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Athletic Director

Duties

Virginia CUSD 64 is seeking an Athletic Director for the 2026–27 school year. This position provides leadership and coordination for all athletic and co-curricular programs for students in grades 5–12. Working closely with coaches, sponsors, and administrators, the Athletic Director ensures a safe, organized, and competitive environment that promotes student growth, sportsmanship, and school pride.

The ideal candidate demonstrates strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills, and is committed to supporting student-athletes’ academic and personal success. Candidates should hold a valid Illinois teaching certificate and have experience or coursework in athletic, physical education, or co-curricular program administration.

Virginia Jr-Sr High School participates in a cooperative sports agreement with Triopia and Meredosia School Districts, requiring collaboration and coordination across partner schools.

As Athletic Director, this position ensures:

  • Compliance with IESA/IHSA rules and expectations.

  • Consistent supervision in partnership with the administrative team of athletic contests and programs.

  • Timely completion of eligibility reporting, coaching evaluations, and required documentation.

  • Annual training and certification compliance for all coaches.

  • Strong partnerships with officials, booster organizations, and community stakeholders.

 

  • Managing practice and game schedules. 

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will hold a valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) or have equivalent experience in athletic administration, education, or leadership. Experience in organizing and supervising athletic or co-curricular programs is preferred.

Salary/Benefits

This is a stipend position with compensation set at $5,279.15 for the 2026–27 school year.

Additional Notes

Current teaching positions are available within the district that may be paired with this position:

JH Mathematics Teacher

HS English Teacher

 

How to Apply

Applicants interested in the posted positions will need to submit the following documentation to Mekelle Neathery at mneathery@virginia64.com:

Email Address

mneathery@virginia64.com

Job Posting Date

3/19/2026

Application Deadline

4/18/2026

Start Date

7/1/2026