Athletic Director and PE Teacher at Classical Charter School

Ascent Classical Academy of Northern Denver•Brighton, CO

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Athletic Director coordinates the daily operations of the athletic program. This includes supporting coaches and student-athletes, assisting with budgets and events, ensuring adherence to policies and procedures, and promoting the school's mission through athletics. The position requires being present at athletic events-especially in the evenings-to support the smooth execution of practices and competitions and to foster strong relationships within the school community. The role also involves teaching several upper school PE classes. This individual must align with the mission of classical education and be committed to cultivating virtue, discipline, and sportsmanship in student-athletes.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required.
Minimum of 3 years of experience in athletics leadership, coaching, or event coordination, preferably within a school setting.
Experience teaching Physical Education at the middle or high school level.
Commitment to the mission of classical education, with an emphasis on character development, virtue, and discipline through athletics.
Willingness to work evenings and weekends as required.
Current CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain before start date).
Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds.
Must be able to traverse the classroom and the school.
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk, working on a computer.
Must be able to supervise outdoor duties.
Mandatory Background Checks: In alignment with our commitment to student safety, all candidates are required to undergo a comprehensive background check, which includes reviewing criminal records and may require fingerprinting. Please be aware that certain findings in the background check may disqualify a candidate from employment in a school setting.
Verification of Qualifications: You will be asked to provide verifiable proof for roles that demand specific qualifications or certifications (such as teaching credentials). We also conduct reference checks to validate your professional history and qualifications.
Adherence to Colorado Education Laws: Our recruitment process strictly follows the guidelines and regulations set forth by the Colorado Department of Education. We expect all applicants to be familiar with and adhere to these standards.

Nice To Haves

Sports management, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Oversee middle and high school athletics, ensuring a high-quality program aligned with school values.
Hire and support coaches and student-athletes in their day-to-day needs.
Manage the middle and high school athletics budget, track expenses, and planning processes.
Coordinate scheduling and use of athletic facilities; assist with maintenance requests when needed.
Plan and carry out athletic events, including game-day setup, scheduling, and operations.
Ensure adherence to applicable school policies, league regulations, and relevant guidelines (e.g., Title IX).
Maintain accurate records for eligibility, participation, inventory, and injuries.
Serve as a consistent point of contact for middle and high school athletics-communicating with coaches, parents, students, and staff.
Assist with planning and executing fundraising initiatives for athletics.
Help coordinate travel for middle school teams when needed.
Help create and distribute materials promoting events to students, families, and the community.
Help report injuries or incidents following school protocols, including documentation and communication.
Help with recruiting, onboarding, and supporting coaches; assist with scheduling and team logistics.
Help monitor student-athlete eligibility, behavior, and well-being.
Help schedule games, practices, and facility use.
May help oversee support staff related to school athletics.
Serve as a school representative at home games and postseason away events; consistent evening availability is expected.
Assist with internal and external communications related to athletics.
Participate in training, clinics, and professional learning opportunities as needed.
Regular attendance at home competitions.
Travel to postseason away games and athletic-related meetings as needed.
Prepare unit and weekly/daily lesson plans following Hillsdale K-12 curriculum guidelines for each year.
Assign, collect, grade and return graded work in a timely manner.
Collaborate with the other full-time PE teacher to plan lessons and share space as needed.