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)

POSITION SUMMARY

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.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Director of Athletics

• 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 MaxPreps, FinalForms, 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.

Physical Education Instruction

• 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.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• 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).

EXPERIENCE

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

REQUIRED SKILLS/CAPABILITIES

• 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, FinalForms, myOHSAA, and MaxPreps.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and non-standard hours for athletic events as needed.
• Well organized
• Outcomes driven
• Self-initiating

• Attention to detail

PHILOSOPHICAL ATTITUDE

BENEFITS

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Company Paid Life and Long Term Disability insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Internal On-going Professional Development
• Flexible Planning Day
• Eligibility for Student Loan Forgiveness