2026-2027 School Year - Assistant Boys Football Coach - PS 301 Burgard High School RB# 25-449

Buffalo Public Schools•Buffalo, NY

16h•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for coaching student athletes in game strategies and techniques to prepare them for athletic competition. The coach will adhere to the NFHS Coaches Code of Ethics, model nondiscriminatory practices, and assume complete responsibility for the team's conduct and the athletic program's philosophy. Key duties include supervising equipment, establishing positive relationships with stakeholders, attending various meetings, organizing try-outs, preparing schedules, following injury procedures, reporting scores, supervising team members, completing end-of-season reports, and complying with all relevant policies and regulations. The role also involves assessing player skills, monitoring performance during competition and practice, modeling sports-like behavior, maintaining appropriate conduct, and participating in special team activities.

Requirements

Meet the FIRST AID/CPR/AED requirement prior to applying to coach
If holding a valid certificate to teach physical education, must meet the FIRST AID/CPR/AED requirement prior to applying to coaching
If Other Certified Teachers and Non-Teacher Coaches, must complete one of the two pathways within the specified time frame: New York State Coaching Certification program offered by Erie 1 BOCES or NFHS NYS Specific Second Pathway Process
Must possess effective coaching techniques and skills
Must possess knowledge of the rules, regulations, strategies, and techniques of the sport
Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school administrators, parents, and students
Candidates must be employed by the Board of Education in accordance with Article XII-G of the Master Contract between the Buffalo Board of Education and the Buffalo Teacher’s Federation

Nice To Haves

Some experience in organized football at the club, select, modified, junior varsity, varsity or college level

Responsibilities

Adhere to the NFHS Coaches Code of Ethics
Model nondiscriminatory practices in all activities
Assume complete responsibility for the conduct of their team
Assume responsibility for the philosophy and teachings of the entire athletic program, if applicable
Be available for contests and practices at the start of the athletic season, Monday through Saturday and some holidays
Supervise the use, issuance, return, cleaning, inventory, and storage of equipment, uniforms, and supplies
Submit equipment and supply requests to the Athletic Director
Establish positive relationships with coaches, athletes, parents, and community members
Attend meetings called by the Athletic Director or Building Principal
Attend league, section, and coaches’ association meetings when required
Conduct an organization meeting with the athletes to explain try-outs, methods of selection, cutting procedures, and code of conduct as prescribed the District and NYSPHSAA
Prepare and submit a schedule of scrimmages and non-league contest to the Athletic Director in a timely manner
Follows established procedures set by the District and Medical staff in the event of an athlete’s injury
Submit initial and final roster to the Athletic Director and update as necessary
Report scores to news media when required as prescribed in the Section VI Handbook
Notify the Athletic Director and Building staff of any canceled games, scrimmages or practices and any unusual events or incidents
Supervise team members after practices/games until all have left the locker room, picked up by parents, or left the building and/or grounds
Complete end of season reports
Comply with all policies and procedures outlines in the NYS Commissioners regulations, NYSPHSAA Section VI and BPS Interscholastic Athletic Handbook
Make decisions regarding his/her particular team, in keeping with established policies and procedures
Reserve decisions of a broader scope affecting other coaches and teams or falling within the Athletic Director's jurisdiction for the Director's review and discussion
Assess player’s skills, monitor players during competition and practice
Model sports-like behavior and maintain appropriate conduct towards players, officials, and spectators
Participate in special activities that include parent’s night, banquets, award nights, and pep assemblies
Perform support tasks such as distributing and maintaining eligibility forms, emergency data cards, and other related records
Attend staff development meetings, clinics and other professional activities to improve coaching performance
Perform any other related duties as assigned by the Athletic Director & Principal or other appropriate administrator