2026-2027 School Year - Assistant Boys Soccer Coach (JV) - PS 207 Lafayette Inte
Buffalo Public Schools, Buffalo, NY, United States
BOARD OF EDUCATION DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES BUFFALO, NEW YORK 14202
RECRUITMENT BULLETIN # 25-456
ASSISTANT BOYS SOCCER COACH (JV)
PS 207 LAFAEYT INTERNATIONAL
2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR
April 22, 2026
NOTICE OF POSITION
POSITION
The Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Pascal Mubenga, is interested in receiving applications from qualified candidates for the position of
ASSISTANT BOYS SOCCER COACH (JV)
at PS 207 Lafayette International for the 2026-2027 school year.
JOB SUMMARY
Position is responsible for coaching student athletes in game strategies and techniques to prepare them for athletic competition.
APPLICATION
Candidates must complete an online application at www.buffaloschools.org. Applications successfully received will generate a confirmation email. If you do not receive a confirmation email, you must submit an application until you receive a confirmation email.
CERTIFICATIONS
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 must first meet the FIRST AID/CPR/AED requirement prior to applying.
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
NFHS NYS Specific Second Pathway Process
More information can be found here: http://www.section6.e1b.org/domain/123
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Some experience in organized Soccer at the club, select, modified, junior varsity, varsity or college level is preferred. Must possess effective coaching techniques and skills, knowledge of the rules, regulations, strategies, and techniques of the sport, and 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.
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 complete responsibility for the conduct of their team.
Assume responsibility for the philosophy and teachings of the entire athletic program, if applicable.
Be available for contests and practices at the start of 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. Attend league, section, and coaches’ association meetings when required.
Conduct an organization meeting with the athletes to explain try-outs, methods of selection, cutting procedures, and code of conduct as prescribed the District and NYSPHSAA.
Prepare and submit a schedule of scrimmages and non-league contest to the Athletic Director in a timely manner.
Follow established procedures set by the District and Medical staff in the event of an athlete’s injury.
Submit initial and final roster to the Athletic Director and update as necessary.
Report scores to news media when required as prescribed in the Section VI Handbook.
Notify the Athletic Director and Building staff of any canceled games, scrimmages or practices and any unusual events or incidents.
Supervise team members after practices/games until all have left the locker room, picked up by parents, or left the building and/or grounds.
Complete end of season reports.
Comply with all policies and procedures outlines in the NYS Commissioners regulations, NYSPHSAA Section VI and BPS Interscholastic Athletic Handbook.
Make decisions regarding his/her particular team, in keeping with established policies and procedures. However, when decisions are of a broader scope and affect other coaches and other teams or when the problem clearly falls within the jurisdiction of the Athletic Director, action should be reserved for the Director to review and discuss the matter more fully.
Assess player’s skills, monitor players during competition and practice.
Model sports‑like behavior and maintain appropriate conduct towards players, officials, and spectators.
Participate in special activities that include parents’ 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
Attends staff development meetings, clinics and other professional activities to improve coaching performance.
Performs any other related duties as assigned by the Athletic Director & Principal or other appropriate administrator.
SALARY
As per the current BTF contract.
FUND #: Pending Funding.
FINAL DATE
FOR FILING: May 5, 2026
Dr. Pascal Mubenga
Superintendent of Schools
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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RECRUITMENT BULLETIN # 25-456
ASSISTANT BOYS SOCCER COACH (JV)
PS 207 LAFAEYT INTERNATIONAL
2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR
April 22, 2026
NOTICE OF POSITION
POSITION
The Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Pascal Mubenga, is interested in receiving applications from qualified candidates for the position of
ASSISTANT BOYS SOCCER COACH (JV)
at PS 207 Lafayette International for the 2026-2027 school year.
JOB SUMMARY
Position is responsible for coaching student athletes in game strategies and techniques to prepare them for athletic competition.
APPLICATION
Candidates must complete an online application at www.buffaloschools.org. Applications successfully received will generate a confirmation email. If you do not receive a confirmation email, you must submit an application until you receive a confirmation email.
CERTIFICATIONS
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 must first meet the FIRST AID/CPR/AED requirement prior to applying.
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
NFHS NYS Specific Second Pathway Process
More information can be found here: http://www.section6.e1b.org/domain/123
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Some experience in organized Soccer at the club, select, modified, junior varsity, varsity or college level is preferred. Must possess effective coaching techniques and skills, knowledge of the rules, regulations, strategies, and techniques of the sport, and 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.
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 complete responsibility for the conduct of their team.
Assume responsibility for the philosophy and teachings of the entire athletic program, if applicable.
Be available for contests and practices at the start of 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. Attend league, section, and coaches’ association meetings when required.
Conduct an organization meeting with the athletes to explain try-outs, methods of selection, cutting procedures, and code of conduct as prescribed the District and NYSPHSAA.
Prepare and submit a schedule of scrimmages and non-league contest to the Athletic Director in a timely manner.
Follow established procedures set by the District and Medical staff in the event of an athlete’s injury.
Submit initial and final roster to the Athletic Director and update as necessary.
Report scores to news media when required as prescribed in the Section VI Handbook.
Notify the Athletic Director and Building staff of any canceled games, scrimmages or practices and any unusual events or incidents.
Supervise team members after practices/games until all have left the locker room, picked up by parents, or left the building and/or grounds.
Complete end of season reports.
Comply with all policies and procedures outlines in the NYS Commissioners regulations, NYSPHSAA Section VI and BPS Interscholastic Athletic Handbook.
Make decisions regarding his/her particular team, in keeping with established policies and procedures. However, when decisions are of a broader scope and affect other coaches and other teams or when the problem clearly falls within the jurisdiction of the Athletic Director, action should be reserved for the Director to review and discuss the matter more fully.
Assess player’s skills, monitor players during competition and practice.
Model sports‑like behavior and maintain appropriate conduct towards players, officials, and spectators.
Participate in special activities that include parents’ 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
Attends staff development meetings, clinics and other professional activities to improve coaching performance.
Performs any other related duties as assigned by the Athletic Director & Principal or other appropriate administrator.
SALARY
As per the current BTF contract.
FUND #: Pending Funding.
FINAL DATE
FOR FILING: May 5, 2026
Dr. Pascal Mubenga
Superintendent of Schools
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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