Paducah ISD - Athletic Director/Head Football Coach/Classroom Teacher

Job Details

Region: 17
School District/Employer: Paducah ISD
District Category/Employer: Campus,
Position: Director,
Assignment Level: Level
  • High School
  • Middle School
Area
  • Athletics
Job Title: Athletic Director/Head Football Coach/Classroom Teacher
School: Paducah ISD
Campus Description: Paducah ISD is a Pre K-12 campus located in Cottle County. Paducah is located in the southeast portion of the Texas Panhandle. Athletically, we participate in UIL Conference 1A and participate in Six-Man Football, Volleyball, Cross Country, Basketball, Track, Golf, and Tennis.
Date Posted: 5/24/2022
Deadline: 2022-06-09
Openings: 1
Commitment: Full Time
Description/Notes: Paducah ISD is seeking a qualified Athletic Director/Head Football Coach/Classroom Teacher

Primary Purpose:
Direct and manage districts athletic program and facilities and instruct and coach students to develop skills and abilities to excel in athletics. Provide each student with the opportunity to participate in an extracurricular athletic activity and ensure compliance with all federal, state, University Interscholastic League (UIL), and local requirements.

Special Knowledge/Skills:
Knowledge of overall operations of an athletic program
Knowledge of coaching techniques and procedures
Knowledge of federal, state, and UIL policies governing athletics
Ability to instruct and supervise student athletes
Ability to pass U.S. Department of Transportation alcohol and drug tests and annual physical
Ability to implement policy and procedures
Ability to interpret data
Ability to manage budget and personnel
Excellent public relations, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to speak effectively before groups of students, parents, and staff

Experience:
3-5 years successful teaching and coaching experience
Head Coaching Experience Preferred

Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Program Planning and Instruction
1.Establish performance criteria for competition and manage athletic activities, contests, and practice sessions to promote individual growth in athletic skills, teamwork, and good sportsmanship. Model performance criteria and perform physical movements required for successful student performance of all sports supervising.

2.Maintain an active program that promotes good sportsmanship and student development including the time, resources, and materials to support accomplishment of department goals.
3.Establish and maintain physical and academic eligibility requirements for participation in each sport, and verify each athletes eligibility.
4.Use a variety of instructional and coaching techniques to meet the needs and improve the abilities of all student athletes.
5.Take all necessary precautions to protect student athletes, equipment, materials, and facilities.
6.Work with other members of school staff to plan and implement instructional goals and objectives to ensure the overall educational development of student athletics.
7.Obtain and use evaluative findings (including student achievement data) to gauge athletic program effectiveness and ensure that program renewal is continuous and responsive to student needs.

Athletic Events
8.Manage district athletic operations including directing ticket/gate sales, securing game officials, announcers, clock keepers, chain crew, and ensuring preparation of facilities.
9.Prepare and approve all interscholastic game schedules.
10.Arrange transportation, lodging, and meals for out-of-town athletic events. (Drive bus to transport students to out-of-district competition.
Student Management
11.Implement district student management policies, communicate expected student behavior related to athletics, and ensure enforcement of student discipline in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
12. Accompany and supervise student athletes during assigned athletic competitions both at-home and on out-of-town trips.
13.Instruct and advise students on National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) regulations with regard to academic requirements for scholarships and recruiting practices.
Communication
14.Establish and maintain open lines of communication on vital issues with parents, students, teachers, and administrators.
Administration, Budget and Inventory
15.Implement the policies established by federal law, state law, State Board of Education rule, UIL rules, and local board policy in area of athletics.
16.Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.
17.Develop and administer budget based on documented needs and ensure that operations are cost effective and funds are managed wisely.
18.Oversee the process of cleaning, repairing, and storing of all athletic equipment including maintaining a current inventory of supplies, equipment, and fixed assets and recommending disposal and replacement of equipment.
19.Coordinate the use of all athletic facilities by nonschool groups.
20.Plan, organize, and oversee all activities including practices, special events, and tournaments.
Personnel Management
21.Prepare, review, and revise job descriptions for athletic department.
22.Recruit, select, train, supervise, and evaluate all athletic department personnel and make recommendations relative to assignment, transfer, retention, discipline, and dismissal.
23.Develop training options and/or improvement plans for employees to ensure exemplary operation in area of athletics.
Community Relations
24.Articulate the districts mission and goals in the area of athletics to the community and solicit its support in realizing the mission.
25.Demonstrate awareness of district and community needs, initiate activities to meet those needs, and use appropriate and effective techniques to encourage community and parent involvement.
26.Support athletic booster club activities.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Supervise, evaluate, and recommend the hiring of coaches.
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Tools/Equipment Used: Athletic equipment, standard office equipment including computer and peripherals and other instructional equipment; automated external defibrillator (AED); frequent driving may operate school bus
Posture:Sitting; prolonged standing; occasional kneeling, squatting, bending, stooping
Motion:Frequent walking; repetitive hand motions, frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; frequent physical movements associated with sport; moderate grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension and reaching
Lifting:Frequently light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); occasional moderate lifting and carrying (15-44 pounds)
Environment:Frequent districtwide and statewide travel
Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; frequent prolonged and irregular hours
Qualifications: Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
Bachelors degree from accredited college/university
Valid Texas teaching certificate
Current automated external defibrillator (AED) certificate
Clear and valid Texas commercial drivers license with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements.
Evidence of successful Athletic Director/Coaching/Teaching Experience
Salary Range: Commensurate with experience.
Benefits: District pays $250.00 towards District offered Employee Health Insurance
District housing available (reasonable rent)
4-day calendar for 2022-2023 school year
Paducah ISD is a District of Innovation
$1250.00 retention incentive for 2022-2023
How To Apply: Send letter of intent, resume, references, copies of transcripts, and Texas educator certificate to:
email: gwaitman@paducahisd.org or
U.S. mail to:
Paducah ISD
ATTN: Gary Waitman
Drawer P
Paducah, TX 79248 or
Hand deliver to:
Paducah ISD
810 Goodwin Ave.
Paducah, TX 79248

For inquiry email Superintendent Gary Waitman at gwaitman@paducahisd.org or call office at (806)492-3524 or cell at (940)636-8221

Contact Person:

Name: Gary Waitman
Email: gwaitman@paducahisd.org
Address: 810 Goodwin Avenue
City: Paducah
State: TX
Zip: 79248-1183
Phone: (806) 492-3524
Fax: (806) 492-2432