Assistant Director of Athletic Programming

About Mastery:

We believe educational inequity is the most pressing social problem facing our country and the civil rights issue of our day. Mastery exists to help solve this problem. Our ultimate goal is to create a model urban school district that serves all students with excellence. We are organized around one driving mission: All students learn the academic and personal skills they need to be truly prepared for postsecondary success and able to pursue their dreams. To fulfill this mission, we attend to the whole child – academically and emotionally – matching high expectations for students with high levels of support.

Mastery Charter Schools is a nonprofit network of more than 24 schools serving over 14,000 students in Philadelphia and Camden.   We are the largest turnaround school operator in the nation and have been lauded by President Obama and the US Department of Education for our ability to dramatically boost academic achievement in historically low-performing schools.

We know neighborhood schools matter, all students deserve access to a great education, and the people in our buildings can grow and develop sustainably to make the biggest impact possible in this work.

Mastery's Equity Vision:

We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are essential to achieving our mission.

We strive to be an anti-racist school district that eliminates the inequities in academic achievement that limit our students’ choices; that cultivates classrooms where every student is affirmed, supported, and held to high expectations; and that nurtures a diverse organization where students, staff, and families are valued, respected, and included.

Position Summary:

The Assistant Director of Athletic Programming is responsible for supporting schools in their efforts to develop athletics offering and programming designed to increase opportunities for Mastery student participation in PA and NJ. Ensure compliance with state and district policies around athletic; systematic management of all administrative and operational needs associated with program development and implementation and/or the maintenance of facilities, fields and equipment; management and organization of human resource responsibilities; comprehensive development of financial plans and budget(s) in accordance with Mastery budgetary guidelines; adherence to established athletics policies and procedures and formulation and/or adaptation of new policies when appropriate; and the development and facilitation of promotional strategies through the use of all types of media and technology. Reporting to, and working closely with the Senior Director of School Culture, this person will collaborate with other Network Support Team (NST) staff, school-based personnel, local district offices, and community partners to ensure alignment of resources to meet the needs of our students and families (as it relates to athletics).

• Develop and implement vision for Mastery athletic programming and expansion
• Develop professional development scope and sequence for campus Athletic Directors and Coaches
• Ensure schools are in compliance with state and local athletic policies
• Support schools in coordinating logistics related to athletic programming
• Provide onboarding training for new athletic directors
• Collaborate with NST Finance and HR to ensure compliance for budgeting and staffing for athletics
• Curate athletic opportunities for campus participation in middle and elementary grades
• Support the development and execution of middle school athletics across network aligned to feeder programs
• Support the development and execution of competitive and non-competitive intermural sports offerings
• Monitor participation and compliance for co-op sports
• Develop community partners to support implementation of athletic programming
• Collaborate with the Communications Team to promote and celebrate campus achievements relative to athletics
• Analyze and drive data on participation and impact of athletic participation on student achievement and attendance
• Maintains rosters, contracts, permits, etc. for athletic programming of all schools 

• Ability to analyze data and develop effective data-driven action plans
• Technology proficiency (Learning Management Systems, Student Information System, Excel, Google tools, etc.)
• Proven record of building power partnerships with families that support students’ academic development
• High degree of emotional intelligence and adaptive leadership skills
• Ability to develop strategic community partners
• Ability to effectively manage time and resources to meet simultaneous deadlines across multiple projects
• Focused on equitable outcomes for all students
• Ability to lead within a fast-paced, dynamic, and rapidly-changing environment
• Zest, a sense of humor, a strong work ethic, and a one team spirit
• Thorough knowledge of: the principles, rules, materials and equipment required for a variety of athletic activities, and especially those used in municipal athletic programs
• Ability to research and analyze campus athletic program needs
• Exercise initiative and independent judgment in properly coordinating athletic programs 

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field preferred, with coursework and/or certifications in Physical Education, Health and Exercise Science, etc.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience leading in a historically underserved community
• Experience working as an Athletic Director
• Experience with building community partnerships preferred
• Experience building strong home/school partnerships preferred

• Ability to physically perform the essential duties of the role – either on-site or remotely (as indicated), and to work in the environmental conditions required, such as: traveling to network campuses; maneuvering in office spaces (including standing, walking, sitting for long periods of time, speaking loudly and clearly, seeing and hearing things both near and far away); stooping, kneeling, reaching file cabinets/shelves; fine finger and hand manipulation in use of computer, chalkboard, dry erase, &/or projectors; filing, faxing, scanning, coping, typing, mailing, and making phone calls; sitting for up to two (2) hours looking at a computer monitor, using a keyboard/mouse, and typing. 

• Position requires local travel to Mastery and other sites. Must have access to reliable transportation.

Mastery's Benefits Package:

We offer a full benefits program and opportunities for professional growth. Some of our most popular benefits include our 403(b) retirement plan for PA employees (with a 5% match from Mastery), enrollment in the State of New Jersey Pension Plan for NJ employees, a robust Employee Assistance Program, mental health and counseling programs, an annual Professional Development Fund, and discounts and perks at a myriad of retailers, travel organizations, insurance providers, and so much more, as well as a Benefits VIP Helpdesk to help you navigate various benefits-related topics!

Please go here to see all of our Benefits offerings!

Mastery's Annual Calendar:

As you plan to make Mastery your new work home, please feel free to review our PA Academic Calendar for SY 22/23 and our NJ Academic Calendar for SY 22/23. We like to think our calendar is a benefit of working here too!

Mastery Charter Schools is an equal opportunity employer and actively encourages applications from people of all backgrounds. Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience.

UPDATE AS OF January 2023 - Please review Mastery’s Health and Safety Plans here to learn about our approach to vaccination and testing as well as our response to COVID-19. For ongoing positions, Mastery roles are designated as in-person, with regular on-site responsibilities, unless otherwise noted.  As such, Employees must be able to support Mastery Schools’ academic plan and business strategies on-site – at a Mastery campus - as required.  

Exceptions to this requirement will be considered on an individualized basis.