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2026-2027 School Year - Varsity Boys Basketball Coach - PS 309 East Community Hi

Buffalo Public Schools, Buffalo, NY, United States


Position
VARSITY BOYS’ BASKETBALL COACH, PS 309 EAST COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL, 2026‑2027 SCHOOL YEAR. Buffalo, New York.

Job Summary
Position is responsible for coaching student athletes in game strategies and techniques to prepare them for athletic competition.

Qualifications

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 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.

Certification Requirements

First Aid / CPR / AED certification required before applying.

Teachers: must hold a valid certificate to teach physical education; must meet First Aid / CPR / AED requirement.

Other certified teachers and non‑teacher coaches must complete one of two pathways: NYS Coaching Certification program offered by Erie 1 BOCES or NFHS NYS Specific Second Pathway Process.

Supervisor
Athletics Director and Building Principal or Principal Designee.

Essential Duties

Adhere to the NFHS Coaches Code of Ethics.

Model nondiscriminatory practices in all activities.

Assume responsibility for the conduct of the team.

Assume responsibility for the philosophy and teachings of the athletic program.

Be available for contests and practices at the start of the 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 league, section, and coaches’ association meetings when required.

Conduct an organization meeting with the athletes to explain tryouts, selection methods, cutting procedures, and code of conduct as prescribed by the District and NYSPHSAA.

Prepare and submit a schedule of scrimmages and non‑league contests to the Athletic Director.

Follow established procedures in the event of an athlete’s injury.

Submit initial and final roster.

Report scores to news media when required.

Notify Athletic Director and Building staff of canceled games, scrimmages or practices and any unusual events.

Supervise team members after practices/games until all have left the locker room or building.

Complete end of season reports.

Comply with all policies and procedures outlined in the NYS Commissioner regulations, NYSPHSAA Section VI and BPS Interscholastic Athletic Handbook.

Make decisions regarding the team within established policies; reserve broader scope to Athletic Director.

Assess players’ skills, monitor them during competition and practice.

Model sports‑like behavior and maintain appropriate conduct toward players, officials, and spectators.

Participate in special activities such as 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.

Other Duties

Attend staff development meetings, clinics, and other professional activities to improve coaching performance.

Perform any other related duties assigned by the Athletic Director & Principal or other appropriate administrator.

Salary
As per the current BTF contract. Funding pending.

Final Date for Filing
MAY 5, 2026

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The Buffalo Public School District does not discriminate on the basis of an individual's actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, religious practice, national origin, ethnic group, sex (including sexual harassment and sexual violence), gender identity, sexual orientation (the term "sexual orientation" means heterosexuality, homosexuality, bisexuality, or asexuality), political affiliation, age, marital status, military status, veteran status, disability, weight, domestic violence victim status, arrest or conviction record, genetic information or any other basis prohibited by New York state and/or federal non‑discrimination laws in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding the District's non‑discrimination policies should be directed to HRCompliance@buffaloschools.org or to: Tami Hollie McGee, Chief of Human Resources, 719 City Hall, Buffalo, NY 14202 (716) 816‑3579.

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