Athletic Director

Carney, Sandoe & Associates , an educational recruitment organization partnered with The International School of San Francisco , a bilingual, multicultural PK2–12 independent school, to find their next Upper School Athletic Director in San Francisco, CA , with a start date of July 2026.

School Overview :

The International School of San Francisco is a bilingual, multicultural PK2-12 learning environment where students learn to navigate the complexities of the world with confidence, empathy, and joy.

Mission :

Guided by the principles of academic rigor and diversity, The International School of San Francisco offers programs of study in French and English to prepare its graduates for a world in which the ability to think critically and to communicate across cultures is of paramount importance. Our international community brings together people from many backgrounds. Together we strive to create a shared culture that develops compassionate, confident, and principled people who will make the world better. We base our community on these values : Respect, Integrity, Inclusion, Collaboration, and Curiosity.

Opportunity :

Working at The International School of San Francisco opens up a myriad of opportunities – both personal and professional. Critical to our Strategic Plan in creating a proud, engaged community; we appreciate our faculty and staff by fostering a community of ongoing learning, respect, and collegiality and by providing competitive compensation and benefits. It is also of paramount importance to us that we continue to foster an environment of diversity, equity, and inclusion as we build a school community of individuals who are an actual representation of the world in which we live.

Position Description :

The High School Athletic Director (Grades 9-12) works in conjunction with the Middle School Athletic Director in the operation of the Grades 4-12 athletic program. This position will work with the Middle School Athletic Director and school administration to implement the athletic policies and programs of the school. They will coordinate all sporting events and ensure they are conducted with concern for the safety of student-athletes and spectators. In addition, the Athletic Coordinator enforces all California Interscholastic Federation, North Coast Section, Bay Area Conference, Bay Area Interscholastic Athletic League policies relating to conduct of athletics and participation in athletics.

Primary Responsibilities :

General Communication :

• Compose, edit, proof, and plan for the distribution of High School Athletic communications via the Athletics website, sports publications, and informational emails to students, coaches, families, faculty, administration, security, and outside school personnel, liaising closely with the school’s Director of Communications as needed in the process.
• Maintain positive relationships and ensure timely, accurate communication with students, families colleagues, officials, and league correspondents.
• Communicate and liaise effectively with High School and school-wide leadership.

Scheduling & Transportation Coordination :

Gym & Home-Game / Event Management :

Roster Updates & Eligibility :

Budget :

Supervision & Hiring :

Uniforms & Team Gear :

Other Duties & Responsibilities :

Qualifications :

About CS&A :

Our free job placement service connects educators with independent and private schools that align with their specific needs and qualifications. By getting to know each candidate personally, we match them with the right opportunities—saving time and ensuring the best match. Our mission is to help educators find roles where they can truly thrive. We have positions nationwide and internationally.

Potential Benefits : Compensation and benefit packages are competitive but will differ by school and will typically depend on geographic location, your experience, and your level of degree.

💵 Competitive pay

🧠 Professional Development Opportunities

✏️ Classroom Resources

🏥 Medical, dental and vision insurance

😃 401(k) plan – Employer match

⛱️ Paid holidays, vacation and personal time

🏠 Housing (boarding schools only)

Carney Sandoe does not discriminate on the basis of physical handicap, sex, race, creed, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national or ethnic origin in administration of its services, consulting, events, professional development, or other programs.