Coach-Modified Boys Basketball - PS 097 Harvey Austin School RB# 26-139

Buffalo Public Schools•Buffalo, NY

21h•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 must adhere to the NFHS Coaches Code of Ethics, model non-discriminatory practices, and assume complete responsibility for the conduct of their team. The role involves supervising equipment, establishing positive relationships, attending meetings, and ensuring compliance with all relevant policies and regulations.

Requirements

Some experience in organized basketball at the club, select, modified, junior varsity, varsity or college level preferred.
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 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.
Must meet the First AID/CPR/AED requirement prior to applying to coach.
Potential candidates must meet the First AID/CPR/AED requirement prior to applying to coach.
A person who holds a valid certificate to teach physical education may coach any sport in any school, but first must meet the first aid/CPR requirement prior to coaching.
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.

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.
Preparing student athletes for athletic competition.
Adhering to the NFHS Coaches Code of Ethics.
Modeling non-discriminatory practices in all activities.
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 from 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 athletes to explain try-outs, selection methods, 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 to the Athletic Director 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/grounds.
Completing end-of-season reports.
Complying with all policies and procedures outlined in NYS Commissioners regulations, NYSPHSAA Section VI, and BPS Interscholastic Athletic Handbook.
Making decisions regarding their particular team within established policies and procedures.
Assessing player’s skills and monitoring players during competition and practice.
Modeling sports-like behavior and maintaining appropriate conduct.
Participating in special activities such as 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.
Performing any other related duties as assigned.