The Natick Public Schools Seeks a

Athletics Director -  Natick High School 

Start Date: 07/01/2026

 

We invite you to explore a career with Natick Public Schools! 

 

The Natick Public Schools educate approximately 5,300 students from Pre-K through age 22. We are an innovative, supportive, and high-performing district whose outstanding staff provides high quality services for our diverse students and their families from Natick and Boston. Natick Public Schools is a community dedicated to all students achieving high standards in a safe, trusting, respectful environment where learning is exciting, dynamic, and engaging, and where connectedness and belonging are valued and actively cultivated. We are home to families that speak almost 60 different languages and our student population is approximately 29% Students of Color and 71% White students. With a graduation rate of 97% and 90% of our students attending post-secondary schools, we are proud of our commitment to excellence in educating students to be informed and successful citizens of a global world. 

 

We enthusiastically welcome educators to our district who seek and thrive in a diverse environment that focuses on the whole child in a strengths-based approach. Please partner with us in our mission to support the diversity of our school community, promote and deliver equitable practices for all of our staff, students, and families, and create meaningful connections that enable everyone to feel included and thrive.

 

Job Title	High School Athletics Director	Location	Natick High School
Reports To	High School Principal	Work days/FTE	220 days/1.0 FTE
Salary/Benefits	Salary and benefits per the Educators Association of Natick Unit B Contract (Range: $124,840 - $170,505)	Benefits Eligible?	Yes
Profile of a Natick Educator
JOB GOAL: The Athletics Director at Natick High School is a leader committed to equity, collaboration, and continuous improvement. This position is responsible for planning, directing, and overseeing all aspects of the high school’s highly successful interscholastic athletics program, including 35 different sports and 80 different teams. Natick High School’s athletics program also includes a proud tradition of multiple Unified Sports teams.  The Athletics Director provides leadership in program development, staff hiring and supervision, budgeting, scheduling, and community engagement. This role also ensures that athletics operations comply with district policies, MIAA regulations, and legal requirements while promoting a safe, inclusive, and academically supportive environment for all student-athletes.

 

ANTICIPATED TIMELINE*

March 13, 2026- Job Posted

March 27, 2026 - Posting Closes

Week of 4/1 - Virtual Screenings

Week of 4/6- Round 1 Interviews

Week of 4/13 - Finalist Interviews

Week of 4/20- Reference Checks and Appointment

*Timeline is subject to change

 

EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS

• At least a Master's degree, preferably in educational administration, required
• Massachusetts Administrator Licensure required, either as Supervisor/Director or as a Vice-Principal/Principal, 9 - 12
• SEI Endorsement required
• Prior athletic coaching experience required.
• Prior leadership experience in a school setting is preferred, and certification in athletic administration (e.g., CAA or CMAA) highly valued.
• Strong communication, team-building, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

1. Program Leadership

• Develops, implements, and evaluates a comprehensive athletics program aligned with Natick Public Schools Strategic Plan and MIAA regulations.
• Coordinates the scheduling of all practices, competitions, facilities, and transportation for Natick High School, Kennedy Middle School and Wilson Middle School.
• Ensures timely and accurate submission of required reports, documentation, and data to the MIAA, the Principal and the district, as required.

2. Staff Supervision

• Recruits, hires, supervises, and evaluates coaching staff, the NHS Athletics Department Administrative Assistant, the NHS Assistant Athletics Director, the NHS Athletic Trainer, as well as the Middle School Athletics Coordinators,  in accordance with NPS HR policies.
• Provides ongoing professional development and ensures adherence to coaching expectations, ethical standards, and Title IX guidelines.
• Conducts seasonal coaches’ meetings and maintains documentation of training and certifications.

3. Student Athletics Eligibility and Support

• Oversees academic eligibility processes and collaborates with school administrators to monitor student-athletes’ progress.
• Ensures compliance with physical exam requirements, medical clearances, and participation forms.
• Promotes student well-being, sportsmanship, leadership development, and equitable access to programs.

3. Management of Departmental Procedures and Safety Requirements

• Ensures adherence to MIAA rules, Bay State League policies, district policies, and legal requirements.
• Implements and monitors safety protocols, including concussion management, emergency response procedures, and supervision standards.
• Maintains accurate records, including rosters, accident reports, equipment inventories, and facility usage logs.

4. Budget and Resource Management

• Develops and manages the middle school and high school athletics budget in alignment with district financial policies and practices.
• Oversees procurement, maintenance, and distribution of athletic equipment, uniforms, and supplies for the high school and both middle schools.
• Coordinates facility use, field maintenance, and preparation for athletic events in collaboration with custodial and operations staff, for both middle schools and Natick High School.

5. Communication & Community Relations

• Serves as the primary point of contact for athletics-related inquiries from families, staff, league officials, and community organizations
• Communicates schedules, program expectations, updates, and regulatory changes through established district channels for the high school and both middle schools
• Partners with athletics  booster organizations and collaborates on fundraising activities consistent with district guidelines.
• Hosts regular pre-season family meetings.
• Ensures regular communication between coaches and caregivers
• Engages is regular outreach to families and students to evaluate the program and uses the data to inform program leadership.
• Communicates with town departments as needed, including the Department of Public Works, Natick Recreation Department and the Town Finance Department.
• Represents Natick High School on the Town Committee to select NHS Athletics Hall of Fame inductees.

6. Event Supervision

• Supervises home competitions and major athletic events, including on evenings and weekends, to ensure safety, compliance, and positive spectator behavior.
• Coordinates required staffing for events, including ticketing, security, and medical personnel.
• Makes decisions regarding schedule changes due to inclement weather or unforeseen circumstances.

7. School Leadership

• Participates in regular school Safety Team meetings, and other meetings as assigned.
• Meets regularly with the Principal
• Creates and delivers well-organized presentations to the School Committee on budget and other aspects of the athletics program.
• Other duties as assigned.

SKILLS

• Proven leadership ability, including the capacity to motivate others and foster professional growth.
• An aptitude for managing details.
• A track record of building and maintaining positive, collaborative relationships with school officials, educators, support staff, students, and families.
• Outstanding written and oral communication skill, leadership and interpersonal skills.
• A strong work ethic
• Ability to make independent, sound decisions in alignment with school goals, district policies and procedures.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to multitask and meet time-sensitive deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated flexibility and collaboration in responding effectively to changing needs and priorities.
• Bilingual skills, particularly in Spanish and Portuguese, are highly desirable.
  
  

Physical Demands: 

The work of the Athletic Director is performed in school buildings, athletic facilities, and outdoor environments, including off-site. The physical demands listed below are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

• Requires ability to lift equipment (can be over 25 lbs), set up facilities, and navigate large event spaces as needed. 
• Requires a drivers license, and may require occasional driving of our Redhawk van.
• Remaining stationary for extended periods and operating productivity tools such as computers, iPads, printers, and assistive technology.
• Reading materials from screens, handwritten documents, or printed text, with or without visual aids.
• Positioning oneself to access and maintain files, materials, and resources.
• Communicating effectively in person, via video conference, by telephone, or in writing to ensure accurate understanding and collaboration.
• Observing details at close range to maintain safety and support students.
• Multitasking and responding to multiple demands from various individuals.
• Working in environments with moderate to loud noise levels.

 

SELECTION GUIDELINES

• Formal application
• Rating of education and experience
• Oral interviews
• Reference check
• Successful completion of a performance task
• Strong record of work performance in current and previous roles required
• Successful completion of Criminal Records Check (C.O.R.I.), Sexual Offender Record Check (S.O.R.I.), and fingerprints.

 

The Natick Public Schools do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, creed, color, religion, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, physical and intellectual differences, immigration status, homeless status, or any other class protected by law.