Middle and Senior School Athletic Director

St. Clement's School; King City; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established independent school is seeking a Middle/Senior School Athletic Director to enhance their athletic program. This role is vital in shaping the school's athletic vision and requires a passionate individual with exceptional communication and organizational skills. The successful candidate will work closely with coaches and athletes, ensuring a supportive environment while overseeing various athletic initiatives. This position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to contribute to a vibrant school community dedicated to education and athletics. Join a team that values integrity, inclusivity, and excellence in education.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan

Positive Working Environment

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Candidates must have a strong educational background and be involved in school life.
• Impeccable integrity, positivity, and flexibility are essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and further the athletics vision at The Country Day School.
• Oversee coaching staff and provide mentorship to athletes.
• Plan and host athletic events and maintain communication with stakeholders.

Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Mentorship

Coaching

Education

Relevant Educational Background

Job description

The Country Day School
Middle/Senior School Athletic Director
Full Time/Permanent
Commencing August 2025

The Country Day School’s new Middle/Senior School Athletic Director will play a key role in shaping and developing our athletic program, ensuring that athletics remain an essential component in our commitment to providing Education with Balance. The ideal candidate, along with a passion for sport, will bring to this position outstanding communication, interpersonal and organizational skills. This position demands impeccable integrity, positivity, flexibility and a deep affinity for working with coaches, athletes and the broader school community to ensure a comprehensive and supportive program.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Furthering and developing CDS’s athletics vision
2. Collaborating closely with the JS Director of Athletics
3. Guiding the progress of and providing mentorship for our coaches and athletes
4. Being a part of school spirit opportunities/initiatives and overseeing lunch intramurals
5. Seeking out and providing the opportunity for Professional Development for coaches
6. Overseeing the group of Athletic Student Leaders as they mentor their peers and younger athletes
7. Coaching at least one team throughout the year
8. Teaching a .4 course load (2 courses/year)
9. Planning, scheduling and hosting weekend tournaments and championship finals
10. Being a member of the CISAA Athletic Executive and overseeing its functioning
11. Creating and maintaining adequate communication channels with parents, athletes, coaches, and the JS Director of Athletics
12. Assigning coaching roles to faculty which meet the needs of the students and faculty
13. Assessing the state of the program and deciding on the refinement of programming to best serve the CDS community
14. Organizing and preparing three culminating athletic assemblies at the end of each of the three terms
15. Scheduling athletic fixtures with other schools for all our teams from Grade 7 through 12
16. Scheduling buses, officials, and athletic therapists where applicable for athletic fixtures
17. Helping design, purchase, organize, and allocate uniforms
18. Facilitating the ordering, distribution, collection, and maintenance of equipment
19. Managing the budget for Athletics
20. Other duties as assigned

The Head of School invites qualified individuals to apply by February 17, 2025 with cover letter and resume to:

Mr. John Liggett, Head of School

The Country Day School

13415 Dufferin Street

King, ON L7B 1K5

cds.simplication.com

The university-preparatory curriculum at CDS is balanced with extensive athletic, arts and extra-curricular programs. In addition to the relevant educational background, candidates must be willing to become involved in all facets of school life.

The Country Day School offers a positive working environment with a competitive salary, including the Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan where applicable. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible environment where everyone feels valued, respected and supported and welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of this community. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations, please let us know.

All employees of The Country Day School must be able to provide a Vulnerable Sector Screening Report. Only those persons selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls or agencies please.

Situated on a beautiful 100-acre campus in the heart of King Township, The Country Day School offers a challenging university-preparatory program for students (JK-12). For more information about this leading Canadian independent school, please visit www.cds.on.ca.