Head Coach - High School Boys Basketball (2026-27)

Riverdale School District Vision

• Students learn to use their minds well, engage creatively, and act compassionately.

The Riverdale Mission

• Riverdale develops inquisitive, imaginative, and eager learners. Our students demonstrate academic mastery through the exhibition, becoming effective communicators and responsible leaders.

Key points of the job description for a Coach:

• High ethical and professional standards.
• Direct a successful program and oversee all facets of a community-wide youth program.
• Be a role model for student-athletes.
• Cooperate with other school-sponsored sports by encouraging student-athletes to compete in other programs.
• Develop and implement an off-season program.
• Lead student-athletes in the support of other Riverdale School District athletics and activities.

The Coach will be responsible for the following:

• Manage all aspects of the program, including training, practice schedules, and routines.
• Hire and oversee assistant coaches as needed.
• Provide regular communication with parents/families.
• Track the academic progress of all student-athletes in the program and facilitate necessary support to ensure their academic eligibility.
• Cooperate with other school-sponsored sports and encourage athletes to compete in other programs.
• Develop and implement an off-season athletic program.

All coaches will need to complete the following prior to employment:

1. Complete OSAA Coaching Certifications
2. NFHS/ASEP Certification
3. First Aid Card (CPR and AED trained)
4. District Fingerprinting/Criminal Check
5. Additional training as required

Equity Statement

The Riverdale School District strives to create an inclusive and racially-affirming environment that welcomes and values the diversity of our staff and students. Riverdale School District believes that having a diverse faculty and staff reflective of the demographics of the community, country, and world provides significant value to students of color and all students and adults, and will commit to putting practices in place that will lead to a more diverse workforce.

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every qualification on the list above.  We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may come from a less traditional background. We encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every qualification we've described.  If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position or how this would be determined, please contact Human Resources: Tammie Wing (503.262.4840 or twing@riverdale.k12.or.us) to discuss your application.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Riverdale School District recognizes the diversity and worth of all individuals and groups. It is the policy of the Riverdale School District that there will be no discrimination or harassment of individuals or groups based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, marital status, age, veterans’ status, genetic information, or disability in any educational programs, activities, or employment.

Reasonable accommodations for the application and interview process will be provided upon request and as required under the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Individuals with disabilities may contact Tammie Wing (503.262.4840 or twing@riverdale.k12.or.us) for additional information or assistance. Speech/Hearing impaired persons may contact the District for assistance through the Oregon Telecommunications Relay Service at 1-800-735-2900.