Athletics Director

The Learning Center for the Deaf; Framingham (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Learning Center for the Deaf seeks an Athletics Director to lead its Athletics Department, ensuring alignment with the organizational mission. This full-time position requires supervision of athletic activities, staff management, and budget oversight, with a strong emphasis on inclusion and diversity. Candidates must demonstrate leadership and effective communication skills, and be fluent in American Sign Language.

Benefits

Sign-on Bonus of $1,500

Housing Resources Available

Tuition Reimbursement

Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance options

Employer-Matching 403(b)

Generous Time Off Benefits

Flexible Spending and Dependent Care

Qualifications

• Conversational fluency in American Sign Language required; native/fluent preferred.
• Previous experience as an Athletics Director or similar role is preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate all activities of the Athletics Department.
• Provide supervision and safe environment for athletic programs.
• Manage budgets and staff for athletic events.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Knowledge of sport-specific rules

Education

Bachelor's Degree in sports, education, childhood development, family studies, or recreation

Tools

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

OSHA Certification

Medical Certifications

Job description

Description

Athletics

Exempt/Salary

11-Month

(12-Month)

Full-time

Salary Pay Range: $70,000.00 - $85,000.00

In-Person

American Sign Language Required

$1,500 Sign-on Bonus

Housing Resources Available

Tuition Reimbursement

Benefits Options May Include: Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Employer-Matching 403(b), Generous Time Off Benefits, Flexible Spending and Dependent Care, and more!

About TLC:

The Learning Center for the Deaf is a nationally-recognized leader of services for deaf and hard of hearing children, adults and families. To learn more, click the following link, https://www.tlcdeaf.org/about/pioneer-and-innovator.

For our Mission, click the following link, https://www.tlcdeaf.org/our-mission-and-values

TLC Diversity Statement:

The Learning Center for the Deaf is on a journey to create an inclusive and welcoming space for people of all backgrounds. Together, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates our TLC community members' diverse narratives. We embrace and value multiple approaches, experiences, and perspectives. TLC believes that diversity fosters innovation. We are committed to cultivating a place where everyone can feel they belong.

About Marie Philip School:

MPS enrolls nearly 200 deaf and hard of hearing students on our Framingham, MA campus in an ASL/English bilingual, bicultural educational model.

About Walden School:

Walden School is a nationally-recognized residential therapeutic and education program for deaf children and youth ages 8 to 22 who have often experienced significant adverse childhood events as well as language deprivation.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Athletics Director is primarily responsible for directing and coordinating all activities of the Athletics Department. The Director ensures the education of athletes is in alignment with The Learning Center for the Deaf’s mission statement.

SUPERVISOR: Director of Student Services

FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide supervision, guidance, and a safe environment for TLC athletics and after school programs.

Preparing budgets and allocating spending on items related to athletic programs.

Manage athletic staff and all activities/events related.

Collaborate with athletic associations, leagues, and officials related to all aspects of their role with TLC.

Determine the time allocated for athletic related activities and events.

Ensure transportation arrangements are communicated and managed in a timely manner.

Record keeping and data collection related to athletic programs and activities.

Coordinate athletic clinics and strength/conditioning programs.

Ensure compliance and legal requirements to maintain a safe environment at all times.

May be delegated and trained to conduct medication administration or certain medical procedure responsibilities for students.

Physical activity and lifting may be required when working with TLC students, however, TLC embraces and celebrates a spirit of inclusion and diversity, and reasonable accommodations and modifications will be made whenever possible. The diversity of our student population may require that some assignments have a heavier physical responsibility due to safety.

Required to travel, attend athletic related events, and drive students to tournaments and games. Additional driving responsibilities as needed.

Perform other tasks as assigned by the Department Supervisor and/or Program Leader.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

The Learning Center for the Deaf provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, pregnancy, gender identity/expression, age, criminal record, disability, sexual orientation, familial status, veteran status, marital status and any other legally protected characteristic.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

TLC embraces and celebrates a spirit of inclusion and diversity, and reasonable accommodations and modifications will be made whenever possible.

Requirements

• Previous experience as Athletics Director, youth coordinator, coach in the athletics and after school programs, including knowledge of issues and priorities important to the students’ needs preferred
• Bachelor's Degree required, in sports, education, childhood development, family studies, or recreation
• Supervise employees and organize athletic programs and activities
• Knowledge of sport-specific rules and regulations
• A minimum of conversational fluency in American Sign Language required, with native, or near-native ASL fluency preferred
• ASL Classes may be required based on ASL fluency
• Ability to demonstrate professionalism, strong communication skills, and a team player approach
• Ability to work independently under general supervision and work nights and weekends as needed
• CPR, First Aid, OSHA, and Medical Certifications are required and can be obtained on the job if needed
• A valid driver’s license and a clean driving record
• Obtain National Federation High School Coach’s Certification within the first year of employment