Middle School Athletic Director/Dean of Students

Athletic Director/Dean of Students Middle School

Our Mission: Positively transforming learning and life outcomes for students through educational justice, equity, and excellence.

Qualifications: Illinois Administrative Licensure (preferred) or progressing toward Illinois Administrative Licensure Master's Degree or above (preferred) or progressing toward a Master's Degree Prior teaching and/or administrative experience at the level to be assigned (preferred) Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board of Education may find appropriate and acceptable

Reports To: Principal or Associate Principal

Supervises: Non-licensed personnel as assigned

Objective: To coordinate of athletic and other activities that enhance the District's educational objectives and use leadership, supervisory and administrative skills to promote the educational development of students and staff.

Performance Responsibilities:

I. ATHLETIC & EXTRACURRICULAR PROGRAM LEADERSHIP

A. Provides comprehensive oversight for the school's athletic, extracurricular, and co-curricular program offerings

B. Ensures that programming is administered in a manner consistent with policies adopted by the Board of Education, the Illinois Elementary Schools Association (IESA), and applicable law

C. Meets regularly with coaches and other staff to communicate expectations and ensure consistency in programming

D. Supervises and oversees maintenance of all athletic and extracurricular facilities

E. Develops a balanced schedule of games/meets for each program, schedules facilities, and contracts officials and other personnel for each contest

F. Organizes and manages invitational and IESA-sponsored athletic tournaments and meets

G. Monitors student eligibility for participation in athletics/activities

H. Supervises awards and recognitions for athletes and extracurricular activity participants

I. Maintains an accurate inventory of athletic and extracurricular uniforms, equipment, and supplies

J. Prepares and administers a budget for athletic and extracurricular programs and makes recommendations to the Principal

K. Maintains accurate financial reports for all programs

L. Serves as the designated liaison to all booster clubs and ensures their adherence to Board Policy

M. Coordinates all ticket sales for events and accurately accounts for all monies collected

N. Arranges and approves all transportation of athletic and extracurricular teams and groups

O. Directs staff supervision of home athletic and extracurricular events

P. Coordinates and articulates athletic programs with high school Athletics Administrators

Q. Oversees and ensures consistency of athletics-related disciplinary action

R. Coordinates study halls in conjunction with coaches to promote academic excellence

S. Shares responsibility for the planning, implementation, coordination, and supervision of fundraising programs

T. Coordinates with parents, booster clubs, media, and the community in presenting the school's athletic and extracurricular programs

U. Utilizes social media and other platforms to promote athletics and activities

II. CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP

A. Participates in the development of the District's curriculum and assists in monitoring implementation, with emphasis on the social/emotional curriculum

B. Maintains high standards of student conduct and enforces discipline, as necessary, to provide a proper learning environment

C. Proactively addresses issues that arise to minimize disruptions to the school and maximize instructional time for each student

D. Assists in establishing a building time schedule and calendar that provides maximum learning time

E. Assists in communicating and defining building level goals and objectives that are consistent with the District curriculum

F. Monitors, in conjunction with the administrative team, student progress and relies on performance data to make decisions

II. SCHOOL MANAGEMENT

A. Implements and monitors the effectiveness of all Board of Education and building level policies and procedures

B. Plans, administers, and supervises the use of school facilities

C. Prepares and maintains reports, records, lists, and all other paperwork as assigned by the Principal

D. Analyzes student data as directed by the Principal

E. Attends and actively supervises extracurricular activities

F. Assists and consults with such local community agencies as the police, fire, and health departments with reference to inspections, drills, and security

K. Shares responsibility for assembly programs, field trips, school exhibits, contests and drives, school elections, fundraising activities, and commencement activities

III. SCHOOL/COMMUNITY RELATIONS

A. Acts as a liaison between the school and the community, interpreting activities and policies of the school and District while encouraging community participation in school life

B. Participates in building advisory committees

C. Serves, as requested, with parent, faculty, and student groups in advancing educational and related activities and objectives

D. Coordinates mailings, news releases, and other forms of communication

IV. SUPERVISION AND EVALUATION OF PERSONNEL AND STAFF DEVELOPMENT

A. Adheres to the District's Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunities policies and follows building and area of supervision guidelines established for screening, interviewing, hiring, and assigning employees

B. Makes recommendations regarding District policies and negotiated agreements

C. Supervises non-licensed personnel (as assigned) and makes recommendations regarding their employment, transfer, promotion, or dismissal

D. Assists in planning and administering staff development activities and handbooks

E. Ensures that all staff are allocated and used effectively and efficiently

F. Builds relationships with all staff members, promotes a team-oriented environment, and maintains high standards of accountability

V. OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

A. Participates in professional growth opportunities (e.g., attends regional, state, and national professional conferences, reads professional publications, and/or enrolls in advanced courses)

B. Participates in District meetings and such other meetings as are required or appropriate

C. Performs other related duties as assigned

Terms of Employment: Salary, benefits, and work year to be established by the Board of Education

Evaluation: Performance will be evaluated by the Principal in accordance with the District's plan for evaluation of administrative personnel

FLSA Status: Exempt

Status: Created April 12, 2023