There is no question that the volunteer coaches are an essential part of our successful Recreation Sports programs. Volunteers are always needed and appreciated. In order to provide the best possible environment for our children please be aware of the following four (4) coaching requirements:
Rutgers Safety Course Background Checks & Fingerprinting Concussion Awareness Certification Model Athletic Code of Conduct
1. Rutgers Safety Course: As a necessary step in the process of becoming a coach, the State of New Jersey requires that a coaching certification class be taken. For further information about this class, please go to the Rutgers Safety site SAFETY Clinic Course.
2. Background Checks & Fingerprinting: In order to provide the safest environment possible to the youth who participate in our town sports programs, The Recreation Commission has elected to institute criminal history record background checks on all potential volunteer coaches within the Recreation program. In mirroring what the Little League Association has already instituted, the Commission has taken this step to ensure that all volunteers who come in contact with our children under the direction of the Recreation Department are screened and approved for such service with children. In June of 2007 we began the process of requiring background checks for all volunteer candidates.
You will need be on the page for: 2F1J3Y - NJ Youth Serving Organization Volunteer YSB-State/Fed
You will be asked to input the Contributor's Case #
Our Contributor Case # is- B06005
The fee for prints is now: $24.05
REMINDER: A photo ID is required at the time of fingerprinting!!!
IMPORTANT: When you have had your fingerprints taken, please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with the date of your appointment.
3. Concussion Awareness Certification: Coaching Candidates must take a 30 minute on-line Concussion Awareness course. Upon completion of the course you will receive a certification. This is a one-time certification.
4. Model Athletic Code of Conduct: Volunteer candidates must read and acknowledge the Old Tappan Code of Conduct. CLICK HERE to view and print this document. Sign, date and email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
If you have any questions or concerns contact: Gloria Wiesner, Recreation Director- at 201 664-1849 ext. 24
