The Role of the Destination Imagination School Coordinator in Deerfield 109

DEERFIELD 109 - MISSION STATEMENT
Provide the highest quality educational experiences that engage, inspire and empower each student to excel and contribute in a changing world.

DEERFIELD 109 - VISION STATEMENT
District 109 students will excel and contribute when they have the knowledge and skills to be:

Lifelong learners
Critical and creative thinkers
Effective communicators
Collaborative workers
Self-directed learners
Respectful and responsible members of society

GENERAL INFORMATION
TITLE: Seasonal - Destination Imagination School Coordinator
DEPARTMENT:  N/A
LICENSURE: N/A
ENDORSEMENT:  N/A
CLASSIFICATION:  Classified
FLSA STATUS:  Non-Exempt
REPORTS TO:  Building Principal or Designee
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:  N/A
RATE OF PAY: $1896.00 Stipend
WORK HOURS: Seasonal and to be determined in collaboration with the Building Principal
PRIOR EXPERIENCE: High School diploma and the ability to positively interact with staff and elementary school aged children

PLACEMENT: Walden Elementary School, Wilmot Elementary School, or Kipling Elementary School

JOB OVERVIEW

Coordinates the visual environment of the production while guiding students through the creative and technical process of set construction. This role works closely with the Music Director and Assistant Director to ensure the physical stage aligns with the artistic vision and pacing of the show.

Key Responsibilities:

Practice Facilitation: Plan and run weekly practice sessions to guide students through Instant Challenge materials, team-building exercises, and critical thinking skills.
On-Site Logistics: Secure weekly rehearsal spaces within the school, coordinate student dismissal/pickup logistics, and manage basic building supplies or prop storage.
District Liaison: Partner directly with the District DI Coordinator to submit team information, track student rosters, and finalize tournament registrations.
Team Supervision: Monitor student safety and ensure a collaborative, student-led environment that respects DI’s "No Interference" policy.

The mental demands, physical demands, and work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to allow an employee with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Elementary School - Destination Imagination School Coordinator - 2026/2027