FBLA Advisor

Reports to: Building Principal

Classification: Extra Duty

Terms of Employment: During the 181 day teacher work year as established by the

Board of Education

Evaluation: Performance on this job will be evaluated in accordance with

Extra Duty Personnel.

Compensation: Extra duty stipend as established annually by the Extra-Duty

salary schedule.

Supervisory Duties: Supervises students.

JOB SUMMARY:

The goal of the FBLA sponsor is to develop programs that prepare students

for careers in business and business related fields. The FBLA advisor provides quality education

experiences for students in leadership, teamwork, citizenship, money management, goal

development, and character development.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Recruits and supervises the growth and development of students to plan, organize and lead the

local FBLA chapter.

• Oversees meetings and elections of officers according to FBLA guidelines.
• Assists officers with development of meeting agendas and calendar of events.
• Prepares students for competition at the local, district, state and national conference level.
• Coordinates the transportation / logistics of all students to and from competitions.
• Provides for the safety of students, facilities, and equipment while conducting all chapter

activities.

• Organizes, supervises, and conducts fundraising and sponsorship activities as requires to

support the chapter.

• Supervises and ensures that all chapter activities and other events meet national FBLA and

district guidelines / policies.

• Acts as a liaison between students and administrators.
• Maintains accurate financial records that identify all sources or revenues and expenditures

associated with the chapter.

• Ensures that members understand the expectations of FBLA, and serve as good role models for

the student body.

• Perform all other duties as dictated by law and/or assigned by a Supervisor / Administration.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty

satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or

ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with

disabilities to perform the essential functions

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

1. Valid Pennsylvania teaching certificate

COMMUNICATION SKILLS:

1. Ability to communicate, both verbally and in writing, and interact effectively with all

aspects of the school community is required.

2. Ability to solve conflicts, maintain confidentiality and remain open to various ideas and

viewpoints.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

1. Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations using whole numbers, fractions,

decimals, and percentages.

2. Ability to use and teach mathematics commensurate with assigned position.

REASONING ABILITY:

1. Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines while complying with established policies and

procedures of the building and district.

2. Identifies and resolve problems in a timely manner, gathers and analyzes information

skillfully; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

3. Ability to concentrate, think, read and learn is necessary to perform the essential job

duties.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Demonstrate organizational ability and attention to detail.

2. Ability to provide assistance to the school community as necessary.

3. Ability to work independently.

4. Excellent human relation skills.

5. Knowledge of district technology.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must regularly sit, talk, listen, and respond.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use repetitive

wrist, hand and/or finger movement; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is

frequently required to stand and walk. The employee will regularly stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, precise hand-eye

coordination and the ability to identify and distinguish colors. Occasionally, the employee may

lift up to 50 pounds, such as, to lift files, papers, and equipment. The foregoing is not an

exclusive list and the employee may be required to exceed the minimum physical demand

specifications should the safety and security of students and staff be compromised.

The above physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to

successfully perform the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made

to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job duties.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee

encounters while performing the essential duties of this job. The noise level in the work

environment is usually at a moderate to loud level with frequent interruptions. The employee

continuously interacts with students, staff and the public. Travel may be necessary to various

other sites. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job duties.

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans

with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this

position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position

and additional duties may be assigned by the Supervisor.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be

performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to follow

other job-related instructions and to perform other job related duties as requested, subject

to all applicable state and federal laws.