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Assistant Varsity Football Coach

On-site Part-time

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Experience Level

Experience

Qualifications

- Proven experience in coaching football at the high school level or equivalent.- Strong understanding of the game and effective coaching strategies.- Ability to motivate and inspire student-athletes.- Commitment to fostering a positive team environment and promoting sportsmanship.- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.- Dedication to the principles of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.

About the job

Riverdale Country School, an esteemed independent all-gender institution serving Pre-K through Grade 12 in New York City, is committed to nurturing students to lead meaningful lives driven by purpose. Our culture promotes academic excellence, critical thinking, and an insatiable curiosity, all supported by a rich and inclusive community. At Riverdale, we emphasize both high challenges and robust support, encouraging students to immerse themselves in interdisciplinary learning, research, and experiential education both within and beyond the classroom. This holistic educational philosophy aims to cultivate well-rounded individuals poised to make a positive impact in the world.
 
We are proud to reflect the diversity of the New York metropolitan area within our student body, faculty, and staff. We believe that a diverse and inclusive community enriches the educational experience and is crucial to our mission. With approximately 1,300 students hailing from 117 different zip codes, Riverdale thrives as a vibrant community where 48% of our students identify as students of color.
 
We are seeking dedicated educators and leaders who adopt a student-centered approach, exhibit a passion for their work, and are committed to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB), while contributing to the growth and development of our entire school community.
 
Riverdale Athletics is devoted to providing a profound athletic experience for each student-athlete, emphasizing maximum participation, sportsmanship, and integrity while balancing the demands of academics and athletics. We aim to recruit coaches who embody the values of both Riverdale Athletics and Riverdale Country School.
 
Our coaching staff is passionate about their sports, their student-athletes, and their teams. As public-facing representatives of the school and its interscholastic athletic activities, coaches should primarily be viewed as educators who employ effective teaching methodologies and possess comprehensive knowledge in their discipline. Key attributes for successful coaching include effective planning, instructional skills, the ability to establish expectations, and the capacity to motivate and guide student-athletes.
 
Coaches are expected to set high standards and anticipate strong levels of effort and commitment, while also recognizing the physical and emotional challenges of competitive sports alongside the academic expectations at Riverdale Country School.

About Riverdale Country School

Riverdale Country School is a prestigious independent all-gender school in New York City, dedicated to inspiring students to lead meaningful and purpose-driven lives through a commitment to academic excellence and a diverse, inclusive community.

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