Athletic Director

Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, Moravian Academy believes that athletics and physical education are an integral part of the student experience. The School’s strong physical education programs are complemented by 48 teams across 15 sports and begin in middle school, with intramural programs soon to expand to lower school. Nearly 80% of upper school students participate in at least one team annually, reflecting our commitment to inclusivity and high levels of participation. Our program emphasizes skill improvement, confidence-building, teamwork, and good sportsmanship. We believe in developing physical skills that allow students to enjoy competitive sports and maintain a healthy lifestyle. At Moravian Academy, we value a commitment to teamwork, ethical sportsmanship, and sound conditioning methods. Our dedication to both academic and athletic success motivates studentathletes to excel on and off the field, nurturing their growth into well-rounded individuals who lead with integrity and strive for excellence. Moravian Academy is a member of the Colonial League, District XI, and the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association (PIAA). Moravian Upper School teams and students have garnered considerable recent success. In the 2022-23 school year, the Boys soccer team, for example, won the State Championship and both the Boys and Girls soccer teams won the Districts. Soccer, golf and tennis are perennial powerhouse sports for the school with many years of teams winning league and district titles and progression to the state tournaments. In Health and Physical Education classes, we teach various sports skills as well as educate students on mental, physical, and emotional health, aligning with our commitment to wellbeing. Athletic facilities on the Merle-Smith campus are outstanding. The 40,000 square foot Athletic and Wellness Center includes two state-of-the-art basketball courts with spectator stands, a multipurpose gym with a rubber composite floor, and a well-equipped fitness center with strength and cardiovascular training equipment, as well as athletic training facilities staffed by St. Luke’s Health Network. Outdoor facilities include game fields for soccer, field hockey, and lacrosse, baseball and softball diamonds, tennis courts, and associated practice fields. The Academy is also in the early stages of adding a turf field to the upper school campus. In addition to the facilities on the MerleSmith campus, both Historic Downtown and Swain Campuses have gymnasium facilities and the Swain Campus has extensive outdoor field space. In several sports, students from across the Historic Downtown and Swain Campuses travel to the upper school for athletics and participate in joint teams. • Bachelor’s Degree required; Master’s degree preferred • Minimum 5-7 years athletic administration experience at the high school or collegiate level • Demonstrated success in coaching, coaching development, hiring, and performance management • Proven ability to build competitive athletic programs • Experience with athletic facilities planning and development • Strong understanding of adolescent development and student-athlete well-bein • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills • Knowledge of PIAA regulations and independent school athletics • Possesses an understanding of the changing nature of college athletics with a deep knowledge of the college athletic recruitment process to provide knowledge, encouragement, and expertise to families, students, and coaches. • Demonstrated leadership and facilitative skills. • Experience with developing and managing a budget. • Possesses a passion for independent school education • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with constituents from the entire school community. • Ability to supervise and manage multiple functions and activities. • Ability to understand and embrace Moravian Academy’s mission and culture. • Ability to balance and prioritize the needs of the school. • Familiarity with learning management systems, Macintosh OS, Google Workspace, Blackbaud • Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging • Collaborates well with colleagues. • Superb people skills; compassionate. Physical Requirements & Working Conditions • Ability to attend evening and weekend athletic events regularly • Ability to travel to away competitions and conferences as needed • Ability to work across multiple campus locations • Standard office environment with regular presence at athletic facilities (indoor and outdoor in varying weather conditions)