Assistant Coach - High School Boys Basketball

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 and become effective communicators and responsible leaders.

 Season Dates: November 17, 2026 through February 20, 2027

Key points of the job description for an Assistant Coach:

• High ethical and professional standards.
• Lead a successful program and oversee all facets of a community youth program.
• Be a role model for high school 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 Assistant Coach will be responsible for the following:

• Directly responsible to the head coach and is expected to carry out the same responsibilities as the head coach when put in charge of a team. The assistant/middle school coach should carry out all duties and responsibilities assigned to them within district rules and regulations. The assistant/middle school coach is expected to follow the policy set by the administrator.
• An assistant coach should display a competitive spirit, possess emotional self-control, set goals and standards for themselves and the team they represent, and reflect the school and district philosophy of athletics.
• An assistant coach should enlist participants and create interest in the activity by whatever means are available.
• The person designated as a coach should possess competencies that enable the coach to organize, instruct, and prepare athletes in the fundamentals of the game; coach athletes to use the fundamentals strategically; and ensure they play by the rules set forth.

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, 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.