Athletic Director & Physical Education Teacher

POSITION:
Director of Athletics & Physical Education Teacher

FLSA STATUS:
Full-Time, 12-Month Position

REPORTS TO:

Principal

Salary Range: $42,000 - $70,000 (based on experience)

The Director of Athletics & Physical Education is a mission-aligned educator and administrator responsible for leading Saint Martin de Porres High School’s athletic programs and teaching Physical Education. This dual‑role position fosters student development through sports, physical education, and leadership opportunities while promoting a culture of faith, purpose, and service.

The Director will oversee the full operations of athletic programs, including compliance, scheduling, coach management, and game‑day operations, while also serving as a physical education teacher focused on the holistic wellness and fitness of students. The ideal candidate is both an experienced teacher and a dynamic program manager committed to student‑centered education and team development.

• Oversee all athletic programs and performance groups aligned with the Saint Martin mission.
• Supervise coaches, manage hiring and evaluation processes, and ensure compliance with OHSAA and school policies.
• Manage all scheduling of games, facilities, practices, and transportation, including coordination with external facilities and referees/officials.
• Maintain student‑athlete eligibility and compliance (academic, health, authorization forms, etc.).
• Lead pre‑season meetings, game‑day logistics, team meals, and student travel planning.
• Serve as school liaison for conference participation and athletic organization communications.
• Maintain accurate athletic records, forms, and eligibility documentation.
• Develop leadership programming for student‑athletes in collaboration with the Principal.
• Organize and lead team awards nights and school‑wide sports recognitions.
• Coordinate updates to athletic web pages and use tools like Max Preps, Final Forms, and myOHSAA.
• Promote athletics through collaboration with the Marketing and Admissions departments.
• Contribute to the broader student life calendar and supervise athletic and performance events.

• Teach Physical Education classes using a student‑centered approach focused on lifelong wellness, fitness, and teamwork.
• Develop weekly lesson plans and quarterly unit plans aligned to the school curriculum and instructional expectations.
• Create a positive, structured classroom environment that encourages participation, safety, and physical development.
• Use informal and formal assessments to track and support student progress.
• Coordinate field trips and experiential learning aligned to health, wellness, or fitness goals.
• Communicate proactively with parents and guardians as needed.
• Participate in interdisciplinary planning and collaborate with professional learning teams.
• Model diligence, flexibility, and a growth mindset in support of school innovation.
• Participate in school life, including Pillar Fridays, Corporate Work Study Program support, and Admissions events.

• Ohio Licensure Preferred:
  Physical Education AYA (7‑12) or Physical Education MA (K‑12)
• Master’s Degree is preferred; however, a Bachelor’s degree with appropriate experience will also be considered.
• OHSAA certification and/or Pupil Activity Permit required (or ability to obtain).

• 3+ years of experience in teaching and/or athletic administration in an urban environment.

• Commitment to Saint Martin’s mission of faith, purpose, and service through education.
• Strong organizational and communication skills; ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency with tools such as Google Suite, Final Forms, myOHSAA, and Max Preps.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and non‑standard hours for athletic events as needed.
• Well organized
• Outcomes driven
• Self‑initiating
• Attention to detail