Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Certification
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Ken Clinton

Ontario,WI

Summary

Dynamic Athletic Director with a proven track record at Brookwood High School, excelling in athletic program development and compliance monitoring. Expert in scheduling coordination and fostering student-athlete welfare, I successfully organized numerous events, enhancing community engagement and promoting sportsmanship.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Athletic Director

Brookwood High School
07.2003 - 07.2025
  • Oversaw recruitment, training, and evaluation of coaching staff to ensure high performance.
  • Developed and implemented athletic programs aligned with school mission and student interests.
  • Established safety protocols and compliance measures for athletic events and activities.
  • Coordinated scheduling of practices, games, and tournaments to maximize facility utilization.
  • Promoted student-athlete academic success.
  • Arranged transportation for athletes to participate in away games, tournaments and other events.
  • Ordered equipment for all sports and kept records on athletic equipment inventory.
  • Maintained accurate records of athlete eligibility requirements.
  • Supervised student grades for eligibility requirements and collected paperwork for annual physicals.
  • Mentored coaches on best practices in leadership, communication, and sportsmanship.
  • Recruited and interviewed individuals for coaching jobs and other athletic department staff positions.
  • Organized successful sporting events such as tournaments, meets, and league games.
  • Championed the importance of sportsmanship, ethical behavior, and personal responsibility both on and off the field, setting a strong example for athletes to follow.
  • Boosted fundraising efforts for athletic department.
  • Established strong working relationships with parents through regular communication.
  • Coordinated with local media outlets to promote school''s athletic successes, increasing visibility within the community.
  • Oversaw design and renovation of sports facilities, meeting needs of all stakeholders.
  • Collaborated with alumni and donors to secure funding for scholarships and athletic projects.
  • Developed and enforced academic eligibility standards to promote student-athlete success in both sports and academics.

Teacher - Grades 4-5-6

NOW Elementary
08.1989 - 06.2022
  • Facilitated a positive learning environment that encouraged student participation and collaboration.
  • Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
  • Organized school-wide events promoting community involvement.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
  • Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.

Education

Master of Arts - Education Administration

Viterbo University
La Crosse, WI
01-2008

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

UW - LaCrosse
La Crosse, WI
01-1988

Skills

  • Scheduling coordination
  • Facility management
  • Event management
  • Athletic program development
  • Compliance monitoring
  • Student-athlete welfare
  • Media relations
  • Coordination of facilities
  • Game management
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Hospitality management

Accomplishments

  • Certified by NFHS as a Certified Athletic Administrator
  • Coulee Region Officials Association AD of the Year ( 2012 )
  • NOW Schools Staff Member of the Tear ( 2022 )
  • WFSCA Coach of the Year ( 2008 )
  • 18 years as Head Softball Coach
  • Coaches 58 All Conference Softball players and 5 players of the Year
  • 12 Years as Head Girls Basketball Coach
  • 28 Years as Youth Basketball Coach / Program Coordinator

Affiliations

  • WADA, NFHS, WBCA, WFSCA

Certification

  • Grades 1 - 8 Teaching license through 2030
  • K - 12 Principal license through 2030
  • Certified Athletic Administrator

Timeline

Athletic Director

Brookwood High School
07.2003 - 07.2025

Teacher - Grades 4-5-6

NOW Elementary
08.1989 - 06.2022

Master of Arts - Education Administration

Viterbo University

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

UW - LaCrosse