Head Coach, Boys & Girls Middle School Track & Field

Head Coach, Boys & Girls Middle School Track & Field

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Riverdale Country School is a Pre‑K through Grade 12 independent all‑gender school located in New York City, dedicated to inspiring students to live meaningful, purpose‑driven lives. We foster a culture of academic excellence, critical thinking, and curiosity within a diverse and inclusive community, with 48% of our students identifying as students of color.

Riverdale Athletics’ mission is to provide a meaningful athletic experience for every student‑athlete, maximizing participation, promoting sportsmanship, and encouraging a balanced approach to the academic and athletic commitments. Coaches are expected to embody both athletic and school values, serving as public‑facing representatives of the school.

Season runs from Monday, February 23rd to Monday, May 18th. Middle School practices and meets occur Monday‑Thursday; there are no activities on Fridays. Coaches must be available for the full season, including the two‑week spring break in March when there are no practices or meets.

• Plan and deliver daily practices that include sport‑specific fundamental technique, strategies, rules, conditioning, and safety.
• Organize and supervise drills while executing and teaching sport‑specific techniques.
• Collaborate with the Assistant Coach.
• Stay current with rule changes and trends in your sport.
• Seek professional development and collaborate with fellow coaches.

Base pay range: $3,000.00 – $5,900.00 per event (once). Actual pay will be based on your skills and experience.

Transportation: Shuttle service available to/from the 242nd St / Broadway subway station and other transit hubs.

Professional Development: Generous budget covering conferences, skill‑training, and onsite training in areas such as mindfulness, coaching, and DEIB.

Grants and Stipends: Eligible for Frankel Fellow grants (“passion grants”) and stipends for coaching, faculty affinity group facilitation, advising clubs with out‑of‑school time, and chaperoning trips.

Sabbatical: Full‑time teaching faculty become eligible after 10 years of employment.

Health Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance with a flexible spending account for health‑related expenses.

Retirement: Defined Contribution retirement plan through TIAA with a 7% employer contribution.

Vacation: Generous time‑off policy in addition to the school calendar.

To apply, click the “Apply for this Job” button and submit a resume and cover letter. If you prefer certain pronouns for future communications, please share that information. For more information about this position and other open positions, visit the Careers page on the Riverdale website.