Director of Youth Development

ABOUT THE POSITION:
The DYD will be responsible for implementing and sustaining a sound Youth Development program for all students at UD Team, through a sports-based youth development program and student support services. This is a year-round position that reports directly to the School Leader.

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION:
Urban Dove Team Charter School (UD Team) is a distinctive network of sports-based high schools catering to over-aged, under-credited youth. We fuse a robust academic curriculum with sports-based youth development, ensuring our graduates receive a diploma, a stepping stone for higher education, and essential job skills.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serve on the school's leadership team.
• Supervise the Department of Youth Development members.
• Train staff in behavior standards and restorative practices.
• Embed UD Team token economy (TLCs) for behavior.
• Conduct formal observations of coaches in various sessions.
• Lead professional development for the department.
• Address performance issues with staff.
• Oversee coach-student 1:1 session documentation.
• Track team data on behavior, credit, attendance, and scores.
• Collaborate with social workers on Youth Development sessions.
• Secure support for high-need students.
• Manage department budget and equipment inventory.
• Organize sports-based events and logistics.
• Coordinate SBYD space and permits.
• Collaborate with Special Education Coordinator on Restorative Plans.
• Conduct walkthroughs, offering feedback on systems and management.
• Oversee UD Cup competition.
• Enhance positive behavior systems using TLCs.
• Engage and inform parents, ensuring regular communication.
• Implement Restorative Practices.
• Mentor a student group.
• Analyze behavior data.
• Oversee TLC Store and school-wide transitions.
• Host regular staff check-ins.
• Attend School Athletic Competitions.
• Ensure interscholastic League compliance.
• Design and monitor SBYD curriculum.