Coach - Girls Softball - Varsity - Riverside Academy RB Job Buffalo area,New York USA,Sports/Fitness/Wellness

Position: Coach - Girls Softball - Varsity - Riverside Academy #208 RB# 25-297b

Overview

GIRLS SOFTBALL COACH (VARSITY) — Riverside Academy #208

School year: . Posting date:
January 30, 2026. Posting is for the Buffalo Public Schools Board of Education, Department of Human Resources, Buffalo, NY 14202.

APPLICATION
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Qualifications

Minimum qualifications:

Some experience in organized softball at club, select, modified, junior varsity, varsity or college level preferred.
Must possess 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.
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.

Certifications

In accordance with the Regulations of the Commissioner of Education Section 135.4:
First Aid/CPR/AED required 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 meet the first aid/CPR requirement prior to coaching.
Other Certified Teachers and Non-Teacher Coaches must complete one of 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.

Responsibilities (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, 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 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/grounds.

Complete end of season reports.

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

Make decisions regarding the team in keeping with established policies and procedures; consult the Athletic Director for broader scope issues.

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

Model sports-like behavior and maintain appropriate conduct towards players, officials, and spectators.

Participate in special activities such as 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 and Principal or other appropriate administrator.

Salary

As per the current BTF contract.

Fund

Pending funding

Final Date

FOR FILING: FEBRUARY 5, 2026

DR. PASCAL MUBENGA, SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS

The Buffalo Public School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, military status, veteran status, disability, or any other basis prohibited by state and federal law in its programs and activities. Inquiries regarding the District’s non-discrimination policies should be directed to HR Compliance or to:
Tami Hollie McGee, Chief of Human Resources, 719 City Hall, Buffalo, NY 14202 .

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