DEAN OF STUDENTS/ATHLETIC DIRECTOR

INTERESTED APPLICANTS SHOULD APPLY THROUGH THE ALTON SCHOOL DISTRICT WEBSITE FOR CONSIDERATION.

PRIMARY FUNCTION: To ensure a smooth and efficient extra-curricular athletic and intramural program for the middle school, providing opportunities for all interested and eligible students.

SALARY RANGE: $80,000 - $85,000

SUPERVISOR: Middle School Principal

QUALIFICATIONS

• Administrative Endorsement Preferred
• Previous experience as a coach preferred
• Proficiency with Google Suite
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Exemplary organizational skills

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Participate in the Middle School Administrative PLC

· Support student orientation in transition years: fifth to sixth grade and eighth to ninth grade

· Implement, supervise and manage extracurricular and intramural programs at Alton Middle School

· Regularly collect data on increased student participation, performance, and satisfaction

· Assist with supervision of students at after school events as assigned by building administrator

· Coordinate and host recognition ceremonies for students

· Have programs printed for events as necessary

· Recruit, hire and evaluate Physical Education Teachers and middle school coaches

· Organize and provide professional development for PE Teachers and coaches

· Develop middle school PE Curriculum including units of instruction aligned to athletic programs and standards

· Partner with Alton and Godfrey Park and Rec programs to increase elementary participation

· Organize and maintain Junior Redbird Nest

· Expand and further develop IESA and SIJHSA athletic programming

· Establish strong communication with parents through regular updates about games, practices, events and achievements

· Ensure the safety and well-being of students during extracurricular activities

· Maintain compliance with relevant rules, regulations, and safety guidelines

· Develop and manage the budget for the athletic department, including purchasing equipment and uniforms

· Organize Concessions

· Manage scheduling of and compensation for officials through Arbiter

· Maintain practice and game schedules through Schedule Star

· Hire ticket takers for all applicable home athletic contests

· Ensure that each event has logistical support: timers, scorers, supervisors, etc. and complete all necessary paperwork to ensure proper payment

· Arrange for transportation to off-campus events, practices and away contests

· Assist in the creation of a middle school athletic code of conduct/eligibility policy

· Maintain website and social media platforms through Instagram, Facebook, and Parent Square

· Assume leadership role with coaches and program facilitators

· Participate on the Concussion Oversight Team and track Return to Learn timing

· Develop AMS Emergency Action Plan

· Monitor insurance, waivers, forms and physical records of all school athletes with the athletic secretary and school nurse

· Promote high standards of safety and good housekeeping methods in all work connected areas and equipment, including theaters, playing fields and courts

· Meet regularly with coaches and program facilitators to ensure that the Alton Philosophy permeates the entire athletic program

· Work cooperatively with the High School Athletic Director to coordinate Middle School and High School activities

· Ensure that each coach/facilitator has student expectations outlined in writing for distribution at the parent meeting

· Facilitate community partnerships and organize sponsorships

· Active participation with the Alton Athletic Association

· Organize and host a fifth-grade field day that includes physical education teachers and coaches

INTERESTED APPLICANTS SHOULD APPLY THROUGH THE ALTON SCHOOL DISTRICT WEBSITE FOR CONSIDERATION.

“An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer”

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $80,000 - $85,000