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Evana Santee

PXU HS District - Cactus Canyon
Hackensack,NJ
Evana Santee

Work Preference

Desired Job Title

PrincipalAssistant PrincipalAthletic DirectorAdjunct ProfessorAdvisor

Work Type

Full TimePart Time

Location Preference

On-SiteRemoteHybrid

Location:

Hackensack, NJNew York, NY

Open to relocation:

Yes

Important To Me

Healthcare benefitsCompany CulturePaid time offPaid sick leave401k match
1
Certification
8
years of professional experience

Dynamic Athletic Director and educational leader experienced with overseeing comprehensive athletic and academic programs in diverse school environments, including program management, team leadership, and strategic planning. Utilizes these skills to enhance athlete performance and ensure program and academic success. Track record of creating positive sports environments and aligning athletic goals with institutional objectives.

Work History

Athletic Director / Asst. Principal

1 Year 11 Months
PXU HS District - Cactus Canyon | 07.2024 - Current
  • Direct all athletic department operations, including budgeting, scheduling, fundraising, compliance, media relations, game-day management, and facility oversight.
  • Lead recruitment, training, supervision, and evaluation of coaches and staff while ensuring compliance with district, Title IX, and AIA regulations.
  • Led athletic programs, enhancing student engagement and participation through strategic planning.
  • Oversee student-athlete academic support, health and safety initiatives, and campus operations while supervising 40+ instructional and support staff members.
  • Maintain student discipline with proactive policies and strict rule enforcement.
  • Led development and implementation of school improvement plans to enhance student performance.
  • Collaborated with teachers to align curriculum with educational standards and best practices.

Principal

1 Year 11 Months
Bella Vista College Preparatory School | 07.2022 - 06.2024
  • Directed daily school operations, including curriculum implementation, staff supervision, scheduling, student discipline, and facility management.
  • Led instructional improvement initiatives through strategic planning, teacher evaluations, professional development, and data-driven decision-making.
  • Oversaw student-athlete academic success and NCAA eligibility requirements while managing budgets and community partnerships.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with parents and community stakeholders, improving school-community collaboration.
  • Developed and implemented strategic educational programs to enhance student engagement and academic performance.
  • Led faculty in curriculum design and instructional strategies to ensure alignment with school's mission and goals.

Athletic Director / Asst. Principal

3 Years 10 Months
PXU HS District - Central | 07.2018 - 05.2022
  • Oversaw athletic department operations, student-athlete support services, compliance, event coordination, and staff supervision.
  • Managed multi-million-dollar athletic facility improvement projects, including turf field and track renovations.
  • Oversaw campus transportation, graduation, facility operations/rentals, and school-wide programming.
  • Supervised and evaluated over 40 teaching and support staff through instructional leadership and professional development.
  • Implemented school-wide behavioral interventions, fostering a positive school climate and reducing disciplinary incidents.
  • Collaborated with academic teams to develop curriculum aligned with state standards, improving student learning outcomes.

Education

Online Graduate Certificate - Fundamentals of Global Sports Management

NYU | New York | 01-2020

Master of Science - Educational Administration and Supervision

Johns Hopkins University | Baltimore | 05-2008

Summa Cum Laude

Master of Arts - Communications And Elementary Education

William Paterson University | Wayne, NJ

Skills

Creative Vision
Athletic and educational program development
Compliance and eligibility oversight
Community engagement
Staff leadership and evaluation
Facility and event management
Technology and social media management
Budget management and fundraising
Strategic communication and public speaking

Accomplishments

  • 2026 — 6A Metro Region Athletic Director of the Year
  • March 2026 -District Leader of the Month
  • 2020 — 5A Metro Region Athletic Director of the Year

Affiliations

  • AIAAA
  • NIAAA
  • LISTO
  • WeCoach
  • NOMAD
  • Global Community of Women in Sports

Certification

  • Certified Athletic Administrator (CAA)
  • Standard Professional Principal Certificate (PreK–12)
  • ISSA Certified Nutritionist/Personal Trainer (in progress)

COACHING EXPERIENCE

Girls' & Boys' Basketball Coach, Arizona & New Jersey, 2009–2019, Experience includes varsity girls' basketball, boys' basketball, club basketball, and youth summer camp leadership.

Timeline

Athletic Director / Asst. Principal

PXU HS District - Cactus Canyon
07.2024 - CurrentRead More

Principal

Bella Vista College Preparatory School
07.2022 - 06.2024Read More

Athletic Director / Asst. Principal

PXU HS District - Central
07.2018 - 05.2022Read More

NYU

Online Graduate Certificate from Fundamentals of Global Sports Management
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Johns Hopkins University

Master of Science from Educational Administration and Supervision
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William Paterson University

Master of Arts from Communications And Elementary Education
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Evana Santee