Coach - Varsity Girls Basketball - PS 415 Middle Early College High School RB# 26-093a

Buffalo Public Schools•Buffalo, NY

6d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for coaching student athletes in game strategies and techniques to prepare them for athletic competition. 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. The position is for the 2026-2027 school year, starting September 25, 2026.

Requirements

Current First Aid, CPR, AED and/or Life Guarding (when applicable) certifications at the time of application.
If holding a valid certificate to teach physical education, must meet the FIRST AID/CPR/AED requirement prior to applying.
Completion of the New York State Coaching Certification program offered by Erie 1 BOCES or NFHS NYS Specific Second Pathway Process.
Some experience in organized basketball at the club, select, modified, junior varsity, varsity or college level preferred.
Effective coaching techniques and skills.
Knowledge of the rules, regulations, strategies, and techniques of the sport.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school administrators, parents, and students.
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 basketball at the club, select, modified, junior varsity, varsity or college level.

Responsibilities

Coaching student athletes in game strategies and techniques.
Assuming complete responsibility for the conduct of their team.
Assuming responsibility for the philosophy and teachings of the entire athletic program, if applicable.
Being available for contests and practices at the start of the athletic season, Monday through Saturday and some holidays.
Supervising the use, issuance, return, cleaning, inventory, and storage of equipment, uniforms, and supplies.
Submitting equipment and supply requests to the Athletic Director.
Establishing positive relationships with coaches, athletes, parents, and community members.
Attending meetings called by the Athletic Director or Building Principal.
Attending league, section, and coaches’ association meetings when required.
Conducting an organization meeting with the athletes to explain try-outs, methods of selection, cutting procedures, and code of conduct.
Preparing and submitting a schedule of scrimmages and non-league contests to the Athletic Director.
Following established procedures for athlete injuries.
Submitting initial and final rosters and updating as necessary.
Reporting scores to news media when required.
Notifying the Athletic Director and Building staff of any canceled games, scrimmages or practices and any unusual events or incidents.
Supervising team members after practices/games until all have left the locker room or building.
Completing end of season reports.
Complying with all policies and procedures outlined in the NYS Commissioners regulations, NYSPHSAA Section VI and BPS Interscholastic Athletic Handbook.
Making decisions regarding their particular team, in keeping with established policies and procedures.
Assessing player’s skills, monitoring players during competition and practice.
Modeling sports-like behavior and maintaining appropriate conduct towards players, officials, and spectators.
Participating in special activities that include parent’s night, banquets, award nights, and pep assemblies.
Performing support tasks such as distributing and maintaining eligibility forms, emergency data cards, and other related records.
Attending staff development meetings, clinics and other professional activities to improve coaching performance.
Performing any other related duties as assigned by the Athletic Director & Principal or other appropriate administrator.