Position Summary

Perkiomen School seeks an Athletic Director to lead a comprehensive interscholastic athletic program that advances the School's mission to inspire students to risk becoming their best. As a member of the Senior Administrative Team, the Athletic Director provides strategic leadership for an athletic program that develops scholar-athletes of character, leadership, resilience, and competitive excellence.

Perkiomen students are scholars who compete. The athletic program includes middle school, junior varsity, varsity, and elite teams that challenge students to pursue excellence while fostering sportsmanship, wellness, teamwork, and personal growth. As the School enters the Friends Schools Athletic League (FSAL) in Fall 2026, the Athletic Director will play a critical role in shaping the future of Perkiomen athletics and elevating the student-athlete experience.

Essential Responsibilities

Leadership & Program Development

• Provide strategic leadership for all athletic programs, coaches, and student-athletes.
• Champion a culture that values competitive excellence, sportsmanship, integrity, leadership, and student well-being.
• Develop and implement a vision for athletics that aligns with the School's mission and strategic priorities.
• Lead the successful integration of Perkiomen School into the Friends Schools Athletic League.
• Serve as the head coach of one interscholastic sport.

Personnel Leadership

• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate coaches and athletic staff.
• Foster a culture of professional growth and continuous improvement among coaches.
• Ensure all coaches adhere to School policies, league regulations, and best practices in student-athlete development.
• Promote collaboration and communication across athletic programs and departments.

Student-Athlete Development

• Support the academic, athletic, and personal success of student-athletes.
• Partner with faculty, advisors, residential life staff, and administrators to ensure a holistic student experience.
• Encourage leadership development, character education, and healthy habits through athletics.
• Serve as a visible and engaged presence at practices, competitions, and campus events.

Operations & Administration

• Oversee athletic schedules, transportation, facilities usage, equipment management, and game-day operations.
• Develop, manage, and steward the athletic department budget.
• Ensure compliance with league, conference, and state athletic association requirements.
• Maintain appropriate records and oversee risk management, health, and safety protocols.
• Collaborate with campus partners to ensure athletic facilities support student success and program growth.

Community Engagement & Enrollment

• Partner with the Admissions Office to support enrollment and recruitment efforts.
• Serve as an ambassador for the School with prospective families, alumni, community partners, and athletic organizations.
• Collaborate with the Communications and Marketing Office to celebrate athletic achievements and promote the School's athletic programs.
• Build strong relationships with college coaches and support student-athletes through the college recruitment process.

Residential Life & School Community

• Support the residential program as assigned by the Associate Head of School for Student Life.
• Serve as a faculty advisor to a small group of students.
• Contribute actively to the life of the School community beyond athletics, embracing the responsibilities and opportunities of a boarding and day school environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred.
• Demonstrated success in athletic administration, coaching, educational leadership, or a related field.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience managing budgets, personnel, and complex scheduling.
• Commitment to working with adolescents in a boarding and day school environment.
• Understanding of independent school athletics and the college recruitment process preferred.

Desired Characteristics

• Collaborative and relationship-centered leader.
• Passion for developing young people through athletics.
• Strategic thinker with strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Visible, approachable, and engaged member of the school community.
• Commitment to fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment for all students.
• Ability to inspire excellence while building a culture of belonging and support.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to attend practices, competitions, meetings, and school events, including evenings and weekends.
• Ability to move throughout campus and athletic facilities and occasionally lift athletic equipment.

Application Information

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and three professional references to:

Carol Dougherty
Associate Head of School
cdougherty@perkiomen.org

About Perkiomen School

Independent, coeducational boarding and day school grades 6-12 with boarding in grades 6-12. Located in Greater Philadelphia (Montgomery County) with easy access to the Lehigh Valley and the New York metropolitan area. **About the School Perkiomen School, located in Pennsylvania, is a private, boarding and day school inspiring students in grades 6-12 and post-graduates to risk becoming their best. Perkiomen is the only college preparatory school in the Mid-Atlantic that balances the search for a fulfilling life with the demands of the new economy. Merging a liberal arts foundation with a future-focused approach, we are evolving education. With a close-knit community that celebrates diversity, ambition, and empathy, Perkiomen's innovative educational model gives students a distinct competitive edge in their academics, careers, and lives. **The Academic Options: 30 AP® classes. Outstanding arts programs. Three Institutes - Artificial Intelligence, Entrepreneur, and Medical. **The Personal Experience: A faculty-student ratio of 7:1. Average class size of 11. A culture of caring teachers who know you and will inspire you to risk becoming your best. **The People: Students w...ho are here because they want to excel. Globally diverse with 22 countries represented. Differences are not just affirmed but celebrated and cultivated. A trusted community that feels like a family. **The Sports: Interscholastic competition starting in sixth grade. An opportunity for every athlete at every level. Championships and opportunity for recruitment. Recent graduates playing at Division I, II & III colleges, and universities. **The College Support: Three full-time college counselors. On-site testing. More than 120 colleges and universities visiting every year. Personalized approach to find your right-fit university. **The Place: 185 lovely acres. Beautiful buildings, historic and new. On-site Innovation Center. Expansive playing fields, a pool, and home-away-from-home residence halls. Two hours from New York City and one hour from Philadelphia. **The Financial Aid: More than $6 million in scholarships and financial assistance available. **The Workplace: Eclectic and energetic faculty and staff work, live, and breath the educational experience. This community engages in formal and in-formal professional development. Faculty and staff have access to a well-equipped fitness center, multiple music and art facilities, and a Carnegie Library for personal use. The rural-suburban town has options for community members at all life/career stages. Within five minutes of campus there are grocery stores, several top-flight gyms, and restaurants. A quick 30-minute drive opens doors to skiing, hiking, foodie options, and luxury shopping. The work community quickly becomes a home. Perkiomen School is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

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