Assistant Director of Athletic Programming

Assistant Director of Athletic Programming

Philadelphia, PA

Network Support - Culture /

Full-Time 2026-27 School Year /

On-site

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About Mastery:

Founded in 2001, Mastery Schools is a public charter network of 23 K-12 schools in Philadelphia and Camden, serving more than 14,000 students.

At Mastery, we're on a mission to provide all students with the academic and personal skills they need to succeed after graduation and pursue their dreams. Student achievement is not just a goal for our organization; it''s the reason we exist, and every member of our team is dedicated to securing student success. We are also committed to pursuing equity, actively disrupting systemic racism, and addressing the disparities that limit our students'' choices.

Our culture is built on respect, service, and the belief that the success of our students, their families, and the communities we serve will help us achieve our mission. We foster a positive, open, and inclusive environment where honesty, humor, and continuous improvement are celebrated.

Join us in creating a model urban school district that serves all students with excellence. Together, we can make a lasting impact.

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).

Duties and Responsibilities:

• 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

Qualifications:

• 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

Education and Experience:

• 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

Physical/Environmental:

• 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.

Other Requirements:

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

Salary and Bonus Information:

• The Assistant Director of Athletic Programming at Mastery can expect a starting salary between $73,200 to $99,800, based on education and experience, with opportunities for growth as your career progresses. Each offer is made in alignment with Mastery's compensation philosophy and commitment to pay equity, ensuring fairness and consistency across our team.

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 for full-time employees), 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 access to the HealthAdvocate Helpdesk to help you navigate various benefits-related topics. Please go here to see all of our Benefits offerings!

Annual Calendar:

As you plan to make Mastery your new work home, please feel free to review our calendar here. We like to think our calendar is a benefit of working here too!

Why You Should Apply:

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they can perform every job description task. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may come from a less traditional background. Mastery may consider an equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist Mastery''s Talent Acquisition Team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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