Athletic Director

Job Description

Athletic Director – Part-time (26-27 SY) | Freire Schools

The Tone:
This is a part-time role at Freire Schools, located in Wilmington, DE. Freire Schools is a network of four charter schools committed to preparing students from historically underserved communities for success in college and beyond. The network is recognized for its belief in every student, strong code of conduct, and joyous, engaged classrooms focused on academic achievement, ranking in the top 15 for academic gains among charter networks nationwide. This role is crucial in developing and executing a comprehensive athletic program that aligns with the school’s mission and values, fostering a positive and inclusive environment for student-athletes while supporting their academic success and social-emotional growth.

The TL;DR
• Role: Part Time
• Type: Part-time
• Location: In-person, Wilmington, DE

• Team: High school in Wilmington, Delaware, Freire Charter School Wilmington (8th-12th Grade)
• Mission: Develop and execute a comprehensive athletic program that aligns with the school’s mission and values, fostering a positive and inclusive environment for student-athletes.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Program Development: Develop and execute a comprehensive athletic program that aligns with the school’s mission and values, fostering a positive and inclusive environment for student-athletes.
• Logistics Management: Coordinate and manage all logistics related to practices, games, and tournaments, including transportation and facility usage.
• Student Support: Collaborate with school administration, teachers, and parents to ensure that student-athletes maintain academic success and promote social-emotional growth through athletics.
• Policy Implementation: Implement and enforce policies and procedures related to athletic eligibility, behavior, and safety.
• Financial Oversight: Oversee budgetary considerations for the athletic department and make fiscally responsible decisions.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s degree; previous experience in athletic administration, coaching, or related roles.
• Experience: Previous experience in athletic administration, coaching, or related roles, with a willingness to work evenings and weekends as required by the athletic schedule.
• Skills: Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire coaches and student-athletes; excellent communication and interpersonal skills; knowledge of rules and regulations governing high school athletics; commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion within the athletic program; organizational and time-management skills to handle multiple responsibilities effectively.