Coach - Modified Girls Basketball -PS 045 International School RB# 26-159

Buffalo Public Schools•Buffalo, NY

2d•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 and teachings of their team. The role requires availability for contests and practices, supervision of equipment, and establishing positive relationships with coaches, athletes, parents, and community members. The coach must also attend required meetings, manage team rosters and schedules, and follow established procedures for athlete injuries. Compliance with all policies and procedures outlined in the NYS Commissioners regulations, NYSPHSAA Section VI, and BPS Interscholastic Athletic Handbook is mandatory. The coach will assess player skills, monitor performance, model sports-like behavior, and participate in special team activities. Additional duties include attending staff development and performing other assigned tasks.

Requirements

Current First Aid, CPR, AED and/or Life Guarding (when applicable) certifications at the time of application submission.
If holding a valid certificate to teach physical education, must first meet the first aid/CPR requirement prior to coaching.
Completion of 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.
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.
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 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 roster 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, been picked up by parents, or left the building and/or grounds.
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.