Athletic Director - Part-time (26-27 SY
Listed on 2026-08-22
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Education / Teaching
Youth Development
About Freire Schools
Established in 1999, Freire Schools ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).) is a network of four charter schools across Philadelphia and Delaware whose mission is to prepare students from historically underserved communities for success in college and beyond. We’re distinguished by our belief in every student who walks through our doors, our strong code of conduct and commitment to peace that ensures a safe environment for all, our sense of family throughout our community, and our joyous and engaged classrooms that focus on academic achievement.
As evidence of our impact, in 2023 Stanford’s Center for Research on Education Outcomes ranked Freire Schools in the top 15 in the country for academic gains out of 368 charter networks nationwide.
About Freire Schools
Established in 1999, Freire Schools () is a network of four charter schools across Philadelphia and Delaware whose mission is to prepare students from historically underserved communities for success in college and beyond. We’re distinguished by our belief in every student who walks through our doors, our strong code of conduct and commitment to peace that ensures a safe environment for all, our sense of family throughout our community, and our joyous and engaged classrooms that focus on academic achievement.
As evidence of our impact, in 2023 Stanford’s Center for Research on Education Outcomes ranked Freire Schools in the top 15 in the country for academic gains out of 368 charter networks nationwide.
About The Team
For this part time Athletic Director position, you’ll be working for our high school in Wilmington, Delaware called Freire Charter School Wilmington (8th-12th Grade):
Freire is all about Graduation x 2 – graduation from high school and from college. We challenge our students to achieve higher than they ever have before, and we give them the support they need to get there, including individualized college counseling. 95% of The Class of 2025 received acceptances into 52 unique colleges and universities and earned nearly $4.3M in scholarship award offers.
This success is possible because the Freire Wilmington community is a true family, where students and teachers work together to build the future each student wants and deserves.
Freire Charter Wilmington: 201 W 14th St, Wilmington, DE 19801
What You’ll Do
As the Athletic Director, you ll develop and execute a comprehensive athletic program that aligns with the school s mission and values, fostering a positive and inclusive environment for student-athletes. You ll implement strategies that support student behavior and sportsmanship, promote social-emotional growth through athletics, and build a strong sense of belonging, teamwork, and respect across all teams and the broader school community.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate and manage all logistics related to practices, games, and tournaments, including transportation and facility usage.
- Collaborate with school administration, teachers, and parents to ensure that student-athletes maintain academic success while participating in sports.
- Implement and enforce policies and procedures related to athletic eligibility, behavior, and safety.
- Foster positive relationships with students, parents, and the broader community to enhance support for the athletic program.
- Oversee budgetary considerations for the athletic department and make fiscally responsible decisions.
- Promote sportsmanship, teamwork, and respect among student-athletes, coaches, and spectators.
You possess an unwavering belief that our student-athletes are capable of success, and you both exude and cultivate our values of equity, love, critical thinking, and diversity—both on the field and in the classroom. We’re looking for someone who meets the minimum requirements to be considered for the role. If you meet these requirements, you are encouraged to apply.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor s degree
- Previous experience in athletic administration, coaching, or related roles.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire coaches and student-athletes.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge of rules and regulations…
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