For Internal Use Only (Coach)

RIVERDALE HIGH SCHOOL; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

RIVERDALE HIGH SCHOOL in Portland, Oregon is seeking an Assistant Coach to support the head coach and manage a comprehensive youth program. You will model high ethical standards, oversee development, and cooperate with other sports while promoting athletic participation.

Responsibilities include leading off-season plans, mentoring student-athletes, and ensuring compliance with district policies and season guidelines. Certifications and background checks are required.

Qualifications

• OSAA Coaching Certification required.
• NFHS/ASEP Certification required.
• First Aid Card (CPR and AED trained) required.
• District Fingerprinting/Criminal Check required.

Responsibilities

• Directly responsible to the head coach and carry out duties as assigned.
• Demonstrate competitive spirit and set goals for the team.
• Recruit participants and generate interest in the activity.
• Organize, instruct, and prepare athletes in fundamentals and strategy.

Tools

OSAA Coaching Certification

NFHS/ASEP Certification

First Aid Card (CPR and AED trained)

District Fingerprinting/Criminal Check

Job description

For Internal Use Only (Coach)

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This job is also posted in RIVERDALE SCHOOL DISTRICT

Job Details

Job ID: 5341683

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 26, 2025 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

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 to become effective communicators and responsible leaders.

Coach/Assistant Coach -

Season Dates:

LOCATION

CHARACTERISTICS

REPORTS TO

Athletic Director

STARTING SALARY

Key points of the job description for an Assistant Coach:

• High ethical and professional standards.
• Lead a successful program and oversee all aspects of a comprehensive 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 coach should carry out all duties and responsibilities assigned to them within the rules and regulations of the district. The assistant 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 an assistant coach should possess competencies that enable them to organize, instruct, and prepare athletes in the fundamentals of the game, coach athletes in using these fundamentals in a strategic manner, and play by the rules set forth.

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

• OSAA Coaching Certification
• NFHS/ASEP Certification
• First Aid Card (CPR and AED trained)
• District Fingerprinting/Criminal Check

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.

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 in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Individuals with disabilities may contact Tammie Wing (503.262.4840 or [e-mail]) 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.

Position Type: Limited Term

Job Categories: Athletics & Activities > Coaching

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Derek Duman , Athletic Director
• RIVERDALE SCHOOL DISTRICT
• Email: [e-mail]