Athletic Director

THE AMERICAN SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF

ANNOUNCES AN OPENING FOR

ATHLETICS DIRECTOR

CLOSING DATE: Open Until filled

REVISED: 12/19/2025

POST: 12/19/2025

The American School for the Deaf (ASD) maintains written Job Descriptions for most jobs. The Job Description is a guide to the basic and essential functions of each job; it is not an all-inclusive list of responsibilities. These Descriptions are revised to meet the changing needs of ASD at the sole discretion of the executive leadership team and/or in accordance with guidelines and standards set for an approved private special education program.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Title: Athletics Director

Department: Athletics

Supervisor: Student Life Director or Designee

Description: Full time, Exempt, 12 Months Benefits Eligible

Union Status: Non-Collective Bargaining (non-union)

SCOPE OF DUTIES:

The Athletic Director will be responsible for guiding and coordinating all activities of both the After School (ASP) and Athletics Programs. The Director will work with the Associate Director(s) of Student Life and the Dean(s) of Students in creating structured activities for the residential students for both PACES and Core Programs.

PRIMARY DUTIES

Athletics:

After School Programs (ASP):

Athletics/ASP Programs:

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Able to communicate in a professional manner
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Physical Education, Sports Management, Athletics Administration or related field
• Has or pursuing appropriate CT SDE Teaching Certification
• Has or pursuing National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association Certification
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Physical Education or Athletic-Related field, preferably in a program for deaf students, elementary to high school.
• Knowledge of union contract and seniority rules.
• Proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL).

ASD is ALL ways able. If you require an accommodation to apply for this position, please contact the Human Resources Department.

The American School for the Deaf does not discriminate on the basis of an individual's age, ancestry, color, genetic information, learning disability, marital status, past or present history of mental disability, intellectual disability, national origin, physical disability, race, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, transgender status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or civil union status) work place hazards to reproductive systems, and criminal record (in state employment and licensing).

All applicants will be screened, and the most highly qualified applicants will be invited to interview.