Director of Athletics and Physical Education

Congressional School•Falls Church, VA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Congressional School seeks a dynamic and collaborative Director of Athletics and Physical Education to lead its comprehensive physical education and Middle School inter-scholastic sports programs for the 2027-2028 Academic Year. The Director leads and works side-by-side with a dedicated team-including PE teachers, athletic coaches, and aquatics personnel-to deliver a meaningful, developmentally appropriate physical fitness experience that integrates Congressional School's Mission, Vision, and Core Values. As a member of the School's Leadership Team, the Director is responsible for day-to-day operations, programmatic logistics, and long-term strategic visioning to position Congressional School's athletic and PE programs as a benchmark among peer independent schools.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Physical Education, Kinesiology, or a related field required
Minimum of five (5) years of physical education teaching experience.
Minimum of three (3) years of supervisory or administrative experience leading faculty/coaches.
Proven ability to inspire, mentor, and lead dedicated faculty and students across varying developmental stages.
Exceptional oral and written communication skills with internal and external stakeholders.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to balance competing priorities within a collaborative environment.
Acts as a role model of high ethical standards, accountability, and strong personal integrity.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree preferred.
A strong preference will be given to candidates with Middle School and Lower School experience.

Responsibilities

Leads, develops, organizes, supervises, and evaluates the entire physical education and athletic curriculum across all grade levels.
Collaborates with Academic Division Heads to ensure student needs are met and program experiences align with the School's educational philosophy.
Serves as an active member of the School's Leadership Team and represents the department at school-wide events.
Establishes a strategic vision for staffing, scheduling, and program expansion.
Directs, supervises, and evaluates physical education teachers, coaches, and aquatics staff to foster professional excellence.
Teaches PE classes, demonstrating pedagogical excellence and hands-on leadership.
Ensures physical education activities to accommodate diverse developmental needs and individual student requirements.
Ensures the overall health, safety, and well-being of all student participants in physical education and athletic programs.
Coordinates game and meet schedules, transportation logistics, and official assignments.
Oversees the acquisition, distribution, cleaning, maintenance, repair, and storage of athletic uniforms and equipment.
Partner with the Facilities Manager to maintain the security, functionality, and safety of fields, gymnasiums, and athletic facilities.
Manages the annual departmental budget to allocate resources effectively across PE and inter-scholastic sports.
Maintains compliance with all relevant league, county, and state athletic regulations.
Oversees all internal and external communications regarding the athletics and physical education programs.