Head Coach - 5th/6th Grade Boys Basketball

RIVERDALE GRADE SCHOOL; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 3,300 - 4,000; Part time

Job summary

Riverdale Grade School in Portland, Oregon, seeks a Head Coach for 5th/6th Grade Boys Basketball for the November 2026–February 2027 season. This limited-term position reports to the Athletic Director and includes coaching responsibilities, program management, and collaboration with district athletics.

The role requires OSAA NFHS/ASEP certifications and First Aid/CPR training. Salary starts at $3,651.80 per year with duties including communication with families and athlete academic support.

Qualifications

• OSAA Coaching Certifications required
• NFHS/ASEP Certification
• First Aid Card (CPR and AED trained)

Responsibilities

• 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 program for athletics.

Job description

Head Coach - 5th/6th Grade Boys Basketball

RIVERDALE SD 51J RIVERDALE GRADE SCHOOL - Portland, Oregon Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in RIVERDALE SCHOOL DISTRICT

Job Details

Job ID: 5898671

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Aug 29, 2026 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.

HeadCoach -5th/6th GradeBoys Basketball

Season Dates:November 2026 - February 2027

LOCATION

Riverdale GradeSchool

CHARACTERISTICS

Limited-Term Coach

REPORTS TO

Athletic Director

STARTING SALARY

$3,651.80

Key points of thejobdescriptionfor a Coach:

• High ethical and professional standards.
• Lead a successful program and oversee all facets of a community 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 program for athletics.

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

• Complete OSAA Coaching Certifications
• 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, racially affirming environment that welcomes and values the diversity of our staff and students. Riverdale School District believes that 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 we 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, as required under 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

Salary: $3,651.80 to $3,651.80 Per Year

Job Categories:

Athletics & Activities > Coaching

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Derek Duman , AD/Assistant Principal
• RIVERDALE SCHOOL DISTRICT
• Email: [e-mail]