Coach-Assistant-Varsity Girls Basketball - PS 301 Burgard High School RB# 26-177

Buffalo Public Schools•Buffalo, NY

3h•Onsite

About The Position

The Buffalo Public School District is seeking a qualified Assistant Coach for Varsity Girls Basketball at PS 301 Burgard High School for the 2026–2027 school year. Candidates must apply online and 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 Teachers Federation. Salary is per the current BTF contract; funding is pending. Applications are due November 3, 2026. The coach supports the school athletic program by coaching and supervising the team, preparing for practices and contests, and ensuring compliance with district, state, and athletic association policies. The position requires current First Aid, CPR, AED and/or Lifeguarding certifications, as applicable, when the application is submitted. Coaches must also meet applicable New York State coaching certification requirements.

Requirements

Possess current First Aid, CPR, AED and/or Lifeguarding certifications, as applicable, when the application is submitted.
A valid physical education teaching certificate permits coaching any sport in any school, but the First Aid/CPR requirement must be met before coaching.
Other certified teachers and non-teacher coaches must complete one of the specified coaching certification pathways within the required time frame: the New York State Coaching Certification program offered by Erie 1 BOCES or the NFHS NYS Specific Second Pathway Process.
Possess effective coaching techniques and skills.
Know the rules, regulations, strategies, and techniques of the sport.
Be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school administrators, parents, and students.
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 Teachers Federation.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Adhere to the NFHS Coaches Code of Ethics and model nondiscriminatory practices.
Assume responsibility for team conduct and, where applicable, the philosophy and teachings of the athletic program.
Be available for contests and practices during 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, and attend league, section, and coaches’ association meetings when required.
Conduct an organization meeting with athletes to explain tryouts, selection methods, cutting procedures, and the required code of conduct.
Prepare and submit a schedule of scrimmages and non-league contests to the Athletic Director in a timely manner.
Follow established District and medical staff procedures in the event of an athlete’s injury.
Submit initial and final rosters to the Athletic Director and update them as necessary.
Report scores to news media when required by the Section VI Handbook.
Notify the Athletic Director and building staff about canceled games, scrimmages, or practices and unusual events or incidents.
Supervise team members after practices and games until they have left the locker room, been picked up, or left the building or grounds.
Complete end-of-season reports and comply with applicable New York State Commissioner of Education regulations, NYSPHSAA Section VI rules, and the BPS Interscholastic Athletic Handbook.
Make team-level decisions consistent with established policies and procedures, and refer broader matters or matters within the Athletic Director’s jurisdiction for review.
Assess players’ skills and monitor them during competition and practice.
Model sportsmanlike behavior and maintain appropriate conduct toward players, officials, and spectators.
Participate in special activities such as parents’ night, banquets, award nights, and pep assemblies.
Distribute and maintain eligibility forms, emergency data cards, and other related records.
Attend staff development meetings, clinics, and other professional activities to improve coaching performance.
Perform other related duties as assigned by the Athletic Director, Principal, or other appropriate administrator.