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Fairfield Country Day School Director of Athletics

The Fairfield Country Day Athletic Director leads K–9 athletics and physical education with a clear vision that balances school-based participation and external opportunities. This role fosters a mission-aligned athletic culture that supports elite, recreational, and developing athletes alike, emphasizing strong teacher-coach relationships, intentional skill development, teamwork, and sportsmanship. Serving as a bridge between students, families, faculty, and community partners, the Director oversees programs, facilities, facility rentals, and communications to ensure every boy grows as an athlete, teammate, and member of the school community. At FCDS, we believe that athletics, aligned with academics, develops boys who compete, collaborate, and lead with integrity.

FCDS Program

  • K-3 Physical Education
    • Oversee curricular alignment 
  • Grades 4-5 Intramural team sports
    • Fall- Soccer + Flag Football
    • Winter- Ice Hockey + Basketball
    • Spring- Lacrosse + Baseball
  • Grades 6-9 Interscholastic Junior Varsity and Varsity teams
    • Fall- Soccer + Flag Football + Cross Country 
    • Winter- Ice Hockey + Basketball + Fitness
    • Spring- Lacrosse + Baseball + Cross Country 
    • Pickleball offered as an intramural option in the fall and spring

Key Responsibilities

  • Build upon and maintain a developmentally appropriate and inclusive K–9 athletics program that fosters development, school spirit, and teamwork.
  • Build and maintain a strong school athletic identity while collaborating with families and external organizations (e.g., club teams, local leagues) to support well-rounded student-athletes.
  • Adapt programming to reflect trends and best practices in youth sports and physical literacy.
  • Take into account the size of the school and balance with the number of athletic offerings.

Program Operations

  • Hire, train, and evaluate coaching and PE staff; promote a positive and professional team culture.
  • Ensure that training for coaches aligns with FCDS expectations for faculty and staff.
  • Coordinate team logistics including scheduling, transportation, referees, uniforms, and equipment.
  • Oversee compliance with league guidelines, school policies, and safety standards.
  • Attend and build relationships at Fairchester Athletic Director meetings

Student Experience & Safety

  • Promote student-athlete wellness, sportsmanship, and leadership development.
  • Collaborate with the school nurse and counselor on injury prevention, return-to-play protocols, and student well-being.
  • Ensure consistent adult supervision and risk management at all athletic events and practices.

Enrollment & Community Engagement

  • Position FCDS as a leading voice in boys’ physical education and athletic development.
  • Partner with the Director of Enrollment to attract and retain student-athletes who will thrive in the school’s program.
  • Represent athletics at admissions and school events; foster positive relationships with prospective families.
  • Celebrate student-athlete achievement and school spirit through assemblies, publications, and social media.
  • When applicable, advocate for students as they apply to secondary school.

Facility Rentals & Strategic Use

  • Proactively seek and manage rental opportunities for the school’s gymnasium, fields, and hockey rink in alignment with the School’s strategic goals.
  • Work closely with the Director of Operations to manage facilities wear and tear.
  • Balance internal program needs with external revenue-generating opportunities, ensuring alignment with school values.
  • Work with the Business Office and Operations to manage contracts, scheduling, supervision, and billing.

Internal & External Communication

  • Maintain strong, proactive communication with parents about expectations, schedules, team culture, and student progress.
  • Collaborate regularly with division heads, faculty, and operations staff to align athletics with the broader school program.
  • Act as a liaison with external athletic organizations to support healthy participation and cooperation between school and outside sports commitments.
  • Collaborate with the Marketing/Communications team to promote and celebrate FCDS athletics.

Administrative & Budget Oversight

  • Manage the athletics department budget responsibly, aligning resources with program goals.
  • Maintain accurate rosters, records, schedules, and results.
  • Oversee athletic awards and recognitions.
  • Monitor and maintain athletic equipment, uniforms, and facilities.
  • Periodic evening and weekend responsibilities for games, events, and rentals.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s preferred (education, sports administration, or related field).
  • 3–5+ years of experience in athletic administration, coaching, or youth sports leadership.
  • Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and written/verbal communication skills.
  • Proficient in GoogleDocs, Microsoft Office suite
  • Experience with facility operations, rentals, or external partnerships preferred.
  • CPR/AED and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).

TO APPLY
Interested and qualified candidates are invited to contact FCDS. Please provide:
  • A cover letter expressing their interest in this particular position
  • A current résumé
  • A list of five professional references with name, relationship, phone number, and email address of each (references will not be contacted without the candidate’s permission) to Margot Pearce, Head of School: margot.pearce@fairfieldcountryday.org
 
Equal Opportunity Statement
FCDS is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse and inclusive faculty community. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Fairfield Country Day School

2970 Bronson Road, Fairfield, CT 06824
Fairfield Country Day School (FCDS) is a private, all-boys day school in Fairfield, Connecticut.

FCDS admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs.

FCDS is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status.