High School Athletic Director

Sherwood Sd 88J • Sherwood, OR

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Athletic Director is designated by the principal to be in charge of the Sherwood High School athletic program as well as supporting our school culture through intentional culture development and student management. The Athletic Director is responsible to the principal and shall supervise the administration of the general policies of the school, district and the OSAA as they pertain to interscholastic athletics. Additionally, the Athletic Director will serve as a resource to staff and parents in developing behavior and/or attendance expectations for students and will serve as a member of the SHS Leadership Team.

Requirements

• A current Oregon teaching license
• Five years of teaching experience, with increasing levels of responsibilities in a school setting
• Knowledge of adolescents
• Knowledge of attendance and discipline procedures, building and school policies
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of schools, teachers and students
• Effective communication, collaboration and interpersonal skills
• Ability to make independent judgments.
• Ability to develop relationships with others by listening, understanding and reserving judgment
• Ability to model characteristics of a reflective professional who monitors and evaluates one’s own professional activities with the goal of continual growth and development
• Knowledge of best practices and Oregon law relating to student behavior
• Knowledge of OSAA requirements and procedures.
• Experience in monitoring and supervising students in the educational setting
• Cultural sensitivity and awareness
• Ability to support school staff and coaches in development of student management protocols

Responsibilities

• Build a culture that fosters a belief that athletics are a way for students to connect to each other and Sherwood High School
• Be responsible for interpreting and seeing that the policies and procedures of the athletic program are carried out
• Work with the principal on problems pertaining to the athletic program
• Organize and oversee regular training sessions to reinforce the philosophy and conduct requirements
• Control and authorize the purchase of athletic equipment and supplies through the proper channels
• Plan, with the coach, the schedules for each sport season
• Arrange for transportation for athletic teams making trips
• Be responsible for the assignment and reassignment of positions within the coaching staff.
• Supervise and evaluate all coaches who are not a part of the SEA Collective Bargaining Unit and mentor all coaches in the athletic program on a consistent basis
• Assist in managing school-wide student supervision and enforcing behavioral expectations.
• While consulting with the school administrators, issue consequences for students who do not follow expectations.
• Counsel students and parents about school and district policies.
• Assist staff and parents in developing student behavioral expectations.
• Act as a resource, advocate and support for all school staff and students.
• Assist in developing/monitoring programs to promote positive student behavior.
• Assist in supervision of students during co-curricular and extra-curricular activities, inclusive of evening events.
• Maintain accurate records.
• Communicate with parents regarding behavior issues with their child.

Benefits

• Sherwood School District pays the 6% employee PERS contribution, upon eligibility.
• Salary rates do not reflect additional stipends for extra duties and extended days

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED