Director of Co-Curricular and Athletic Programs

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About **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. Located in the harborside village of Marion, MA, **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. is a boarding and day independent high school that educates 535 students. Tabor is located 15 minutes from culturally rich New Bedford, home to the Whaling National Historical Park; stories from when the city was a station on the Underground Railroad and home to Frederick Douglass; a hub for Blue Economy Corridor innovation; seafood from America’s #1 fishing port; and a landscape that attracts sailors, bikers, and golfers. Established in 1876 by Elizabeth Taber, **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. was named after Mount Tabor in Palestine. Today, Tabor serves students from 23 states and 22 countries. **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. is committed to building a diverse and inclusive community informed by the NAIS Principles of Good Practice – Equity and Justice . Across all areas of school life, we prioritize practices based on MindBrainEducation research; the relational skills of active listening, empathic understanding, critical thinking, and genuine inquiry; and pursuits that actively seek out and invite in diverse perspectives. Summary **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. seeks an experienced administrator dedicated to whole-person education to lead our Co-Curricular and Athletic programs.  The position would have a start date of July 1, 2022. The Director of Co-Curricular and Athletic Programs is responsible for every aspect of Tabor’s afternoon program which includes both a wide and rich selection of co-curricular options as well as a highly competitive, interscholastic athletic program which is a member of the prestigious Independent School League (ISL).  Through the rigorous cultivation of the programs, facilities, and resources that support both the students and the faculty, the Director will oversee an afternoon program that is an extension of Tabor’s broader educational curriculum and mission. The Director will understand and advocate for the place-based opportunities and unique niche our waterfront programs provide in shaping our school’s ethos, appreciating both the life-lessons and liabilities the sea presents. In addition to their administrative responsibilities, the Director should be a visible presence on campus and could potentially serve in the afternoon program one season per year, and will serve as a student advisor, and participate fully in the evening and weekend residential programming unique to a boarding school.  The combination of these additional responsibilities is based on the school’s needs and the particular strengths of the person occupying the role. Housing is provided.   The Director of Co-Curricular and Athletic Programs is a member of the senior leadership team. They will report to the Associate Head of School (a new position at Tabor which will be in place in July 2022). The Director of Co-Curricular and Athletic programs will :  Partner with the Dean of Studies and the Dean of Students in managing and coordinating the full boarding school schedule and experience – academic, co-curricular, and residential.  Oversee all Co-Curricular and Athletics programming staff, program leaders, and assistants.  Regularly evaluate programs, requirements, and opportunities of the afternoon program within the broader context of the boarding school schedule and curriculum, and advocate for changes to enhance the overall program. As such, the director collaborates on the school’s hiring and staffing processes, determining program objectives, and contributes to regular individual evaluation and professional development.   Pursue an understanding of current research on learning science, teaching, and coaching pedagogies, and adolescent development. In partnership with school administration and admissions, support coaches and program leaders in their recruitment of high-level performers and advocate for opportunities for those students to continue their growth trajectory at a high level for post-secondary pursuits. In partnership with the Strategic Marketing and Communication department, develop and manage a sports information system that includes use of social media. Work with program leaders to ensure that potential collegiate student-athletes and student-artists are knowledgeable, supported, and known. Work closely with the CFO to identify and advocate for auxiliary facility use that benefits the school. Sit on the Calendar Committee and collaborate on planning for school-wide events with other areas of school life.  Qualities :  The Director of Co-Curricular and Athletic Programs should be an accomplished school professional in every facet of school life.  They must be personable, organized, versatile, empathic, determined, a proven team player, and possess a tremendous work ethic. The Director will be an excellent communicator in both written and spoken word and will recognize that we must adopt a “customer-service” approach in a way that is mutually beneficial to all involved. The Director of Co-Curricular and Athletic Programs must have a deep understanding of and support for **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***.’s commitments to DEIJB. Additionally, they must be comfortable and direct in collaborating with students, parents, coaches, and colleagues – at Tabor and from peer schools – in matters that are joyful and occasionally difficult. When challenges arise, the Director will solve problems and negotiate conflicts to find solutions.  Above all, the Director of Co-Curricular and Athletic Programs must be a committed and engaged leader for a talented collection of eager co-curricular participants and ISL competitors, and an energetic and initiative-driven participant in an administration focused on advancing the mission and vision of **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***..       Competencies: Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, Blackbaud (or similar) LMS.  Qualifications: Minimum: Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and interest in working with teenagers. Preferred: Experience in residential programs and secondary or post-secondary instruction. Physical Requirements: Ability to lift 25-30 pounds and move, without impediment, throughout facilities. Ability to sit for extended periods, and ability to stand/walk for sustained periods of time. To Apply:   Electronic materials only. Please email the following credential to **** with “Director of Co-Curriculars and Athletics” in the subject line. Credentials required:    **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. Employment Application Cover Letter expressing interest in this position Current Resume  Three References  **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. eagerly encourages applications from groups traditionally underrepresented in independent school communities.  **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of age, gender, religion, race, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or national or ancestral origin in the administration of its educational policies, scholarship and loan programs, athletic and other Academy-administered programs, or in the administration of its hiring and employment practices.   ,@type:JobPosting,responsibilities: Competencies: Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, Blackbaud (or similar) LMS.  Qualifications: Minimum: Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and interest in working with teenagers. Preferred: Experience in residential programs and secondary or post-secondary instruction. Physical Requirements: Ability to lift 25-30 pounds and move, without impediment, throughout facilities. Ability to sit for extended periods, and ability to stand/walk for sustained periods of time. To Apply:   Electronic materials only. Please email the following credential to **** with “Director of Co-Curriculars and Athletics” in the subject line. Credentials required:    **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. Employment Application Cover Letter expressing interest in this position Current Resume  Three References  **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. eagerly encourages applications from groups traditionally underrepresented in independent school communities.  **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of age, gender, religion, race, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or national or ancestral origin in the administration of its educational policies, scholarship and loan programs, athletic and other Academy-administered programs, or in the administration of its hiring and employment practices.   ,validThrough:2022-04-21T04:00:00Z,title:Director of Co-Curricular and Athletic Programs,datePosted:2022-02-19T12:37:51Z}

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