What are the responsibilities and job description for the Athletic Director (34012) position at Belmont Charter Network?
Belmont Charter Network is a family of 5 community schools centered on the central mission to promote the academic, social and emotional well-being of each child. Our schools are supported by a non-profit partner to provide holistic services to the school including out-of-school time, our social work project and Head start. How do we do this? We do it by ensuring our students have access to complete support both in and out of the classroom through a talented team of teachers, leaders, social workers, and partners.
We believe that schools and learning should be joyful!
You can find more about our core values and vision here. We believe that education is the single biggest way we can disrupt the systemic racism that impacts Philadelphia and by extension our country. We are a mission centered organization that has grown since its founding over 20 years ago to be the organization that serves Philadelphia today. Learn more about our partners who support this vision by creating a full scope of community support for our students and families. Our approach is grounded in trauma informed practice which you can read more about here.
Your Areas Of Knowledge And Expertise
Core Responsibilities
Program Management:
We believe that schools and learning should be joyful!
You can find more about our core values and vision here. We believe that education is the single biggest way we can disrupt the systemic racism that impacts Philadelphia and by extension our country. We are a mission centered organization that has grown since its founding over 20 years ago to be the organization that serves Philadelphia today. Learn more about our partners who support this vision by creating a full scope of community support for our students and families. Our approach is grounded in trauma informed practice which you can read more about here.
Your Areas Of Knowledge And Expertise
- Demonstrated skill in working with students from diverse cultural, economic and ability backgrounds.
- Creative problem solving
- A commitment to being a lifelong learner, commitment to refining your craft
- A knack for connecting with people across differences including parents, colleagues and students.
Core Responsibilities
Program Management:
- Oversee the planning, development, and implementation of all athletic programs.
- Ensure compliance with school policies, league regulations, and state athletic associations.
- Develop and manage the athletic department budget, ensuring funds are allocated appropriately.
- Recruit, hire, and evaluate coaching staff.
- Provide ongoing professional development opportunities for coaches.
- Ensure coaches are aware of and comply with NCAA and PIAA rules.
- Foster a positive, collaborative working environment among staff.
- Facilitate paperwork processes required for athletic eligibility, including coordinating physicals with the health center and hosting meetings with families to collect required forms.
- Promote the academic and athletic success of all student-athletes.
- Monitor academic performance and eligibility of student-athletes in accordance with the athletic policy.
- Implement programs to support student-athlete wellness and character development.
- Secure facilities for athletic practices and competitions
- Oversee the maintenance and scheduling of athletic facilities.
- Manage inventory and storage of athletic equipment.
- Coordinate logistics for athletic events, including transportation and accommodations.
- Serve as the primary spokesperson for the athletic department.
- Communicate athletic program expectations and requirements with families and students
- Develop and maintain relationships with parents, staff, and community organizations.
- Promote school spirit and sportsmanship through various communication channels and events.
- Implement strategies for positive behavior management for student athletes, working collaboratively with teachers and staff to create and maintain a respectful and disciplined atmosphere within the school with a specific focus on student athletes.
- Manage daily communication systems regarding student consequences and follow-ups so that teachers/staff/coaches are informed. Hold restorative conversations with students, if necessary.
- Lead or coordinate study hall for student athletes that need additional academic support.
- Collect, input, and analyze discipline data on a daily/weekly/monthly basis to identify specific areas of need and develop targeted supports based on the Code of Conduct.
- Actively participate in the school's leadership team, contributing insights, ideas, and collaboration to shape the overall direction of the department.
- Engage in regular meetings, offering expertise and perspectives to enhance the effectiveness of school policies, programs, and initiatives
- Other duties as assigned by supervisor
- Bachelor's degree
- Previous experience in athletic administration or coaching.
- Previous experience working in schools preferred
- Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups.
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