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Athletic Director

Cuyahoga Valley Christian Academy, Mission, KS, United States


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

Excellent planning skills

Well organized

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.

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