PE Teacher​/Athletic Director- Mount Sacred Heart Catholic School

Employment Status:
Full-time

FLSA Status:
Exempt/Salary

Reports to:

Principal

* Full-time Benefits may include:
Paid Holidays/Holy Days, 403b Retirement, 401 (a) Pension Plan, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Employee Assistance Program, Short-term/Long-term Disability.
* Benefits may vary based on employment status and location.

The Athletic Director fulfills the mission of the Catholic school by assisting the administration in the development of an athletic program to promote student health, athletic skill, and safety. The Athletic Director has decision making responsibilities within essential job functions, in keeping with school policies.

The PE Teacher fulfills the mission of the Catholic school by guiding, inspiring, and educating students in a loving, Christ-centered environment. The Teacher is to be immediately responsible to the principal for the carrying out of policies of the school and the Archdiocese of San Antonio as they relate to the function of the school, the classroom, and the immediate contact with students and parents.

• Supports and upholds the philosophy of Catholic education and the mission of the school
• Acts as a witness to Gospel values by modeling the teachings of the Catholic Church
• Supports and adheres to the Religious Standards for Catholic School Employees and policies and procedures of the school and Archdiocese of San Antonio
• Maintains confidentiality regarding school matters
• Plans, organizes, and implements a comprehensive athletic program for students
• Provides for the safety and well-being of student athletes by implementing safety guidelines and training of coaches and students
• Maintains, updates, and distributes athlete and coach handbooks annually
• Implements annual parent information and coach training sessions
• Ensures that all athletes have completed annual physicals, release/hold harmless forms, and registration prior to participation
• Ensures the school’s compliance with league regulations and attends required meetings
• Maintains athletic inventory and coordinates the ordering process for new equipment and uniforms
• Maintains the school’s athletic calendar in coordination with the master school calendar
• Attends and supervises all on-campus athletic competitions, and ensures supervision of all off-campus events
• In conjunction with the principal, supervises, hires, and evaluates all coaches formally and informally
• Maintains current and accurate records according to school and Archdiocesan policy
• Communicates efficiently regarding registration, team assignments, schedules, and participation requirements
• Communicates with administration/faculty regarding need for early dismissals, field, and gym use
• Meets staff development guidelines as set forth by the Archdiocese/local administration
• Demonstrates professionalism in conduct, demeanor, and work habits
• Maintains a work schedule that maximizes availability to the school, students and staff
• Collaborates with peers to enhance the work environment and support planning
• Conferences with parents upon request and responds to messages in a timely manner
• Keeps abreast of current athletic and safety information through membership in relevant associations
• Hire coaches. Require preseason and postseason meetings with coaches.
• Providing guidance and direction for a school’s sports program
• Prepares budgets and allocates spending on items such as coaches' salaries, team travel, equipment purchases, and facility upkeep
• Collaborates with conferences and leagues about scheduling issues
• Speaks with league officials about subjects such as postseason play
• Determines the time allocated for a field, court, or weight room
• Works with coaches and perhaps a travel coordinator to plan trips
• Coordinates officials and umpires at games and budgets for their pay
• Files reports on the status of each team and its successes and shortcomings
• Mediates any disputes between athletes and coaches or between coaches
• Required to manage high to moderate levels of stress
• Required to work in standard gym, field, and school conditions

Adheres to safety training and protocols on a daily basis and takes precautionary measures to ensure the safety and well-being of self,…