The Director of Athletics & Activities provides visionary leadership and operational oversight for ISC’s athletics, co-curricular activities, and programs that support student engagement, well-being, and growth beyond the classroom. Aligned with ISC’s mission of “Everyone Learning Everywhere” and vision of “Teaching for the Future,” this role promotes meaningful participation, social-emotional development, collaboration, global citizenship, character growth, and inclusive excellence through athletics and activities.

Program Vision & Leadership 

• Develop and implement a strategic vision for ISC athletics and activities rooted in the school’s mission (Everyone Learning Everywhere) and progressive learning philosophy.
• Ensure that athletic teams, clubs, and co-curricular programs contribute to student learning, character development, well-being, collaborative engagement, and global citizenship.
• Advocate for athletics and activities as essential components of holistic education that support communication, critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, character, and citizenship.
• Foster an environment of robust student growth by encouraging innovation, creativity, and evidence-based practices.
• Promote a culture of inclusion, sportsmanship, ethical competition, and lifelong engagement in physical activity and the arts.

Athletics Program Leadership & Operations

• Provide overall guidance and direction for ISC’s athletics program across all divisions (ECC–HS).
• Promote a culture of respect, inclusion, and empathy within the school community.
• Appoint, supervise, support, and evaluate coaches and athletics support staff in alignment with program goals and ISC values.
• Coordinate athletic schedules, practices, games, tournaments, and festivals in collaboration with coaches, divisional leadership, leagues, and conferences.
• Represent ISC by serving on relevant boards and associations, including the Association of American Schools in Brazil (AASB) and the South American Activities Conference (SAAC).
• Oversee the organization and supervision of all local and international competitions, including post-season play.
• Manage athletic facilities usage, ensuring fair and effective allocation of fields, courts, gyms, and weight rooms.
• Establish and enforce safety standards, supervision practices, and risk management protocols for all after-school athletics.
• Oversee local and international travel for student-athletes, including logistics, supervision, and safeguarding.
• Organize and supervise the hosting of visiting teams and athletes.
• Serve as advisor and mentor to the Wildcat Athletic Council (WAC) and other student-led athletic leadership groups.

Activities & After-School Programs

• Lead and coordinate a comprehensive after-school activities program for ECC, Elementary, Middle School, and High School students, in consultation with Divisional Principals.
• Evaluate athletics and activities programs annually and implement improvements based on student engagement, learning outcomes, and community feedback.
• Recruit, supervise, and evaluate after-school activities staff and faculty sponsors.
• Develop, update, and maintain Athletics and After-School Activities handbooks.
• Maintain annual records of faculty activity sponsors and program participation.
• Oversee and regularly review ISC’s athletics and activities stipend matrix.
• Work closely with the HR Department to ensure accurate allocation of stipends and activity-related contracts.

Student Trips & Experiential Learning

• Lead and help coordinate Classrooms Without Walls (CWW) experiential education trips in collaboration with Divisional Principals.
• Appoint, supervise, and evaluate CWW Trip Coordinators.
• Organize and support regional and international trips for athletics and fine arts programs, including AMISA and SAAC Fine Arts Festivals.
• Coordinate overnight field trips in collaboration with divisional leadership and grade-level coordinators.

Student Support, Eligibility & Well-being

• Work closely with Divisional Principals to ensure student-athletes meet academic eligibility requirements.
• Monitor student participation to promote balance between academics, well-being, and co-curricular commitments.
• Mediate concerns or disputes involving students, coaches, and activity leaders with a restorative and student-centered approach.
• Maintain clear reporting on team performance, participation, achievements, and areas for growth.

Budget, Resources & Administration

• Plan, manage, and monitor the Athletics & Activities Department budget, including equipment, uniforms, travel, officials, and facility upkeep.
• Collaborate with the Advancement Office on Lei de Incentivo initiatives and other development opportunities.
• Liaise with the Facilities Department to ensure safe, efficient, and well-maintained athletic and activity spaces.
• Establish, implement, and develop a Wildcat Wellness Program that promotes well-being and healthy lifestyles within ISC’s adult community.
• Coordinate and oversee after-school facility usage.
• Ensure effective use of ISC’s school-wide registration platform (e.g., SchoolsBuddy), maintaining accurate records and clear communication with families.

• Bachelor’s degree required in Physical Education; Master’s degree in Education, Sports Management, or related field preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in athletics and/or activities within an international or K–12 school setting.

• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of student safeguarding, health and safety, and risk management.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and collaboration.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multicultural, multilingual environment.
• Cultural competence and a global mindset.

The International School of Curitiba (ISC) is a non-profit international school dedicated to excellence in learning and community. We are an internationally-minded community of students, families, educators, and staff engaged in lifelong learning. At ISC, we value meaningful learning beyond memorization. We prepare students for the future by developing the ISCs: communication, collaboration, creativity, critical thinking, character, and citizenship. Our curriculum integrates research-based practices and is accredited both nationally and internationally. Teachers and staff at ISC work in a multicultural, inclusive environment where diverse perspectives enrich learning and everyone learns from one another.