Athletic Director

JOB TITLE:
Athletic Director

DEPARTMENT:
Administration

JOB STATUS:
Full Time

EFFECTIVE DATE:
June 1, 2026

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Biblical Principles and Expectations:

All employees proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ through their employment, thereby furthering CVCA’s mission to Educate and Cultivate Servants for Christ.

Ministry Overview:

Cuyahoga Valley Christian Academy is a non-profit ministry dedicated to Educating and Cultivating Servants for Christ. We are a middle and senior high school committed to high academic standards. Our biblically integrated, college-preparatory curriculum is delivered by a dedicated staff of Christian professionals committed to teaching from a biblical worldview and philosophy. We are committed to providing our students with experiences that will foster in them a servant’s heart, including extra-curricular activities, inter-scholastic athletics, music, theater, short-term mission trips, and numerous service opportunities. CVCA aims to create a Christian school community characterized by transforming relationships that produce a lived-out faith in the lives of our students, faculty, and staff.

Ministry Requirements:

  • Maintains a personal, active relationship with Jesus Christ and is a consistent witness for Jesus Christ
  • Faithfully upholds CVCA in prayer
  • Participates in Chapel as schedule permits
  • Demonstrates behavior aligned with CVCA’s Mission Statement, Statement of Faith, Core Values, policies, and expectations
  • Effectively represents Jesus Christ to those within both personal and professional spheres of influence

Job Summary:

Partnering closely with the school administration, the Athletic Director serves as the strategic vision of CVCA’s athletic program. This leadership role drives every operational pillar – meticulous scheduling, financial management, and the recruitment of high-caliber staff. Beyond administration, the AD acts as a “leader of leaders,” ensuring every coach receives the professional development, evaluation, and mentorship needed to thrive. Committed to excellence, they guarantee that all programs not only meet state standards but also vibrantly reflect the school’s core mission.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Ensure all athletic programs are in line with the athletic mission and support the mission of the school
  • Recruit, hire, and develop highly qualified teachers and coaches
  • Lead all conflict resolution that may arise between parents, coaches, and/or student-athletes with empathy that reflects our spiritual and professional standards that align with the school’s mission
  • Create the Athletic Department budget and allocate funds for each sport, including ordering equipment, uniforms, and supplies
  • Oversee the professional development of coaches in supporting them professionally and spiritually
  • Oversee the scheduling of contests and officials
  • Ensure that all athletic events are fully supported with appropriate game management staff
  • Provide leadership, oversight, evaluation, and professional development over the Athletic Office staff
  • Manage marketing for the Athletic Programs in conjunction with the Communications Department
  • Assist in the annual onboarding process for all coaches
  • Develop, implement, and maintain the Coaches’ Handbook and Athletic Handbook
  • Responsible for full compliance with NCC conference and OHSAA rules and regulations
  • Responsible representative for all NCC and OHSAA meetings and events
  • Help raise funds to meet the growing athletic needs, including the activation and growth of the Booster Club
  • Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Commitment to Christ-honoring excellence
  • Understanding of a Christian, athletic culture
  • Conviction about the importance of Christian athletics
  • Ability to manage conflict in a Christ-honoring manner
  • Ability to administer biblical discipline
  • Ability to relationally connect with students
  • Operates with a sense of urgency
  • Understands the importance of a team environment and has the ability to build it
  • Christ-like integrity
  • Excellent planning skills
  • Well organized
  • Humble Leadership
  • Ability to develop a good rapport with students, parents, and coaches
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Multi-tasking
  • Problem solving
  • Self-awareness and high emotional intelligence
  • The ability to relationally connect with students
  • Proficient in Google Suite (e.g., calendar, docs, forms, sheets, etc.), Microsoft Office, e-mail, internet, and other relevant software; ability to operate standard office equipment

Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in education or administrative leadership
  • Teaching Certificate
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in Christian education
  • Coaching experience

Working Conditions and Physical Demands:

  • Work is typically performed in a conventional office environment
  • Occasional travel may be required
  • Extended work hours are required

About CVCA:

Cuyahoga Valley Christian Academy, founded in 1968, is a private, college-preparatory, non-denominational Christian middle and high school that seeks to Educate and Cultivate Servants for Christ. Students meet rigorous admissions standards both academically and spiritually. CVCA’s 1,170 students, of whom 20% represent minority populations, come from a nine-county area. Our facilities include state-of-the-art technology, seven science labs, Innovation Lab, a 31,000 square-foot fieldhouse and competition gymnasium, a 600-seat chapel/auditorium, and 70 acres of sports facilities, including a turf stadium and all-weather track. CVCA is fully committed to maintaining an ethnically/culturally diverse faculty and student body within a biblical community.