Buffalo Public Schools
Instructional Coach - TOSA - PS 043 Lovejoy Discovery School RB # 25-093c
Buffalo Public Schools, Buffalo, New York, United States, 14266
BOARD OF EDUCATION
DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES
BUFFALO, NEW YORK 14202
RECRMENT BULLETIN # 25-093c Instructional Coach – TOSA: PS 43 Lovejoy Discovery School, 2025‑2026 School Year, December 19, 2025
Notice of Positions The Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Pascal Mubenga, is interested in receiving applications from qualified candidates for the following teaching positions:
Position: Instructional Coach – TOSA PS 43 Lovejoy Discovery School
Application Candidates must complete an application form available on the district website, www.buffaloschools.org. Click the " APPLY " button at the bottom of this page to start your application. Once the form is completed, click the
Submit
button.
Applications successfully received will generate a confirmation email to the account listed on the application. (Be sure to check your junk and spam mail.) 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.
Qualifications
Candidates must hold a Master’s degree and New York State certification in at least one of the following subject areas: Math, Science, English Language Arts, Social Studies, Reading or Literacy, or Elementary Education.
It is required that candidates attach a PDF or a screenshot of their certifications.
Candidates must have three years of approved and appropriate teaching and/or coaching experience in an urban school district.
In evaluating each candidate’s qualifications, preference will be given to the candidate’s understanding and demonstration of effective coaching techniques; coursework and experiences in best instructional practices in the core content areas, data driven instruction and professional development.
The candidate must possess excellent written and oral communication skills, organizational skills, and leadership and problem-solving ability.
Proficiency in the use of technology, the Common Core Learning Standards, assessments, and techniques to facilitate professional learning for teachers in a confidential relationship that encourages risk taking is essential.
Duties Classroom Support of Individual Teachers
Demonstrating effective teaching/behavior management strategies
Providing assistance in unpacking/implementing Common Core Learning Standards
Co-planning lessons that align to the CCLS and incorporate differentiated instruction
Facilitating access to needed instructional materials
Assisting with AIS/RTI requirements
Providing data reports and teaching how to analyze the results
Lead Grade Level/Common Planning Time Meetings
Collaborating with building administrators to executing all components of Grade Level/Common Planning Time meetings.
Scheduling and facilitating regular Grade Level/ Common Planning Time meetings
Analyzing data, deciding the focus of meetings, and planning agendas in collaboration with administration
Establishing a reporting out and follow-up process
Professional Development Activities
Planning and leading on‑going professional development during faculty meetings and after‑school sessions, and on Superintendent Conference Days, etc. focused on Common Core Learning Standards, DDI, differentiated instruction, and higher order thinking skills (HOTS)
Facilitating the backward planning and DDI processes
Indirect Support
Acting as testing coordinator for District and NYS Assessments (scheduling, managing, score training, scoring, etc.)
Assisting with the development/management of the school’s master schedule
Serving on committees (School‑Based Management Team, Academic, Data, etc.)
Attending professional development to further develop the capacity to lead
This recruitment bulletin in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. The employee will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other related duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator or supervisor. Buffalo Public Schools reserves the right to update, revise or change this recruitment bulletin and related duties at any time without prior notice.
Appointment Appointment will be made by the Board of Education upon the recommendation of the Superintendent following assessment of training, experience, certifications, credentials and evaluation of service. Personal interviews, a modeled lesson, and a writing sample shall be scheduled.
Salary Teacher Salary Schedule
Final Date FOR FILING: January 13, 2026
Non-Discrimination Statement 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.
DR. PASCAL MUBENGA SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS
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RECRMENT BULLETIN # 25-093c Instructional Coach – TOSA: PS 43 Lovejoy Discovery School, 2025‑2026 School Year, December 19, 2025
Notice of Positions The Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Pascal Mubenga, is interested in receiving applications from qualified candidates for the following teaching positions:
Position: Instructional Coach – TOSA PS 43 Lovejoy Discovery School
Application Candidates must complete an application form available on the district website, www.buffaloschools.org. Click the " APPLY " button at the bottom of this page to start your application. Once the form is completed, click the
Submit
button.
Applications successfully received will generate a confirmation email to the account listed on the application. (Be sure to check your junk and spam mail.) 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.
Qualifications
Candidates must hold a Master’s degree and New York State certification in at least one of the following subject areas: Math, Science, English Language Arts, Social Studies, Reading or Literacy, or Elementary Education.
It is required that candidates attach a PDF or a screenshot of their certifications.
Candidates must have three years of approved and appropriate teaching and/or coaching experience in an urban school district.
In evaluating each candidate’s qualifications, preference will be given to the candidate’s understanding and demonstration of effective coaching techniques; coursework and experiences in best instructional practices in the core content areas, data driven instruction and professional development.
The candidate must possess excellent written and oral communication skills, organizational skills, and leadership and problem-solving ability.
Proficiency in the use of technology, the Common Core Learning Standards, assessments, and techniques to facilitate professional learning for teachers in a confidential relationship that encourages risk taking is essential.
Duties Classroom Support of Individual Teachers
Demonstrating effective teaching/behavior management strategies
Providing assistance in unpacking/implementing Common Core Learning Standards
Co-planning lessons that align to the CCLS and incorporate differentiated instruction
Facilitating access to needed instructional materials
Assisting with AIS/RTI requirements
Providing data reports and teaching how to analyze the results
Lead Grade Level/Common Planning Time Meetings
Collaborating with building administrators to executing all components of Grade Level/Common Planning Time meetings.
Scheduling and facilitating regular Grade Level/ Common Planning Time meetings
Analyzing data, deciding the focus of meetings, and planning agendas in collaboration with administration
Establishing a reporting out and follow-up process
Professional Development Activities
Planning and leading on‑going professional development during faculty meetings and after‑school sessions, and on Superintendent Conference Days, etc. focused on Common Core Learning Standards, DDI, differentiated instruction, and higher order thinking skills (HOTS)
Facilitating the backward planning and DDI processes
Indirect Support
Acting as testing coordinator for District and NYS Assessments (scheduling, managing, score training, scoring, etc.)
Assisting with the development/management of the school’s master schedule
Serving on committees (School‑Based Management Team, Academic, Data, etc.)
Attending professional development to further develop the capacity to lead
This recruitment bulletin in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. The employee will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other related duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator or supervisor. Buffalo Public Schools reserves the right to update, revise or change this recruitment bulletin and related duties at any time without prior notice.
Appointment Appointment will be made by the Board of Education upon the recommendation of the Superintendent following assessment of training, experience, certifications, credentials and evaluation of service. Personal interviews, a modeled lesson, and a writing sample shall be scheduled.
Salary Teacher Salary Schedule
Final Date FOR FILING: January 13, 2026
Non-Discrimination Statement 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.
DR. PASCAL MUBENGA SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS
#J-18808-Ljbffr