Coach - Grades 5-8 COED Swim - PS 095 Waterfront Elementary School- RB# 26-183

Buffalo Public Schools; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Buffalo Public Schools is seeking a Grades 5-8 Coed Swim Coach for PS 95 Waterfront Elementary School for the 2026-2027 school year. The role requires coaching experience and knowledge of swim rules, with the ability to work with school administrators, parents, and students to ensure a safe, engaging season.

Applicants must apply online and meet first aid/CPR/AED prerequisites; coaching certification pathways may be provided by NYS, NYS Section VI guidelines, and Erie 1 BOCES.

Qualifications

• Some experience in organized swim at the club, select, modified, junior varsity or college level is preferred.
• Must possess effective coaching techniques and knowledge of swim rules and strategies.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with administrators, parents, and students.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to the NFHS Coaches Code of Ethics.
• Be available for contests and practices during the season, including weekends and some holidays.
• Supervise equipment, uniforms, and supplies; submit roster updates as needed.
• Communicate schedules, tryouts, and conduct policies to athletes and families.
• Report scores and results as required by league guidelines.
• Ensure safety procedures and medical staff guidelines during events and practices.

Skills

Coaching techniques

Swimming knowledge

Communication with families

Job description

BOARD OF EDUCATION DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES BUFFALO, NEW YORK 14202

RECRUITMENT BULLETIN # 26-183

GRADES 5 - 8 COED SWIM COACH PS 95 WATERFRONT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR OCTOBER 28, 2026

POSITION

The Interim Superintendent of Schools, Dr.Ebony E. Prophet-Bullock, Ed.D., is interested in receiving applications from qualified candidates for the position of: GRADES 5 - 8 COED SWIM COACH PS 95 WATERFRONT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

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/AED requirement prior to applying to this coaching position.

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.

• 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)

Some experience in organized swim 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.

SUPERVISOR

Athletics Director, Supervisor of Athletics and Building Principal or Principal Designee

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

1. Adhere to the NFHS Coaches Code of Ethics.
2. Models nondiscriminatory practices in all activities.
3. Assume complete responsibility for the conduct of their team.
4. Assume responsibility for the philosophy and teachings of the entire athletic program, if applicable.
5. Be available for contests and practices at the start of the athletic season, Monday through Saturday and some holidays.
6. Supervise the use, issuance, return, cleaning, inventory, and storage of equipment, uniforms, and supplies.
7. Submit equipment and supply requests to the Athletic Director.
8. Establish positive relationships with coaches, athletes, parents, and community members.
9. Attend meetings called by the Athletic Director or Building Principal. Attend league, section, and coaches’ association meetings when required.
10. 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.
11. Prepare and submit a schedule of scrimmages and non-league contest to the Athletic Director in a timely manner.
12. Follows established procedures set by the District and Medical staff in the event of an athlete’s injury.
13. Submit initial and final roster to the Athletic Director and update as necessary
14. Report scores to news media when required as prescribed in the Section VI Handbook.
15. Notify the Athletic Director and Building staff of any cancelled games, scrimmages or practices and any unusual events or incidents.
16. Supervise team members after practices/games until all have left the locker room, picked up by parents, or left the building and/or grounds.
17. Complete end of season reports.
18. Comply with all policies and procedures outlines in the NYS Commissioners regulations, NYSPHSAA Section VI and BPS Interscholastic Athletic Handbook.
19. 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.
20. Assesses player’s skills, monitors players during competition and practice.
21. Models sports-like behavior and maintains appropriate conduct towards players, officials, and spectators.
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.
2. 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: NOVEMBER 11, 2026

DR.EBONY E. PROPHET-BULLOCK, Ed.D.

INTERIM 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 [e-mail] or to: Tami Hollie McGee, Chief of Human Resources 719 City Hall Buffalo, NY 14202