Director of Student Enrichment: The Colorado Springs School
Position Summary
The Colorado Springs School (CSS) seeks a dynamic, innovative, and collaborative Director of
Student Enrichment. This 12‑month position leads three key areas:
- A traditional Athletic’s portfolio, with vision and leadership for all JK–12 athletics
- Auxiliary Programming that expands and energizes the school’s unique offerings
- Design and launch of CSS’s inaugural Homeschool Enrichment Program, including program development, logistics, and cross‑department collaboration
This role is ideal for a creative problem-solver who can build enthusiasm around distinctive athletic and enrichment experiences, strengthen community connections, and manage complex programs with clarity and care.
Key Responsibilities
1. Athletics Leadership
- Provide vision, leadership, and day‑to‑day oversight for all interscholastic and intramural athletic programs
- Recruit, hire, supervise, and evaluate coaches; foster a positive, student-centered athletic culture
- Develop athletic schedules, coordinate facilities and transportation, and manage game/event operations
- Ensure alignment of athletics with the school’s mission, core values, and academic program
- Oversee league and CHSAA compliance, eligibility, sportsmanship standards, and risk management
- Partner with communications and advancement to highlight student-athletes and promote CSS athletics
2. Auxiliary Programming and Innovation
- Design and oversee mission‑aligned auxiliary programs (e.g., camps, clinics, clubs, weekend/evening offerings, facility rentals) that showcase CSS’s distinctive strengths
- Identify and launch unique athletic and co‑curricular offerings that attract new families and deepen engagement among current students
- Build and maintain community partnerships to expand programming, facilities use, and brand visibility
- Collaborate with business and operations staff on budgeting, pricing, contracts, and revenue goals
- Use data and feedback to refine programs and pilot creative new initiatives each year
3. Homeschool Enrichment Program Development
- Lead the creation and launch of CSS’s inaugural Homeschool Enrichment Program from the ground up
- Design program structure, schedule, course offerings, and student experience in alignment with CSS’s philosophy
- Coordinate logistics including space use, staffing, calendar alignment, and daily operations
- Collaborate with admissions, communications, and business office to market the program, manage inquiries, support enrollment, and track retention
- Serve as primary point of contact for homeschool families; manage caseloads, communication, and ongoing support
- Monitor program quality, gather feedback, and adjust curriculum and operations to ensure high satisfaction and strong outcomes
Desired Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree in education, educational leadership, sport administration, or related field preferred
- Previous experience as an Athletic Director, assistant AD, or in significant athletic program leadership
- Demonstrated success designing or managing auxiliary, after‑school, camp, or enrichment programs
- Experience building programs from concept to implementation (e.g., new initiatives, schools, or divisions)
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple programs, calendars, and constituencies
- Excellent communicator who can partner effectively with faculty, staff, families, and community organizations
- Proven track record as a creative problem solver who enjoys innovation and building momentum around new ideas
- Commitment to the mission, values, and educational philosophy of The Colorado Springs School
Personal Attributes
- Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to build something new while managing existing programs
- Relational leadership style; enjoys being visible at events and connecting with students and families
- High level of integrity, professionalism, and follow‑through
- Enthusiasm for student development, athletics, and experiential education
Salary Range: $68,000–$72,000
To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, and references to [email protected]
Pay: $68,000.00 - $72,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 403(b)
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
