Qualifications
The Cobra Extracurricular Co-op Athletic Director provides administrative leadership in planning, implementing, coordination, supervision, and evaluation of interscholastic athletic programs for the two members of the co-op (Lostant Grade School & Tonica Grade School). The Athletic Director promotes extracurricular activities that fosters skill development, understanding of sports, and appreciation for a variety of athletic activities and programs, teaming, and sportsmanship for students and adults.
Additional Notes
Qualifications:
1. Experience as an athletic director or head coach, preferred but not necessary.
2. First aid and CPR certification or eligibility for certification.
3. A desire to promote the athletic programs at both schools.
4. Illinois teaching PEL preferred but not necessary.
Knowledge: Middle School Athletics, IESA rules, and School District Policy.
Skills: Requires demonstration of strong leadership skills to work as part of an administrative team across two school districts, promote and support student activities as well as staff needs, problem solving skills to support student success, service-related people skills, strong verbal and written communication skills, organization skills to balance demands of a multi-tasking position, and technology skills in the areas of office software, student database systems, and office equipment operation.
Abilities: Requires excellent attention to detail and follow through to meet interscholastic athletic responsibilities, significant confidential responsibilities due to student and staff issues, and fiscal responsibilities in the areas of school budget.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to klobucherc@lostantcomets.org and tmalcolm@tonicagradeschool.org by April 10, 2026.