Director of Athletics

Fairfield Country Day School Director of Athletics

The Fairfield Country Day Athletic Director leads K-9 athletics and physical education with a clear vision that balances school-based participation and external opportunities. This role fosters a mission-aligned athletic culture that supports elite, recreational, and developing athletes alike, emphasizing strong teacher-coach relationships, intentional skill development, teamwork, and sportsmanship. Serving as a bridge between students, families, faculty, and community partners, the Director oversees programs, facilities, facility rentals, and communications to ensure every boy grows as an athlete, teammate, and member of the school community.

At FCDS, we believe that athletics, aligned with academics, develops boys who compete, collaborate, and lead with integrity.

• K-3 Physical Education
  • Oversee curricular alignment
• Grades 4-5 Intramural team sports
  • Fall - Soccer + Flag Football
  • Winter - Ice Hockey + Basketball
  • Spring - Lacrosse + Baseball
• Grades 6-9 Interscholastic Junior Varsity and Varsity teams
  • Fall - Soccer + Flag Football + Cross Country
  • Winter - Ice Hockey + Basketball + Fitness
  • Spring - Lacrosse + Baseball + Cross Country
  • Pickleball offered as an intramural option in the fall and spring

• Build upon and maintain a developmentally appropriate and inclusive K-9 athletics program that fosters development, school spirit, and teamwork.
• Build and maintain a strong school athletic identity while collaborating with families and external organizations (e.g., club teams, local leagues) to support well-rounded student-athletes.
• Adapt programming to reflect trends and best practices in youth sports and physical literacy.
• Take into account the size of the school and balance with the number of athletic offerings.

• Hire, train, and evaluate coaching and PE staff; promote a positive and professional team culture.
• Ensure that training for coaches aligns with FCDS expectations for faculty and staff.
• Coordinate team logistics including scheduling, transportation, referees, uniforms, and equipment.
• Oversee compliance with league guidelines, school policies, and safety standards.
• Attend and build relationships at Fairchester Athletic Director meetings

• Promote student-athlete wellness, sportsmanship, and leadership development.
• Collaborate with the school nurse and counselor on injury prevention, return-to-play protocols, and student well-being.
• Ensure consistent adult supervision and risk management at all athletic events and practices.

• Position FCDS as a leading voice in boys' physical education and athletic development.
• Partner with the Director of Enrollment to attract and retain student-athletes who will thrive in the school’s program.
• Represent athletics at admissions and school events; foster positive relationships with prospective families.
• Celebrate student-athlete achievement and school spirit through assemblies, publications, and social media.
• When applicable, advocate for students as they apply to secondary school.

• Proactively seek and manage rental opportunities for the school's gymnasium, fields, and hockey rink in alignment with the School's strategic goals.
• Work closely with the Director of Operations to manage facilities wear and tear.
• Balance internal program needs with external revenue-generating opportunities, ensuring alignment with school values.
• Work with the Business Office and Operations to manage contracts, scheduling, supervision, and billing.

• Maintain strong, proactive communication with parents about expectations, schedules, team culture, and student progress.
• Collaborate regularly with division heads, faculty, and operations staff to align athletics with the broader school program.
• Act as a liaison with external athletic organizations to support healthy participation and cooperation between school and outside sports commitments.
• Collaborate with the Marketing/Communications team to promote and celebrate FCDS athletics.

• Manage the athletics department budget…