Athletic Director

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher with course work in athletic management and/or educational administration/leadership.
• Valid Michigan teaching certificate and/or administrator certificate issued by the Michigan Department of Education preferred.
• Three (3) years of successful head coaching
• Evidence of active participation and leadership in professional and athletic organizations
• Demonstrated success in the improvement of the athletic programs, and working harmoniously with students, parents, teachers, and the school community.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent (or designee) may find appropriate and acceptable.

Performance Responsibilities:

• Administer the athletic program and coordinate all athletic functions for South Lake Schools.
• Work with representatives of the school and community to develop an athletic program suitable to the needs of South Lake Schools.
• Schedule all interscholastic contests involving students in grades 6-12 with the approval of the respective principals.
• Counsel and guide students in all phases of their educational and athletic development
• Administer student discipline as assigned.
• Compile and maintain accurate records and reports on student schedules, membership, attendance, transfers, and athletics.
• Assist in the development, implementation, and the evaluation of athletic staff.
• Encourage and help establish a climate of improvement and enrichment.
• Counsel and advise the principal and the building staff in planning athletic functions and activities.
• Assist in the preparation of all athletic records and reports required by local, state, and national departments and other agencies.

The Board of Education is committed to maintaining a learning and working environment in which all individuals are treated with dignity and respect, free from discrimination and harassment. There will be no tolerance for discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, creed or ancestry, sex, marital status, genetic information, height, weight, sexual orientation, disability, or age.