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Grades 6-12 Athletic Director/Director of Student Activities APPLY ONLINE

Duties

Contract Length: 220 days, beginning July 1, 2026

Duties:

Leadership 

  • Serve as the primary voice of PBL Athletics and Activities, providing clear, proactive, and professional communication to coaches, sponsors, faculty, parents, and the media.
  • Navigate sensitive complex decisions, sensitive situations and conflict resolution with a focus on "students-first" outcomes.
  • Focus on improving and advancing the athletic and activities programs.
  • Actively promote the achievements of our student participants and programs to the broader district and community.
  • Supervise, manage, and observe all coaching staff and sponsors, including at practices, competitions, and other school-sponsored events.
  • Conduct meaningful end of season meetings with coaches to discuss season results, areas of program growth, recruitment, etc.
  • Monitor and enforce all policies and procedures found within the PBL CUSD 10 Extra-Curricular Handbook.

 Collaboration

  • Collaborate with transportation, maintenance, and other necessary personnel. 
  • Work closely with the Assistant Athletic Director/Director of Student Activities and school administrators regularly to ensure the success of all 6-12 athletics/activities.

 

 Strong Communication

  • Communicate effectively and professionally with coaches, sponsors, athletes, parents, faculty, district administration, and other district stakeholders.
  • Utilize all school-sponsored social media platforms to their fullest potential to promote programs and activities.

 

Organizational and Time Management

  • Maintain the master schedules for all athletic/activity events, including bus departures, event start times, and facility needs.
  • Organize the district vehicle calendar.
  • Maintain accuracy in student-athlete eligibility, IHSA/IESA compliance, and safety certifications.

 

Commitment to Student Development

  • Demonstrate a strong commitment to the academic and athletic success of students involved in extra- and co-curricular activities.
  • Foster a collaborative environment where sportsmanship, teamwork, and academic achievement are the standard.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

  • Illinois Professional Educators License (PEL)

 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Administrative Endorsement
  • Experience coaching students in grades 6 - 12
  • Leadership experience 

Salary/Benefits

Salary and Benefits: The base salary range is $67,500 - $72,500. The final compensation package will be commensurate with the candidate's education and experience. Employee health insurance is provided by the district.

 

Additional Notes

Report to: PBL Junior High and High School Principals and Superintendent

How to Apply

www.pblunit10.com/job vacancy

 

How to Apply: email or mail cover letter, resume, and three letters of recommendation to:  ebohm@pblpanthers.org 

Eric Bohm - Incoming Superintendent, P.O. Box 50, 700 W. Orleans, Paxton, IL 60957

Job Posting Date

3/16/2026

Start Date

7/1/2026

Email for More Information

ateske@pblpanthers.org