*Work hours will frequently be flexed to support department needs. This includes a daily 8-hour shift between 8am-9pm Monday through Friday as needed, in addition to some weekend hours.

Job Summary

The Assistant Athletic Director & Physical Education Teacher is a dual-role position that supports the Athletic Director in the daily operation, supervision, and advancement of the school’s PreK–12 athletic programs while also serving as a Physical Education teacher. This role plays a critical part in ensuring strong athletic operations, regulatory compliance, and a positive student-athlete experience, while delivering high-quality, developmentally appropriate physical education instruction that promotes lifelong wellness, movement, and character development.

This position requires a collaborative, organized, and student-centered professional who is comfortable balancing leadership, operational support, and teaching responsibilities.

Duties & Responsibilities

Athletic Administration

• Assists the Athletic Director in planning, scheduling, and supervising athletic events and practices across grades PreK–12
• Coordinates transportation, officials, facilities, and game-day logistics for home and away contests
• Assists with compliance of athletic league, conference, and state athletic association regulations
• Serves as a liaison between coaches, students, families, faculty, and administration
• Supports the athletic director with hiring, onboarding, training, and evaluation of coaches
• Assists with budgeting, purchasing, and inventory of athletic equipment and uniforms
• Oversees maintenance and organization of athletic facilities and storage areas
• Promotes sportsmanship, leadership, accountability, and character development
• Monitors practices and contests
• Supports social media, communication, and promotion of athletic events
• Assists with special events such as tournaments, awards banquets, youth camps, and community events
• Assists with the administrative and operational duties for youth sports programming

Physical Education Instruction

• Designs and delivers developmentally appropriate Physical Education curriculum
• Teaches foundational movement skills, fitness concepts, and team/individual sports
• Creates an inclusive learning environment emphasizing effort, confidence, and growth
• Differentiates instruction to meet diverse abilities and developmental stages
• Maintains a safe and organized PE environment
• Collaborates with faculty on school-wide wellness and character initiatives
• Tracks student progress and communicates with families as appropriate
• Assists with coaching and extracurricular athletics as assigned

Required Skills & Abilities

• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously
• Understanding of PreK–12 athletic programming and physical development
• Effective classroom and behavior management skills
• Collaborative, flexible, and solution-oriented mindset

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education, Sports Management, Kinesiology, or related field
• Valid Ohio teaching license in Physical Education preferred
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in coaching, physical education, or athletic administration
• CPR, First Aid, and AED certification
• Coaching experience required

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, run, and supervise activities for extended periods
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions

• Visual and auditory ability to respond to emergencies and ensure student safety at all times

We welcome all candidates to apply at www.wellington.org by February 6, 2026.

All candidates should include:

• Cover Letter
• Resume

About wellington.org

We believe every person plays a role in making Wellington a diverse, equitable, and inclusive place to learn, teach, and work. We seek to attract culturally and academically diverse faculty and staff who thrive on being engaged participants in our vibrant, innovative educational community. We embrace diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age, or national or ethnic origin in the administration of our admission policies, financial aid, or employment.

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