About Grace

Grace Church School is a JK–12, independent school located on two nearby campuses in downtown New York City. An Episcopal school, welcoming children of all faiths and of none, Grace believes in the inherent, precious dignity of every individual and seeks to provide an outstanding education worthy of our common humanity.

Grace is a school of big ideas, and our structured curriculum promotes academic excellence through a pedagogy of joy: an approach that reflects our belief that joy is the fuel of academic achievement, and that students learn best when motivated by delight, wonder, curiosity, and purpose. We work hard to nurture a culture of dignity and belonging, and we seek to foster in each student skills of intellectual excellence and habits of ethical virtue. Grounded in tradition, the school remains ever open to innovation, looking to the best research on the science of learning and the craft of teaching to advance the timeless values and aspirations of our missio n (https://www.gcschool.org/about-gcs/mission-statement) . In the high school division, students are challenged to reach their full potential, ask essential questions, and wrestle with complex ideas, working to solve real-world problems, and participate in the interconnected global community.

About the Position

The Assistant Athletic Director will support the day-to-day operations of the Middle and High School Athletics programs. As the support administrator for the school’s athletic programs, the position assists the Athletic Director with running a program that is consistent with the school’s mission, policies, standards, and values.

The Assistant Athletic Director is expected to teach one lab studies day course and be a high school advisor.

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor's Degree

• Coaching experience

• Athletic Administration experience preferred

• Possess a broad knowledge of many sports.

• Knowledge of the overall operations of an athletic program.

• Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to handle multiple tasks and consistently meet deadlines

• High level of integrity, diplomacy, and initiative

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

• Flexibility, sense of humor, and willingness to assist with administrative tasks in a fast-paced team environment

• High regard for confidentiality 

• Demonstrated commitment and experience working in a diverse, multicultural school community  

   

  Responsibilities:

• Assist in the day-to-day operation of Middle School and High School Athletics

• Assist in the hiring and training of the middle school and high school coaching staff

• Assist in the evaluation of Coaches

• Management of GraceNet athletics portal: coaches, rosters and athletic schedules, and team pages.

• Assist in score reporting for the school website and league documents

• Assist in Scheduling and securing facility space for all Middle School and High School practices and games

• Ensuring officials are scheduled and confirmed for all school contests.

• Coordinate transportation for middle school and high school teams

• Support in supervising home middle school and high school athletic contests 

• Work with the training staff and nurses to ensure medical forms are up to date and injuries are reported and tracked                                     

• Help coordinate AED / CPR training for coaches, along with other mandated certifications for coaches

  Compensation & Benefits

  This is a full-time faculty position, and the expected salary will be based on the faculty salary scale, ranging from $68,000–$155,040 commensurate with education, experience, and total workload. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes: medical, dental, vision, life/disability, flexible spending accounts, generous 403(b) contributions with immediate vesting and access to $3100 in professional development funds per year, beginning in your second year of employment.

  Compensation for coaching is paid separately according to an hourly stipend rate.

  Grace Church School is an equal opportunity employer. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all students, staff, and faculty. At Grace we embrace the diversity of diversities in our community, and we welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. Candidates for the position should be willing to engage actively and thoughtfully within a school committed to academic and ethical excellence, one that honors the dignity of all.

   

  How to Apply

  To apply, visit our website and submit a cover letter and résumé for consideration

   

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