This Athletic Director position provides leadership for the interscholastic athletic programs at Clifton Heights Middle School. The role involves planning, implementation, coordination, supervision, and evaluation to foster skill development, sportsmanship, and appreciation for a variety of athletic activities for students and adults.
Responsibilities
Follow all rules and regulations of the regional middle school league, including preparing student lists, submitting schedules, and other required documents
Follow all school rules and regulations and school board policy
Communicate and enforce that all middle school athletes will be supervised at all times
Work with the principal in resolving problems of discipline concerning athletes
Consistently enforce the athletic academic code, issuing grade checks for all athletes and following up with teachers/staff concerning students who violate the code
Prepare and maintain a budget for interscholastic athletic programs, and assist the facilities supervisor in developing a facilities and grounds budget
Prepare reports as required by the administration
Work with the principal to improve the middle school athletic program
Report and document all athletic injuries
Verify that all participants have a physical examination, proper permission forms, and insurance verifications per school board policy
Check student eligibility per school rules and regulations and school board policy
Plan, supervise, and attend recognition programs for school athletes
Assist with the monthly athletic calendar in conjunction with the principal
Volunteer to be on committees whenever possible
Supervise on-site athletic activities and perform athletic-related administrative duties during the months of June, July, and August as needed
Recruit, interview, and initiate "PIF's" for new coaches (preferably on-campus) with assistance and approval from the school principal
Keep an updated inventory of all athletic equipment and uniforms
Keep supplies, equipment, and uniforms in satisfactory condition, and order all new and replacement supplies, equipment, and uniforms when necessary
Inspect all athletic areas for cleanliness and the proper storage of all athletic supplies, equipment, and uniforms
Provide each coach with equipment, team medical supplies, and uniforms prior to the season and ensure that each coach returns all equipment, unused supplies, and uniforms using a checklist
Schedule the use of all athletic facilities and fields for middle school athletic games and practices following school procedure
Arrange for officials for all interscholastic events and make arrangements for payment of officials
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Be present, arrange for a school representative, or be on call for all home games, and assign a coach to assume responsibility at all away games
Arrange for employees for all home games including timekeepers, scorekeepers, and custodians if applicable
Communicate and document medical and emergency procedures and arrange for the availability of medical supplies at all home contests
Assume responsibility for cancellation of games as circumstances require to protect athletic participants and district resources and rescheduling in the event of cancellation
Arrange and confirm bus or other transportation for athletic participants
Verify that all participants have proper permission forms for alternative transportation if requested
Communicate the athletic transportation policy to all coaches responsible for away game transportation
Conduct athlete, parent and coaches meetings as needed
Represent the schools and district at middle school regional meetings and events
Communicate issues with school facilities and fields to the High School Athletic Director
Work with coaches to make sure that all student athletes and parents know the rules and regulations
Act as a liaison between coaches and the athletic booster club
Develop, review, and revise the athletic handbook and any athletic agreements that each athlete, parent, and coach must abide by, with recommendations from administration and coaches, and subject to school district approval
Promote and model good sportsmanship and maintain an active program that welcomes competing teams, guests, and game officials
Arrange for videotaping of key middle school athletic events
Follow a chain of command of: athlete/parent to coach; coach to athletic director; athletic director to principal
Assist in the evaluation of coaches on an annual basis
Assist the school principal in interviewing and making recommendations for renewing and hiring of new coaches
Report all hires to central office for the application and background investigation processes
Issue all athletic contracts
Provide orientation and in-service programs for coaches
Assist with the revision as needed of district criteria for evaluating, renewing, and hiring of coaches annual contracts
Work with the principal in problems of discipline concerning coaches
Requirements
Experience as an athletic director or head coach
First aid and CPR certification or eligibility for certification
A desire to promote the athletic programs at CHMS
A Bachelor
Current teaching credential
Knowledge of Middle School athletics, PIAA rules, and School District Policy
Strong leadership skills to work as part of an administrative team, promote and support student activities as well as staff needs
Problem solving skills to support student success
Service-related people skills
Verbal and written communication skills
Organizational skills to balance demands of a multi-tasking position
Technology skills in the areas of office software, student database systems, and office equipment operation
Excellent attention to detail and follow through to meet interscholastic athletic responsibilities
Significant confidential responsibilities due to student and staff issues
Fiscal responsibilities in the areas of school budget
Physical ability to perform the essential functions of the job, including standing, walking, sitting, seeing, talking, hearing, manipulating, handling, or feeling, reaching with hands and arms, climbing steps, stooping, kneeling, or crouching
Ability to supervise students, requiring matching walking speed and at times running to safeguard students
Ability to occasionally lift, carry, move and/or restrain school-age students
Ability to occasionally move equipment and/or supplies
Ability to occasionally drive
Ability to regularly handle stressful situations and resolve conflicts
Specific vision abilities including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
Clear criminal background check
Verification of health to perform job
Valid CPR certification
Concussion training
Valid driver's license
Important Details
Schedule: may require evening and weekend duty
Contract: year-round position subject to responsibilities of position
Athletic Director stipend contract
About the Company
It is the mission of the Upper Darby School District to provide a comprehensive educational program that develops all learners into critical thinkers, with effective communication skills, empowering them to adapt to an ever-changing world. The students will demonstrate integrity and confidence while cultivating a learner's mindset in pursuit of personal excellence and service to others. Upper Darby School District's academic programs are based on beliefs that all individuals are capable of learning, learn in different ways and at different rates, have the right to be treated with respect and dignity, are unique individuals with varied talents and skills, and that successful learning experiences build self-esteem. Learning is most effective in a caring environment where high standards of social interaction are maintained. Education should encourage individuals to acquire knowledge and attitudes necessary to live in a changing global society. Critical thinking, problem solving and decision-making are essential life skills. Updates in technology necessitate continuous personal and organizational adjustment. Professional development of all staff is vital to meet the changing needs of students and to reflect current best practices. The educational program must meet the needs of all learners and be responsive to the needs and resources of the community. Cultural and ethnic diversity is a valued strength of our community. Society benefits when individual rights are balanced with the needs of the group as a whole. Quality public education directly benefits the entire community. Lifelong learning is essential for all individuals. Education is the responsibility of the entire community, the school, the family, and, most importantly, the individual.
