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Scholastic Assistant Coach - Riverdale Country School

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Scholastic Assistant Coach - Riverdale Country School Job Title:

Scholastic Assistant Coach – Riverdale Country School

Job Type:

Part-Time, Seasonal, Non-exempt, Approximately 20-25 hours per week (Spring Season)

Salary:

$28-$30 per hour

Supervisor:

Community & Adaptive Senior Coach

About Us:

Row New York is a sports-based youth development organization founded on the premise that the discipline and teamwork that rowing instills, when combined with rigorous academic support, have the power to change lives. At full capacity, our Youth Program serves over 175 high school student-athletes from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. Row New York offers rowing to New Yorkers of all ages, summer camps, and a fee‑for‑service rowing program for New York City independent high schools. Programs are offered at two rowing sites: Upper Manhattan and Flushing Meadows Corona Park.

Position Summary:

Row New York offers turn‑key scholastic rowing programs to New York City independent high schools that wish to offer their own rowing teams. Programs run from late February through the end of May and take place at the partner school for indoor practice and at Row New York’s rowing site in Upper Manhattan (Inwood). We seek passionate and knowledgeable youth rowing coaches to help coach a Scholastic Rowing League team for high school athletes attending Riverdale Country School. The Riverdale team is made up of 30 athletes and ranges in experience level from first‑year rowers to competitive four‑year Varsity athletes. Riverdale Athletics’ mission is to provide a meaningful athletic experience for each student‑athlete, while maximizing student participation, promoting sportsmanship, representing the school with integrity, and understanding the importance of balancing the commitments of being a student‑athlete.

Key Responsibilities:

Help plan and execute the day‑to‑day operations of the assigned school’s rowing program

Coach rowing to high school participants in a safe, inclusive, and competitive environment

Plan, oversee, and participate in special events throughout the season including parent meetings and regattas

Collaborate with School Administration and Row New York staff to ensure program vision and goals are met

Model exemplary character and leadership, and foster strong positive relationships with all participants

Work cooperatively with Row New York’s coaches and operations staff to support smooth and safe boathouse operations and functionality at all times

Assist with equipment preparation, maintenance and minor repairs, as needed

Adhere to Row New York’s and the Riverdale Country School’s applicable codes of conduct, safety standards, and boathouse procedures at all times

Attend all pre‑season training and onboarding sessions, programming sessions and planned events throughout the season

Qualifications:

Minimum 3 years of competitive rowing experience; collegiate/elite level rowing background and coaching experience strongly preferred

Experience working with youth strongly preferred (volunteer experience will be considered)

High level of professionalism and a strong work ethic required

Ability to help create and promote a positive and inclusive team culture

Strong and reliable communication skills; comfortable speaking in front of a group

Proactive problem‑solver who demonstrates initiative and strong organizational skills

Ability to work collaboratively with other coaches and staff running programs out of the same facility

Ability to observe appropriate professional boundaries and maintain confidentiality with student/family information

Outboard motor launch driving experience strongly preferred; willingness and ability to learn required

Within first two weeks of employment, coaches must become certified in First Aid/CPR, SafeSport, New York State safe boating, and the ability to drive a coaching launch. As of January 2025, all coaches must maintain at least a Level 1 USR Coaching Certification. Fees and time spent completing required certifications are paid by Row New York.

Preliminary Schedules:

The schedule below is currently tentative and is subject to change, but is generally accurate based on prior seasons. All indoor practices will be held on campus in the Bronx and on‑water practices at Row New York’s Upper Manhattan rowing site. The season starts February 23 with indoor rowing only, moving to water by April 7 (weather permitting).

To Apply:

Please submit a cover letter and resume to coaching@rownewyork.org. Specify “Scholastic Assistant Coach – Riverdale” in the subject line of your email. Only applicants asked to interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.

Row New York is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage all candidates including people of color, women, Veterans, LGBTQIA+, older candidates and candidates with disabilities to apply. We appreciate all applicants, but please be advised that our capacity allows us to only respond to those best qualified for the position.

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