AD/Head Six-man Football/All Level PE (PK-12)

Needed for the 2025-2026 school year at Covington ISD in Covington, TX: A full-time Athletic Director/Head six-man football coach who holds a valid Texas Teaching Certificate in all levels of P.E. (PK-12) and must have a current Bus Driver Certification and CDL or willing to obtain by July 21, 2025. This is for a contract position that begins July 1, 2025 on a 12-month basis with a $7,500 Athletic Director stipend. Salaries are determined by means of a board adopted 31 step pay scale with additional stipends for teacher shortages. You may access the teacher pay scale on our website at www.covingtonisd.org. Please complete the Professional Employment Application on our website located under “Departments”, “Employment”, and “Professional Applicants”. Then email your application and resume’ along with any other documentation to Superintendent Heskett at chris.heskett@covingtonisd.org. Please include a current virtual copy of your teaching certification from SBEC that can be found on TEA’s website at Certificate Lookup. Covington is located 45 miles north of Waco on Highway 171 between Hillsboro and Cleburne. Job Description The following describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to these job openings and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. Education/Certification: Bachelor’s degree Valid Texas teaching certificate – All Levels PE (PK-12 Current CPR & First Aid Certification Clear and valid Texas commercial driver’s license (CDL) with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements Clear Medical Certification required to maintain a Texas CDL and bus driver certification Special Knowledge/Skills: Knowledge of overall operations of an athletic program Knowledge of coaching techniques and procedures Knowledge of federal, state, and UIL policies governing athletics Ability to instruct and supervise student athletes Ability to pass U.S. Department of Transportation alcohol and drug tests and annual physical Ability to implement policy and procedures Ability to interpret data Ability to manage budget and personnel Excellent public relations, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills Ability to speak effectively before groups of students, parents, and staff Experience: Teaching and coaching experience preferred Major Responsibilities and Duties: Program Planning and Instruction 1.Establish performance criteria for competition and manage athletic activities, contests, and practice sessions to promote individual growth in athletic skills, teamwork, and good sportsmanship. Model performance criteria and perform physical movements required for successful student performance of sport. 2.Maintain an active program that promotes good sportsmanship and student development including the time, resources, and materials to support accomplishment of department goals. 3.Establish and maintain physical and academic eligibility requirements for participation in each sport, and verify each athlete’s eligibility. 4.Use a variety of instructional and coaching techniques to meet the needs and improve the abilities of student athletes in the sport of football. 5.Take all necessary precautions to protect student athletes, equipment, materials, and facilities. 6.Work with other members of school staff to plan and implement instructional goals and objectives to ensure the overall educational development of student athletics. 7.Obtain and use evaluative findings (including student achievement data) to gauge athletic program effectiveness and ensure that program renewal is continuous and responsive to student needs. Athletic Events 8.Manage district athletic operations including directing ticket sales, employing game officials, and ensuring preparation of facilities. 9.Prepare and approve all interscholastic game schedules. 10.Arrange transportation, lodging, and meals for out-of-town athletic events. Drive bus to transport students to out-of-district competitions. Student Management 11.Implement district student management policies, communicate expected student behavior related to athletics, and ensure enforcement of student discipline in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook. 12.Accompany and supervise student athletes during football games both at-home and on out-of-town trips. 13.Instruct and advise students on National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) regulations with regard to academic requirements for scholarships and recruiting practices. Communication 14.Establish and maintain open lines of communication on vital issues with parents, students, and teachers. Administration, Budget and Inventory 15.Implement the policies established by federal law, state law, State Board of Education rule, UIL rules, and local board policy in area of athletics. 16.Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required. 17.Develop and administer budget based on documented needs and ensure that operations are cost effective and funds are managed wisely. 18.Oversee the process of cleaning, repairing, and storing of all athletic equipment including maintaining a current inventory of supplies, equipment, and fixed assets and recommending disposal and replacement of equipment. 19.Coordinate the use of all athletic facilities by non-school groups. 20.Plan, organize, and oversee all activities including practices, special events, and tournaments. Personnel Management 21.Prepare, review, and revise job descriptions for athletic department. 22.Recruit, select, train, supervise, and evaluate all athletic department personnel and make recommendations relative to assignment, transfer, retention, discipline, and dismissal. 23.Develop training options and/or improvement plans for employees to ensure exemplary operation in area of athletics. Community Relations 24.Articulate the district’s mission and goals in the area of athletics to the community and solicit its support in realizing the mission. 25.Demonstrate awareness of district and community needs, initiate activities to meet those needs, and use appropriate and effective techniques to encourage community and parent involvement. 26.Support athletic booster club activities. Supervisory Responsibilities: Supervise, evaluate, and recommend the hiring of coaches and support staff. * Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Tools/Equipment Used: Athletic equipment, standard office equipment including computer and peripherals and other instructional equipment; automated external defibrillator (AED); school bus, lawn mower, edger, and weed eater. Posture:Sitting; prolonged standing; occasional kneeling, squatting, bending, stooping Motion:Frequent walking; repetitive hand motions, frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; frequent physical movements associated with sport; moderate grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension and reaching Lifting:Frequently light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); occasional moderate lifting and carrying (15-44 pounds) Environment:Frequent districtwide and statewide travel Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; frequent prolonged and irregular hours *To meet the executive exemption test, the primary duty must be management and the employee must supervise at least two full-time employees.

Salary : $39,900 - $76,194