Modified Baseball Coach - PS 069 Houghton Academy RB# 25-328
Buffalo Public Schools, Buffalo, NY, United States
Overview
MODIFIED BASEBALL COACH
at PS 69 Houghton Academy, Buffalo, NY (2025-2026 School Year). The Buffalo Board of Education, Department of Human Resources, seeks qualified candidates for the position of Modified Baseball Coach.
RECRUITMENT BULLETIN
# 25-328 • January 21, 2026
Job Summary
The 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. 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. Website: www.buffaloschools.org
Applications should be submitted online. Note: Confirmation email is required to verify receipt.
Certifications
In accordance with the Regulations of the Commissioner of Education Section 135.4:
First Aid/CPR/AED requirement
must be met prior to applying to coach. A person with a valid certificate to teach physical education may coach any sport in any school, but must first meet the First Aid/CPR/AED requirement before applying to coaching positions. 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 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 Baseball 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 and Building Principal or Principal Designee
Essential Duties
Adhere to the NFHS Coaches Code of Ethics.
Models 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 by 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 Commissioner’s regulations, NYSPHSAA Section VI and BPS Interscholastic Athletic Handbook.
Make decisions regarding his/her particular team, in keeping with established policies and procedures. When decisions are of a broader scope or affect other coaches/teams, the Athletic Director reviews the matter.
Assess players’ 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 parent’s night, banquets, award nights, and pep assemblies.
Performs 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 3, 2026
Dr. Pascal Mubenga
Superintendent of Schools
The Buffalo Public School District does not discriminate on the basis of an individual’s 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 law. 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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MODIFIED BASEBALL COACH
at PS 69 Houghton Academy, Buffalo, NY (2025-2026 School Year). The Buffalo Board of Education, Department of Human Resources, seeks qualified candidates for the position of Modified Baseball Coach.
RECRUITMENT BULLETIN
# 25-328 • January 21, 2026
Job Summary
The 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. 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. Website: www.buffaloschools.org
Applications should be submitted online. Note: Confirmation email is required to verify receipt.
Certifications
In accordance with the Regulations of the Commissioner of Education Section 135.4:
First Aid/CPR/AED requirement
must be met prior to applying to coach. A person with a valid certificate to teach physical education may coach any sport in any school, but must first meet the First Aid/CPR/AED requirement before applying to coaching positions. 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 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 Baseball 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 and Building Principal or Principal Designee
Essential Duties
Adhere to the NFHS Coaches Code of Ethics.
Models 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 by 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 Commissioner’s regulations, NYSPHSAA Section VI and BPS Interscholastic Athletic Handbook.
Make decisions regarding his/her particular team, in keeping with established policies and procedures. When decisions are of a broader scope or affect other coaches/teams, the Athletic Director reviews the matter.
Assess players’ 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 parent’s night, banquets, award nights, and pep assemblies.
Performs 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 3, 2026
Dr. Pascal Mubenga
Superintendent of Schools
The Buffalo Public School District does not discriminate on the basis of an individual’s 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 law. 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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