Job Description

Position: Knowledge of or experience in the organization and administration of special education athletic programs and activities.

JOB GOAL To provide every student with an opportunity to participate in co-curricular athletics and clubs/activities that will foster physical skills, a sense of belonging, worth and competence; opportunities for friendship, and the principles of fair play and sportsmanship. Additionally, serves as the All-Abilities Week Coordinator for elementary buildings.

Essential Functions:

1. Organize and administer All Abilities Week for elementary buildings
2. Maintain a directory and calendar of available clubs and activities.
3. Contribute to the Monthly Inside Track with updates on the inclusive events and celebrations.
4. Promote inclusivity within all district clubs and activities through regular conversations with coaches and sponsors regarding inclusion and accessibility.
5. Meet regularly with the Student Services Director.
6. Work with principals at each school to determine best options for inclusive and accessible opportunities within clubs, activities and athletics.
7. Work with Director of Student Services to ensure all necessary supplies, staffing and equipment to support inclusion in clubs and activities
8. Conduct coaches/sponsor meetings as needed to communicate throughout the year.
9. Contact District Communications Coordinator regarding the website content to ensure timely and accurate information

Skills: Organization, time management, communication skills, positive behavioral management techniques, task analysis (ability to break down larger tasks/skills into teachable steps), sports knowledge and coaching techniques.

Calendar: Winter & Spring

Hours Per Week: Regular school year. As many hours as needed to complete performance responsibilities.

Salary and Benefits: $2,000.00 annually

Application Procedure: Applications are considered complete when all required materials are submitted including the following: 1) an on-line application for this position, 2) a letter of interest in this position, 3) unofficial copies of all college and/or university transcripts, 4) three (3) recent letters of recommendation from past or current employment related to this position and 5) a copy of your current resume. CCSD89 uses an on-line application that is available at http://www.ccsd89.org/ All required documents should be electronically attached to your application. Internal candidates do not need to complete the on-line application or submit the documents required of all other applicants for this position.