RECRUITMENT BULLETIN #16-460a                                                          GIRLS ASSISTANT BASKETBALL COACH

AUGUST 4, 2017                                                                                                          MIDDLE EARLY COLLEGE #415

                                                                                                                                          2017-2018 SCHOOL YEAR

 

 

 

POSITION:

The Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Kriner Cash, is interested in receiving applications from qualified candidates for the

position of:
 

                                 GIRLS ASSISTANT BASKETBALL COACH– MIDDLE EARLY COLLEGE #415
 

 

 

APPLICATION:

Candidates must complete an online application at www.buffaloschools.org/jobs.

 

Applications successfully received will generate a confirmation email to the account listed on the application. If you do not receive a confirmation email, we cannot guarantee that your application was received. You must submit an application until you receive a confirmation email.

 

CERTIFICATIONS:

In accordance with the Regulations of the Commissioner of Education Section 135.4:

 

Potential candidates must meet the first aid/CPR requirement prior to starting 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:

1. New York State Coaching Certification program offered by Erie 1 BOCES or

NFHS NYS Specific Second Pathway Process

 

More information can be found here: http://www.section6.e1b.org/domain/123

 

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities Required)

 

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities Required) Some experience as an Assistant Basketball coach at the high school or college level preferred. Must possess effective coaching techniques and skills. Must possess some 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. Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

 

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:

1. Assists the Head Basketball coach with instructing players in the rules, regulations,

equipment, and techniques of the sport.

2. Organizes and directs individual and small group practice activities/exercises as directed by

the head Basketball coach.

3. Assesses player’s skills, monitors players during competition and practice, and keeps the

head Basketball coach informed of the athletic performance of students.

4. Assists with determining game strategy.
5. Assists the head Basketball coach with supervising athletes during practices and competition.
6. Follows established procedures in the event of an athlete’s injury.
7. Models sports-like behavior and maintains appropriate conduct towards players, officials,

and spectators.

8. Models nondiscriminatory practices in all activities.
9. Travels with student athletes on the team bus both to and from games.
10. Exhibits loyalty to the Head Coach and Buffalo Public Schools sports programs.
11. Assists instruction and demonstrates skill sets and techniques necessary for individual and team achievement in basketball.
12. Adhere to the NFHS Coaches Code of Ethics.
13. Be available for contests and practices at the start of the athletic season, Monday through Saturday and some holidays.
14. Establish positive relationships with coaches, athletes, parents, and community members.
15. Attend meetings called by the Athletic Director or Building Principal. Attend league, section, and coaches’ association meetings when required.
16. Follows established procedures set by the District and Medical staff in the event of an athlete’s injury.
17. Report scores to news media when required as prescribed in the Section VI Handbook.
18. Notify the Athletic Director and Building staff of any cancelled games, scrimmages or practices and any unusual events or incidents.
19. Supervise team members after practices/games until all have left the locker room, picked up by parents, or left the building and/or grounds.
20. Complete end of season reports.
21. Comply with all policies and procedures outlines in the NYS Commissioners regulations, NYSPHSAA Section VI and BPS Interscholastic Athletic Handbook.
22. Participate in special activities that include parent’s night, banquets, award nights, and pep assemblies.
23. Performs support tasks such as distributing and maintaining eligibility forms, emergency data cards, and other related records.

 

OTHER DUTIES:

1. 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:               AUGUST 10, 2017

 

 

DR. KRINER CASH,

SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS