Athletic Director Jobs

Educator’s Ally partners with independent day and boarding schools throughout the U.S. in support of their faculty, staff and administrator hiring. Distinguished by their thoughtful and curated approach to search, EA connects schools to candidates across the full spectrum of disciplines, from senior leadership to first-year teachers.

Educator’s Ally is seeking full-time Athletic Director who is responsible for overseeing and promoting the overall success of K-12 athletic and sports programs in the New England area.

Job Summary

Additionally, the Athletic Director is responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Demonstrate an approachable and open spirit among all constituents.
• Manage athletics-related logistics including schedules, contest officials, and transportation; ensure compliance with regulating bodies.
• Build school spirit & steward relationships and communicate effectively between athletics and other school constituencies.
• Coordinate with Advancement regarding fundraising / capital campaign initiatives.
• All other duties assigned by the Head of School and other lead administrators as needed.
• Confer with coaches during the season and review self-evaluations of the coach’s performance at the conclusion of each season, stressing strengths, areas where growth is evident, and recommending alternatives to improve areas of deficiency.
• Responsible for the hiring and placement, as well as the development, ongoing mentorship and evaluation of the athletic department staff and seasonal coaches.
• Oversee the college recruiting process for prospective student-athletes.
• Market the athletic program internally and externally to raise the profile of the program.
• Oversee proper budgeting and maintenance of athletic equipment and facilities.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Hands on experience with organizing athletic practices and events, inclusive of transportation.
• A track record of developing mission specific athletic programs, programs capable of taking student-athletes through middle and upper division experiences and beyond.
• High-energy personality, outgoing, and enjoys working in a fast-paced environment.
• A commitment to the importance of DEI as it pertains to the daily life of physical education, health and athletics.
• Natural leader with competitive drive, able to initiate and conduct difficult conversations with individuals at all levels.
• Comfortable with public speaking.

Minimum Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in physical education or related field required, master’s in education with a major or concentration in Physical Education or Health preferred.
• Teaching, coaching and administrative experience in an independent day or public school required.
• Minimum of five (5-7) years successful experience in a similar role, preferably at an independent PK-12 school setting.
• The ability to work evenings and weekends when necessary.