High School Athletic Director

Thrive Academy; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Thrive Academy in Baton Rouge, LA is seeking a High School Athletic Director and Teacher. The role combines athletic program leadership with classroom teaching responsibilities across grades 7-12.

This full-time position offers a competitive salary and a pathway to advance school athletic initiatives. You will oversee coaching staff, scheduling, budgets, safety protocols, and compliance with LHSAA regulations while coordinating curricula and instruction to support student-athletes’ academic

Qualifications

• Has a bachelor’s degree and is working toward subject-area teaching certification.
• Has at least two years of successful classroom experience with a Title I school.
• Uses data to inform decisions and is achievement driven.
• Has demonstrated mastery of lesson and long-term planning.
• Has outstanding behavior management and investment system.
• Has demonstrated mastery in time-management skills.
• Has exceptional problem-solving skills and values feedback.
• Has knowledge of the Common Core.
• Fosters relational capacity among staff, parents and students.
• Proven ability to head an athletic department and comply with LHSAA requirements

Responsibilities

• Oversee athletic programs, including coaching staff, scheduling and budgets.
• Recruit, supervise and evaluate coaching staff and athletic personnel.
• Oversee facilities and equipment maintenance.
• Manage athletic contracts with purchasing and ensure safety protocols.
• Represent the athletic department and submit required reports.
• Oversee scheduling of games, practices and events.

Skills

Leadership

Data-driven instruction

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Teaching certification in progress

Job description

High School Athletic Director

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Job Details

Job ID: 5959814

Application Deadline: Dec 31, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted: Oct 14, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Thrive Academy is one of the first boarding schools in the country serving at-risk students. Our mission is to provide opportunities to students from under-resourced Louisiana communities and prepare them academically and personally for success in college and beyond. Serving grades seven through twelve, Thrive Academy combines world-class instruction with a 24-hour supportive boarding environment – a free public boarding school unlike any other in Louisiana.

Position Information

Job Title: Teacher / Athletic Director

Type: Full Time

Salary: $55,117 - $80,000 (Base teacher pay scale range – excludes athletic stipends)

Responsibilities

Athletic Director

• Responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of the school’s athletic programs including, but not limited to: Coaching Staff; Scheduling; Budgets; Compliance with Louisiana High School Athletic Association (LHSAA) rules
• Recruit, supervise and evaluate coaching staff and other athletic personnel
• Oversee maintenance of athletic facilities and equipment in good working order
• Facilitate and oversee athletic based contracts with the purchasing department (e.g. facility rentals, referee payments)
• Create and implement safety protocols to ensure well-being of student athletes
• Represent the athletic department and the school in a positive and professional manner
• Complete and submit required reports to school administration and the LHSAA
• Manage the athletic department budget in conjunction with the CFO and Foundation
• Oversee scheduling of games, practices, and athletic events

Health, Safety and Compliance

• Administer the LHSAA concussion protocol, including recognizing suspected concussions in the absence of a healthcare professional and ensuring no student-athlete returns to play without written clearance from a Louisiana-licensed physician
• Maintain required LHSAA safety documentation (medical evaluations, parental permission forms, concussion and sudden cardiac arrest acknowledgements, substance abuse contracts) for all student-athletes
• Verify and track current CPR/First Aid, concussion, and other required safety certifications for all coaching staff, including assistant and volunteer coaches
• Ensure background checks and mandatory reporter training are completed for all athletic personnel
• Maintain an Emergency Action Plan for all athletic facilities and events, and enforce a lightning/severe weather policy for outdoor practices and competitions
• Oversee equipment inspection and reconditioning (e.g., NOCSAE helmet standards) on a regular safety cycle

Eligibility and Compliance

• Monitor student-athlete academic eligibility in coordination with teaching staff
• Verify residency and transfer eligibility in accordance with LHSAA regulations
• Support NCAA Eligibility Center requirements for college-bound student-athletes, including transcripts, core courses, and letters of intent
• Ensure Title IX compliance and equitable participation opportunities, facilities, and equipment across all sports

Game-Day and Facility Operations

• Coordinate transportation for away games, scrimmages, and athletic events
• Oversee game-day operations, including security, ticket sales, and concessions
• Administer student athletic accident insurance enrollment

Head Coach

• Acts as head coach for an assigned sport, including recruiting student-athletes, coordinating practices and plays, and coaching home and away games

Teacher

• Teaches physical education and/or other needed electives (e.g. financial awareness)
• Adheres to all Thrive Academy teaching principles and requirements

Curriculum and Instruction

• Crafting a classroom vision and creating an academic long-term plan for instruction.
• Planning and executing curriculum, lessons, and learning objectives aligned to state standards.
• Providing differentiated instruction to meet the needs of all learners.
• Providing direct instruction and small group instruction in centers.
• Developing instructional materials
• Coordinating with the Special Education Instructor to meet IEP goals.
• Recording grades, reporting attendance and completing report cards.

Data Analysis and Achievement

• With support from the school leader, provide data driven instruction.
• Assessing mastery through exit slips, quizzes, and unit tests aligned to the GLEs.
• Holding weekly data meetings focused on student needs and instructional improvement.

School Culture and Parent Engagement

• Providing regular parent feedback through quarterly conferences, monthly calls, progress reports, and report cards.
• Investing students in learning and in the culture of the school.
• Promoting character development and a positive classroom culture rooted in Endurance, Compassion, Ownership, and Partnership.
• Effectively working on a team.
• Taking on leadership responsibilities within the school.
• Following student and staff discipline policies and handbooks.
• Committed to professional growth through ongoing feedback and development.

Thrive Academy Teachers embrace the following beliefs:

Endurance – I am determined to be an effective teacher, and I will always work hard in all things regardless of how difficult it might become.

Compassion – Through the collective work and example of teachers, parents, and administrators, Thrive Academy students will involve themselves within their community by planning and participating in extensive community involvement projects throughout their time at Thrive Academy.

Partnership – I understand that I am a partner to Thrive Academy, its mission, students and fellow teachers; I will always support that partnership and vision.

Ownership – I will always operate with the utmost integrity and will strive to model for my students what it means to take ownership of my actions.

Qualifications

• Has a bachelor’s degree and is working toward subject-area teaching certification.
• Has at least two years of successful classroom experience with a Title I school. (this qualification may be waived in times of staffing need as determined by the Principal)
• Uses data to inform decisions and is achievement driven.
• Has demonstrated mastery of lesson and long-term planning.
• Has outstanding behavior management and investment system.
• Has demonstrated mastery in time-management skills.
• Has exceptional problem-solving skills and values feedback.
• Has knowledge of the Common Core.
• Fosters relational capacity among staff, parents and students.
• Proven ability to head an athletic department and comply with LHSAA requirements

Accountability: This position is accountable to the Principal.

Thrive Academy is designated as a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials. For those seeking such accommodations or assistance related to this search, we encourage you to contact the school at 225-367-6855 and ask for the HR department.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $55,117 to $80,000 Per Year

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required