Rick Curtis 5 Blackburn • Trabuco Canyon, CA • 949-633-8222

ObjectiveAs a Head Football Coach, leading young men on a path to follow Christ, accept responsibility, build character, and reach their full potential on the field and in life.

Education2005 – 2007 - Concordia University - Irvine, CAMasters in Athletic Administration and Coaching

1978 – 1979 - University of California, Irvine - Irvine, CA California Secondary Teaching Credential – Life Credential

1976 – 1978 - Cal State Fullerton University - Fullerton, CAB.A., Business Administration – emphasis in Marketing

UC San Diego – 2010 - San Diego, CAAdditional Credential: CTEL / CLAD Certification

Coaching & Teaching Experience

2014 – Present – Santa Margarita Catholic High School – RSM, CA 2014 - # 3 ranked team in Orange County – Returned to CIF Playoffs – Pac- 5 Division

2000 –- 2013 - Northwood High School - Irvine, CAVarsity Head Football Coach

Three league championships and seven trips to the CIF playoffs City of Irvine – City Championships – 2003, 2005, 2010, 2012 CIF Quarterfinalists – 2003, 2004, 2012 CIF Semi-finalists - 2010 CIF finalists – 2005

1985 – 1996 - Irvine High School - Irvine, CA Varsity Assistant Football Coach / Co-Head Coach

Co-Head Football coach – 1988 - 1989 Three CIF championships as defensive coordinator - 1990, 1991, 1992 2010 – Present – Concordia University – Academic Advisor – MCAA 2008 - Present - Concordia University - Adjunct Professor – MCAA 1979 - Present - Irvine Unified School District – Business & Physical Education

Athletic Director Experience

1999 – 2004 - Northwood High School - Irvine, CABoys and Girls Athletic Director

Implementation of entire athletic program, including ordering of all equipment, uniforms, and finalization of facilities.

Established and implemented all policies and procedures for athletic program. On original leadership team that interviewed and hired all teachers and coaches for the

opening of Northwood High School. Establishment of original athletic booster club and its structure for fundraising for athletic

department needs.1990–1999 - Irvine High School - Irvine, CA

Boys and Girls Athletic Director Led Irvine High School to Orange County athletic prominence. Eight CIF Southern Section Titles during tenure. Lobbied for second gymnasium, reconstruction of practice facilities, and the resurfacing of

all weather track in district stadium. Worked with strategic planning team in designing and implementing strategies to offset

budget cuts within Irvine Unified School District. CIF league coordinator during tenure as athletic director

Interests Faith – Family – Biking – Gardening – Remodeling – Music

Other Coaching Experiences

2009 – Present Varsity Assistant Softball Coach 2007 – 2008 JV Softball Coach2006 – 2007 Varsity Girls Assistant Basketball coach – Northwood High School 2000 – 2006 Varsity Boys Assistant Track coach – Northwood High School1997 – 1998 Junior Varsity Football coach – Irvine High School1994 – 1999 Head Boys and Girls Track Coach – Irvine High School1990 – 1994 Head Varsity Golf Coach – Irvine High School1988 – 1990 Varsity Boys Assistant Basketball coach – Irvine High School1987 – 1988 Varsity Head Softball Coach – Irvine High School1986 – 1987 Freshman head boys basketball coach – Irvine High School1983 – 1986 Varsity Head Golf coach – University High School1981 – 1985 Varsity Head Football coach – University High School1980 – 1981 Varsity Boys Assistant Basketball coach – University High School 1980 Varsity football assistant coach – University High School 1979 Freshman assistant football coach – University High School1979 Freshman head boys basketball coach – University High School1978 – 1979 Varsity football assistant coach – Laguna Hills High School1976 – 1977 Freshman football assistant coach – Servite High School

Achievements / Awards

Golden Touch Award Winner – University High School

CIF Champions – 1990, 1991, 1992 – Defensive Coordinator – Irvine High School

NFL High School Coach of the Week – 2000 – Northwood High School

Pursuing Victory with Honor Recipient – CIF Southern Section – 2001

Pacific Coast League Champions – 2001, 2002, 2003 – Northwood High School

South Orange County Head Coach – Orange County All Star Game – 2004

CIF Finalists – 2005 – Northwood High School

CIF Semi-finalists – 2010 – Northwood High School

CIF Quarterfinalists – 2003, 2004, 2012

Professional Organizations

National Football Foundation and College Football Hall of Fame - Orange County Chapter California Coaches Association Orange County Athletic Directors Association – 1989 – 2004 State of California Athletic Directors Association – 1989 – 2004

References – Available upon request