HS/MS) in advance. Prepare students for performance(s) via individual and group activities designed to improve students’ skills, confidence, stage presence, and teamwork. Students will receive instruction and guidance on all aspects of drama, including set design, stage lighting, voice and character development and anything else deemed appropriate by the advisor. Ensure that senior citizens living in the community are invited to the rehearsal event at no cost.

The Conservation Club serves as an opportunity for interested students to learn about and explore the natural world around them. The advisor should have a variety of tools and a vast knowledge of the outdoors (or willing to research and learn). Conservation projects should be designed in collaboration with building administration. The advisor is responsible for recruitment and retention of students, promoting the team and individuals involved in the club, raising funds using approved protocols to allow all student participants an opportunity to participate fully in the club.

Weekly Glee Club rehearsals for interested middle school students. The advisor organizes annual auditions for student placement into the organization. Students and advisors collaboratively select song choices. Rehearsals lead to student singing performances throughout the school year. Advisors will share an annual schedule with building administration and communicate with all stakeholders including parents, students, faculty and staff as appropriate. Preference is given to applicants with music certification and prior experience with large performance groups.

The Chess Club serves as an opportunity for interested students, at all skill levels, to learn about the game of chess and compete against one another. The advisor should have previous experience playing competitive chess and be willing to share insights about the game with children of various ages. The advisor is responsible for recruitment and retention of students, promoting the team and individuals involved in the club, raising funds through using approved protocols to allow all student participants an opportunity to participate fully in the club experience and competitions.

The art club serves to offer an opportunity for interested students to explore their creative interests in a safe and supportive environment. The advisor should have a variety of tools to assist students as they pursue individual art projects. The advisor is expected to regularly showcase student art projects in designated building displays and develop a digital presence, so community members can view student artwork. Additionally, the art advisor is expected to host a district-wide art show outside of the school day to be held at a site on campus. The district art show date and location should be determined in concert with district and building leadership.

An advisor for grades 7 and 8 has two large responsibilities. The first is to begin organizing and leading the fundraising efforts for our 8th grade DC trip. The overall goal of student participation on the trip is 100%. The successful applicant will work collaboratively with the Business Office to establish a way to raise funds over several years in preparation for the class-wide trip. The advisor also works to ensure all field trip paperwork is submitted in the early fall of each school year with necessary supporting documentation to receive Board approval. In addition, this advisor leads our annual Spirit Week including planning, communications, and organization. Student and staff input must be gathered. The advisor of this club works collaboratively to determine a charity or cause to support during Spirit Week, which becomes a schoolwide initiative and focus point for students and staff.

Stage "Jazz" Band provides all students with an opportunity to showcase their musical talents to their peers, community and parents and possible competitions. The club advisor is required to keep attendance records and complete all required paperwork. In addition, a monthly or annual practice and concert schedule should be devised by the advisor and approved by building administration. The advisor should develop a positive means of communication with parents, including but not limited to using the school website, daily announcements, calendar features and more. For all concerts,
advisors should create high quality programs for administrative review and dissemination at all concerts.

Consists of youth leaders with and without intellectual disabilities from the same school who strategize and plan activities. The YAC takes responsibility for the promotion and sustainability of the inclusive sports program. Advisor to create and support the school district’s Unified Basketball Team, Spread the Word to End the Word Campaign, round table discussions of inclusivity and dignity, conducting a youth forum, Rallies for Respect, discussing and understanding stereotypes, building sustainability through Cool Schools Challenge, volunteering at Special Olympics competitions and events, attending Youth Summit.

Oversee, plan, and fully execute all activities leading to the successful publication, sales, and distribution of an annual high school yearbook.

Supervise and organize activities designed to promote sportsmanship and character through athletics including, but not limited to: Spirit Week activities, student athlete recognition(s), assemblies, annual sports banquet, ordering of varsity letters and related materials. To develop and implement a service-learning opportunity in coordination with building
administration.

To develop and implement a service-learning opportunity in coordination with building administration. Coordinate and implement a driver safety program to educate young people about the harmful effects of dangerous driving a variety of motorized vehicles.

Design and establish, in partnership with school administration, a functional school-wide student government, headed by the student senate, inclusive of all other student classes, officers, and interests. Plan and implement an election process, procedures, and timelines for Student Senate officer elections. Develop and implement positive and inclusive student leadership opportunities for all 9-12 students. Hold a minimum of two meetings per month. Plan, coordinate, and implement traditional activities in conjunction with all other 9-12 high school Class Advisors.

Develop and implement election process, procedures and timelines for class officers in cooperation with school administration. Coordinate with the Student Senate in the development and implementation of inclusive positive student leadership opportunities for all students. Hold scheduled monthly meetings with sophomore class officers. Develop an annual calendar of class events in September - to be approved by the building principal or designee. Organize a minimum of
two (2) major fundraisers during the school year. Set an annual fundraising target at a minimum of $3,000. Oversight of class and club activity accounts. Coordinate with and support the Student Senate to plan and implement traditional activities, including but not limited to: HS Spirit Week, Homecoming Pep Assembly, Homecoming Dance, Annual charitable events, other major events as initiated by student interest.

Develop and implement election process, procedures and timelines for class officers in cooperation with school administration. Coordinate with the Newfane HS Student Senate in the development and implementation of positive student leadership opportunities for all students. Hold monthly meetings with Senior Class Officers. Develop an annual calendar of class events to be approved by the building principal or designee. Organize a minimum of three (3) major
fundraisers during the school year. Set an annual fundraising target at a minimum of $4,000. Oversight of class and club activity accounts. Coordinate with and support the Student Senate in the planning of traditional activities, including but not limited to: HS Spirit Week, Homecoming Pep Assembly, Homecoming Dance, annual charitable events, and any other major event as initiated by student interest. Implement, coordinate, communicate, and oversee the HS Prom, End of Year Senior activities, Senior Breakfast, Class Night, Senior Class Trip, the Senior Shirt Sale, and at least one (1) pre-Prom safety
awareness activity or event. Oversight of the annual Senior Poll. Oversee cap and gown sale orders for graduation. Coordinate all annual commencement exercises as approved by the building principal. Prom site selection and oversight of the selection process in cooperation with school administration and class designees.

Develop, implement, or design at least three (3) science-related service-learning opportunities for students in coordination with building administration.

Develop, implement, and maintain oversight of the entire process, culminating in the development of a functional robot to be used at competitions. This includes but is not limited to assignment of team roles and responsibilities, supervision of all students, development and communication of the annual budget with building leader, preparation for competition, and proper maintenance, storage, and inventory of the equipment. Attendance at all competitions is required. Priority given
to candidates with successful experience working with students developing, building, testing, and marketing a robot for use at regional and national competitions. Technology or Industrial Arts certification, engineering background preferred.

Participation in at least one (1) local Model U.N. conference, competition, or related activity agreed upon and communicated with building leaders. Develop and implement a Model U.N. themed service-learning opportunity in coordination with building administration.

Develop and implement election process, procedures and timelines for class officers in cooperation with school administration. Coordinate with the Student Senate in the development and implementation of positive student leadership opportunities for all students. Hold scheduled monthly meetings with Junior Class officers. Develop an annual calendar of class events in September - to be approved by the building principal or designee. Organize a minimum of three (3) major
fundraisers during the school year. Set an annual fundraising target at a minimum of $3,500. Oversight of class and club activity accounts. Coordinate with and support the Student Senate to plan and implement traditional activities, including but not limited to: HS Spirit Week, Homecoming Pep Assembly, Homecoming Dance, Annual charitable events, other major events as initiated by student interest. Attend and assist the Senior Class advisor as needed during graduation commencement ceremonies.

Develop and communicate an annual calendar of Nat’l Honor Society specific events/activities, including but not limited to an annual induction ceremony, with building administration by mid-September. Develop, coordinate, and chair all student NHS induction protocols and candidate selection procedures(s). Develop and implement an ongoing service-
learning opportunity in coordination with building administration. Be well versed and current with all National Honor Society by-laws/regulations and procedures.

The role of the GSA advisor primarily involves serving as an adult ally to youth and youth leaders within the district and supporting students in thinking through and achieving the goals of the GSA. Within this position, the advisor needs to have an understanding of the Federal, State, and school policies related to LGBTIA+ community, as well as what LGBT- supportive policies look like. Finally, as an advisor, this individual serves as a valuable advocate for students by acting as a liaison to administration, teachers, and colleagues regarding the needs of LGBTIA+ young people and their families. The advisor may coordinate and organize events such as barbecues or movie nights, field trips to a local LGBTQ+ prom or Pride parade, and conferences together.

Develop and implement election process, procedures and timelines for class officers in cooperation with school administration. Develop an annual calendar of class events in September - to be approved by the building principal or designee. Coordinate with the Student Senate in the development and implementation of positive inclusive student leadership opportunities for all students. Hold scheduled monthly meetings with Freshman Class officers. Organize a minimum of one major (1) fundraiser during the school year. Set an annual fundraising target of minimally $2,500. Provide oversight of both class and club activity accounts. Coordinate with and support the Student Senate in the planning of traditional activities, including but not limited to: HS Spirit Week, Homecoming Pep Assembly, Homecoming Dance, Annual charitable events, and other major events as initiated by student interest.

Prepare, supervise, and direct students in at least one (1) district wide dramatic performance. Development of a try out and rehearsal schedule is to be approved by Building Leaders (HS/MS) in advance. Prepare students for performance(s) via individual and group activities designed to improve students’ skills, confidence, stage presence, and teamwork. Students will receive instruction and guidance on all aspects of drama, including set design, stage lighting, voice and character development and anything else deemed appropriate by the advisor. Ensure that senior citizens living in the community are invited to the rehearsal event at no cost.

The art club serves to offer an opportunity for interested students to explore their creative interests in a safe and supportive environment. The advisor should have a variety of tools to assist students as they pursue individual art projects. The advisor is expected to regularly showcase student art projects in designated building displays and develop a digital presence so community members can view student artwork. Additionally, the art advisor is expected to host one district-wide art show outside of the school day to be held at a site on campus. The district art show date and location should be determined in concert with district and building leadership.