What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer Fitness Room Instructor - McKinley Fitness Room #305- RB# 24-288 position at Buffalo Public Schools?
DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES
BUFFALO, NEW YORK 14202
RECRUITMENT BULLETIN RB# 24-288
SUMMER FITNESS ROOM INSTRUCTOR
McKinley Fitness Room #305
July 7, 2025 - August 8, 2025
March 19, 2025
POSITION:
The Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Tonja M. Williams Knight, is interested in receiving applications from qualified candidates for the position of:
5 WEEK SUMMER FITNESS ROOM INSTRUCTOR (2)
McKinley High School Fitness Room #305
Session 1: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Session 2: 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM
JOB SUMMARY:
The Summer Fitness Room Instructor is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the fitness room, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for students. This position involves teaching proper use of equipment, developing fitness programs, and promoting lifelong health and wellness habits. The Summer Fitness Room Instructor will supervise and motivate students, maintain equipment, and ensure that safety protocols are followed at all times.
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 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:
- 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 Fitness Instruction 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Follows established procedures set by the District and Medical staff in the event of an athlete’s injury.
- Comply with all policies and procedures outlines in the NYS Commissioners regulations, NYSPHSAA Section VI and BPS Interscholastic Athletic Handbook.
- Demonstrate and tech safe and effective use of fitness equipment.
- Develop and implement structured fitness routines and programs tailored to different student skill levels.
- Provide individual and group instruction on proper exercise techniques, warm-up, and cool-down practices.
- Monitor students during workouts to ensure proper form and prevent injuries.
- Enforce safety rules and guidelines within the fitness room.
- Conduct regular inspections of fitness equipment to ensure functionality and safety.
- Report and address any damaged or unsafe equipment immediately.
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: MARCH 28, 2025
DR. TONJA M. WILLIAMS,
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
