Athletic Director/Teacher
Henderson Collegiate is a mission-driven public college preparatory school located in rural Henderson, NC with an unrelenting focus on character development and student achievement. We believe in 51% character and 49% academics, prioritizing the teaching of character traits that help students become great people. Our school serves students from traditionally underserved communities (approximately 85% receive free or reduced-price meals, and about 94% are students of color), yet we consistently rank in the top 9.7% of all NC schools and the top 1.3% of all NC Title I schools. We are committed to the idea that all students can learn and create a future full of opportunities by attending and graduating from the colleges of their choice. To date, 100% of our seniors have been accepted into a 4-year college or university.
About the Role
The Athletic Director/Teacher will teach a subject aligned with their background and experience while managing and coordinating the school’s athletic activities and sports programs to promote physical fitness. This role involves expanding our athletic program, increasing student and staff involvement, and partnering with school leaders to grow our middle and high school athletics program.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the school’s athletic liaison to the North Carolina High School Athletics Association, the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction’s Middle School Athletics department, conferences, and families, providing updates and announcements about athletic programs.
- Act as an internal recruiter to attract and retain the best coaches, boost participation, and train and mentor coaches.
- Increase student participation in athletic programs.
- Analyze and evaluate existing athletic programs and equipment to ensure they meet student interests, school goals, applicable laws, and North Carolina Athletics Association regulations while ensuring participant safety.
- Supervise the school’s athletic facilities, oversee scheduling and coordination of practices and events, and disseminate event details (times/locations).
- Manage the budget and finances for all athletics-related programming and events.
- Oversee all athletic documentation to maintain compliance.
- Work alongside the Assistant Athletic Director for logistical support.
- Teach classes at the middle or high school level.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree (required).
- Prior experience as an Athletic Director in a middle or high school setting (required).
- Middle or high school athletic coaching experience (required).
- Digital fluency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Google Suite (Gmail, Calendar, Drive, Docs, Sheets), and fundamental knowledge of online systems and platforms (required).
- Prior experience teaching and working in a low-income community (preferred but not required).
Qualities
- A go-getter who will move mountains to do what is best for students and the team.
- An encourager who believes learning comes with joy, love, and laughter.
- A reflective educator who recognizes the power and potential in all students and provides culturally competent/responsive instruction.
- A lifelong learner committed to self-improvement, feedback, and growth.
- A gritty problem-solver who approaches challenges with smart solutions.
- A finisher who plans backward to meet timelines and manage complex projects while keeping sight of the big picture and details.
- A data-driven analyst who reflects and takes swift action based on results.
- A proactive communicator who engages with students, families, and teammates.
Benefits
- Competitive salary ranging from $61,000 to $89,000, commensurate with experience as an educator and within athletics.
- Full benefits package.
- Laptop computer and access to classroom technology and software.
Schedule
- Staff school day: 7:20 am to 4:15 pm, with one day per week extending to 5:00 pm for professional development.
- Frequent after-school events, including games and practices, requiring attendance beyond regular school hours.
We are unable to sponsor an initial US work visa for this position.