Salina Crayton
Austell
Summary
Experienced Independent School Athletic Administrator dedicated to elevating Westminster Middle School Athletic Programs. Committed to fostering a positive athletic culture and to build upon the existing framework of success within The Westminster Athletic Programs.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Athletic Director
The Walker School
01.2021 - Current
- Oversees and coordinates all athletic-related activities on a daily basis while also providing a long-term, strategic vision for athletics at the school
- Hiring of talented coaches, identifying and supporting professional development opportunities, and maintaining accountability to cultural and performance expectations
- Work with and supervise the Athletic Administrative Team, coaches and volunteer coaching staff to build a stronger feeder program for the Middle School teams and for varsity sports as part of Walker’s athletic vision
- Daily responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Departmental budgeting and purchasing, Mentorship, development and evaluation of coaches, Review and enforcement of safety protocols, Faculty liaison for academics, Ensuring game schedules are submitted, published and confirmed in a timely manner, Student-Athlete registration and connection with coaches, Booster Club board member and liaison to the athletic department, Game management, Officials scheduling, Uniform purchase and apparel approval
Middle School Athletic Director
The Walker School
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Ensure overall function of the middle school athletics program for student-athletes in grades 5-8
- Closely working with other independent school athletic directors, coaches, students and parents to provide a quality athletic experience
- Specific duties include but are not limited to: Provide support and leadership for over 45 coaching positions, Athlete eligibility-pre participation physical review and verification, Athletic facility scheduling, Game scheduling and confirmation, Metro 10 League Liaison, Development, review and enforcement of safety and risk management policies and procedures, Member of booster club Board of Directors to coordinate fundraising and parent volunteer opportunities, Conflict resolution, Development and chair of Middle School Athletic Council with goals of working with my team in making improvements and striving for excellence, Schedule and confirm officials, Management of middle school athletic team awards
Assistant Athletic Director
The Walker School
01.2017 - 01.2021
- Supports the Athletic Director in executing a comprehensive Education Based athletic program consisting of over 50 teams in 16 sports, for student-athletes in grades 5 to 12. Specific duties include but are not limited to: Athlete eligibility-pre participation physical review and verification,Varsity game contracts, Schedule and confirm officials, Game schedule confirmations, Management of all department and team awards, Student Athletic Council
Head Athletic Trainer
The Walker School
01.2001 - 01.2020
- Lead sports medicine department in providing quality healthcare for sport injuries in youth athletes, grades 5 to 12
- Evaluation, assessment, rehabilitation and treatment of athletic injury
- Collaboration with coaches and strength specialists on injury prevention strategies
- Maintenance of injury documentation using Sportsware Software
- Supervision of associate medical staff and high school student aides
- Scheduling to ensure sports medicine coverage for all required events
- Development and maintenance of sports medicine policies and procedures
- Administration of ImPact Concussion Testing
- Teach CPR and First Aid to coaches and faculty
- Review and practice Emergency Action Plan for Athletics annually
Sports Medicine Clinical Site Supervisor/Preceptor
Life University
01.2014 - 01.2018
- Mentor athletic trainers who are graduate students in Sports Medicine Masters programs
- Provide learning opportunity where new athletic training professionals can fine tune competencies in clinical skills, communication and professional expectations
- Conduct quarterly performance evaluations
- Communicate with university program coordinators
Sports Medicine Clinical Site Supervisor/Preceptor
Georgia State University
01.2003 - 01.2017
- Mentor athletic trainers who are graduate students in Sports Medicine Masters programs
- Provide learning opportunity where new athletic training professionals can fine tune competencies in clinical skills, communication and professional expectations
- Conduct quarterly performance evaluations
- Communicate with university program coordinators
Health Care Manager
The Westminster Schools, Day Camps
01.2000 - 01.2004
- Provided basic health care needs to children ages 4 to 15 and adult camp staff
- Duties included general management of minor illnesses and injuries, referral and follow-up care for major illnesses or injuries, and assisting campers with taking medications during the camp day
Graduate Assistant Athletic Trainer
The Westminster Schools
01.1999 - 01.2000
- Inaugural Graduate Assistant Athletic Trainer for Westminster Sports Medicine Program, working with Head Athletic Trainer, Donna Hayes in providing sports medicine services for the athletic program
- Coverage provided for a wide range of sports for both boys and girls in grades 6-12
Education
Masters of Science in Kinesiology and Health -
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GABachelor of Arts, Health & Exercise Science -
Rowan University
Glassboro, NJSkills
- Dependability
- Excellent Interpersonal Skills
- Relationship Building
- Digital, written and oral Communication
- Fiscal Planning
- Critical Thinker
- Risk Management
- Loyalty
- Bid Request and Purchasing
- Strategic Mentorship
- Athlete Education
- Mentorship
Certification
- Certified Athletic Administrator (CAA), National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association (NIAAA)
- Teaching Certificate of Eligibility with Advanced Standing (CEAS), Health and Physical Education (K-12), State of New Jersey
- Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC), National Athletic Trainers Association Board of Certification (NATABOC)
- BLS Provider CPR and First Aid, American Heart Association
Personal Information
Title: MS, ATC, CAA
Timeline
Athletic Director
The Walker School
01.2021 - Current
Middle School Athletic Director
The Walker School
01.2019 - 01.2021
Assistant Athletic Director
The Walker School
01.2017 - 01.2021
Sports Medicine Clinical Site Supervisor/Preceptor
Life University
01.2014 - 01.2018
Sports Medicine Clinical Site Supervisor/Preceptor
Georgia State University
01.2003 - 01.2017
Head Athletic Trainer
The Walker School
01.2001 - 01.2020
Health Care Manager
The Westminster Schools, Day Camps
01.2000 - 01.2004
Graduate Assistant Athletic Trainer
The Westminster Schools
01.1999 - 01.2000
Masters of Science in Kinesiology and Health -
Georgia State University
Bachelor of Arts, Health & Exercise Science -
Rowan University
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