Cincinnati, United States of America On-site Employment

IDEA Public Schools is hiring an Athletic Director - IDEA Greater Cincinnati (Future Vacancy for 2026-27)

Responsibilities

  • Establish and maintain a culture of sportsmanship, teamwork, and personal integrity across all athletic activities.
  • Conduct regular on-campus visits two to three times per week during instructional hours to engage with coaches, athletes, and school leaders.
  • Serve as the primary liaison between student-athletes, coaching staff, families, and community partners.
  • Organize and lead preseason orientations for athletes, coaches, and parents to communicate expectations and procedures.
  • Collaborate with the Regional Director of Program Innovation to define and implement a strategic vision and monthly operational plan.
  • Manage end-to-end operations of athletic programs, including scheduling, logistics, and event coordination.
  • Ensure all home games follow standardized, minute-by-minute execution protocols for consistency and professionalism.
  • Be present at all athletic competitions, both home and away, to oversee safety, conduct, and program quality.
  • Develop and distribute practice schedules while ensuring timely communication to all involved parties.
  • Supervise coaches in the proper distribution, tracking, and return of uniforms and athletic equipment.
  • Coordinate student transportation logistics in partnership with First Student and manage fleet coordination for away events.
  • Arrange officiating crews for home games through the Dragonfly platform.
  • Uphold compliance with organizational policies, athletic program standards, and state athletic association regulations.
  • Verify that all coaches maintain current certifications, signed agreements, and required documentation such as student activity permits.
  • Monitor and verify academic standing, physical exam status, and required forms to ensure student-athlete eligibility.
  • Partner with the school’s registrar to generate eligibility reports using student information systems.
  • Distribute weekly updates to staff, families, and stakeholders with key athletic program developments.
  • Maintain consistent communication with campus leadership through routine check-ins and collaboration.
  • Conduct bi-weekly or monthly coaching meetings to align goals, review performance, and reinforce accountability.
  • Enhance visibility and enthusiasm for athletics through announcements, promotional materials, and school events.
  • Encourage student engagement, regular participation, and long-term involvement in sports programs.
  • Build community partnerships and outreach initiatives to strengthen program support and visibility.
  • Support the growth of a competitive, well-structured, and enduring athletic program.
  • Plan and deliver ongoing professional development aligned with coaching staff needs and performance cycles.
  • Conduct monthly evaluations of coaching staff during games or practices as part of the staff development process.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health benefits covering most of the employee premium and subsidized coverage for dependents.
  • Paid Family Leave offering up to eight weeks for birth or adoption, based on tenure and caregiver status.
  • Tuition Reimbursement of up to 50% of qualifying degree costs, capped at $5,250 annually, subject to approval.
  • Employer-paid mental and behavioral health services, including five in-person counseling sessions, unlimited phone counseling, and work-life support.

Compensation

Stipend of $10,000

Work Arrangement

On-site — Greater Cincinnati

Other

  • Part-time role
  • Monthly time and effort expectations
  • Must be committed to the organization's mission of preparing students for success in college, career, and life
  • Thrives in an entrepreneurial, high-growth environment; comfortable with ambiguity and change
  • Seeks and responds well to feedback
  • Works through silos and forges strong cross-departmental relationships
  • Demonstrates problem solving, adaptability and flexibility
  • Good mathematical skills and basic finance understanding
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Posted 2 months ago