Director of Athletics and Physical Education

Director of Athletics and Physical Education

Salary: $109,913-$153,878

Qualifications:

• Master's Degree with coursework in leadership, curriculum and instruction, sports management, or health and/or physical education
• Hold a valid and current Pennsylvania Principal or Supervisory Certificate
• Experience as a building level administrator (principal, assistant principal, supervisor of curriculum & instruction) preferred
• Minimum of five years of successful teaching experience
• Knowledge of PIAA regulations
• Excellent communication skills
• Satisfactory work record & criminal/child abuse clearances (Acts 34, 114, and 151)
• A valid and current operator's license for a motor vehicle and have access to an operable vehicle for traveling within and outside the district

Summary:

When directly reporting to the Executive Director of Learning and Teaching, the Director of Athletics and Physical Education will offer leadership and overall supervision for the district's athletic programs and athletic activities. The Director of Athletics and Physical Education will be responsible for curriculum and instruction in the physical education and health classes. The Director of Athletics and Physical Education will supervise full time Athletic Directors.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Collaborates with schools to develop a comprehensive district-wide athletic program for consistent coordination and provides leadership support to schools to optimize their individual athletic programs.
• Oversees and assesses the performance of two high school Athletic Directors.
• Ensures inclusive athletic opportunities for all students and sets annual athletic program goals and objectives.
• Develops athletic policies in consultation with principals, athletic directors, coaches, and student athletes.
• Creates and annually updates a comprehensive district-wide athletic program policy and guidebook.
• Provides guidance to schools on Board policy and Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association (PIAA) rules.
• Participates in the evaluation and procurement of athletic equipment.
• Acts as a consultant for athletic construction projects within the district.
• Ensures compliance with regulations in the district's athletic program.
• Assists in writing and managing grant proposals as necessary.
• Coordinates athletic services with local community agencies.
• Coordinates physical examinations for athletes with community agencies.
• Manages athletic facility maintenance in collaboration with schools and district departments.
• Facilitates meetings for athletic directors to plan and coordinate programs.
• Cultivates positive community relationships by promoting awareness and involvement in athletic programs.
• Offers professional development opportunities for Athletic Directors, Coaches, Physical Education teachers, and Health teachers.
• Creates a written curriculum for physical education and health classes from pre-kindergarten to high school.
• Advocates for inclusive athletic opportunities for all students and sets annual athletic program goals and objectives.
• Conducts annual evaluations of the athletic program's effectiveness.
• Collaborates with the Business Office and Director of Procurement to establish purchasing procedures and ensure fiscally responsible spending of the Athletic budget.
• Works with the Human Resources Department to ensure proper hiring procedures for coaches.
• Undertakes additional tasks aligned with the objectives of the role.
• Performs any other duties assigned by the Superintendent, Chief Academic Officer, Deputy Superintendent, or Executive Director.

The Allentown School District is committed to excellence! The richness of The Allentown School District's diversity is strengthened by its central role in educating our students for America's future through academic excellence and celebrating the culturally responsive, athletic and artistic range of talent in the schools. ASD students originate from 51 countries and speak 26 languages. The Allentown School District offers a comprehensive benefits package to those who qualify. This may include medical insurance, dental insurance, vision reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, personal and sick time, and PSERS Retirement Fund. Eligibility for specific benefits will be outlined in each labor group's specific collective bargaining agreement.