8th Grade Boys Basketball Coach 2026-27

Scarborough Public Schools; Scarborough (ME); On-site; USD 3,000 - 3,500; Part time

Job summary

Scarborough Public Schools is seeking an 8th Grade Boys Basketball Coach for the 2026-27 season at Scarborough Middle School. Immediate availability with coaching stipends based on district rates; base stipend is $3,098 per season.

The role requires NFHS certifications, First Aid/CPR, CHRC fingerprinting, and adherence to district and Maine Principals Association rules. The successful candidate will instruct student-athletes in skills, strategy, and fitness, foster moral values and

Qualifications

• Experience playing and/or coaching basketball at high school level or higher.
• First Aid & CPR certification.
• Maine Dept. of Education fingerprinting/CHRC approval.
• NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching Principles Certification.
• NFHS Sudden Cardiac Arrest Certification.
• NFHS Concussion in Sport Certification.
• NFHS COVID-19 Certification.
• NFHS Protecting Students from Abuse.

Responsibilities

• Instruct athletes in fundamental skills, strategy and physical training for individual and team growth.
• Ensure the safest possible competitive and educational environment for student-athletes.
• Assist in development of Scarborough Middle School basketball program as assigned by the Department of Athletics.

Skills

Basketball coaching experience

First Aid & CPR certification

NFHS coaching certifications

CHRC fingerprinting

Maine state background check

Student safety training

Job description

• Position Type:
  Athletics/Activities/ Coaching
• Date Posted:
  10/14/2026
• Location:
  Scarborough Middle School
• Date Available:
  Immediately

Job Title:

8th Grade Boys Basketball Coach 2026-27

Date Available:

Immediately

Requirements:

• Previous experience playing and/or coaching Basketballat the high school level or higher
• First Aid & CPR certification.
• Maine Department of Education valid fingerprinting and CHRC approval.
• NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching Principles Certification
• NFHS Sudden Cardiac Arrest Certification
• NFHS Concussion in Sport Certification
• NFHS COVID-19 Certification
• NFHS Protecting Students from Abuse
• Other certification and trainings may be deemed necessary by the Department, Board or Maine Principals Association

Reports To:

The athletic administrator and the department of athletics, who provides overall objectives, direction, and final evaluation.

Job Description:

• To instruct athletes in the fundamental skills, strategy and physical training necessary for them to realize a degree of individual and team success. At the same time, the student shall receive instruction that will lead to theformulation of moral values, pride of accomplishment, acceptable social behavior, self-discipline and self-confidence.
• Ensure and provide the safest possible competitive & educational environment for all student-athletes involved.
• Assist in the overall development of the ScarboroughBasketball program as assigned bythe Department of Athletics.

Compensation:

Coaching stipends are based on the district's established coaching rates. Base stipend: $ 3,098 per season.

Duties:

• Abide by the Scarborough Middle School Athletic Departments Coaches Handbook
• Abide by all Maine Principals Association rules and regulations
• Follow and implement all rules and policies within the school & athletic handbooks
• Equipment inventory & management
• May need to communicate travel arrangement & schedule with Athletic Department staff
• Implement school athletic Code of Conduct
• Make sure roster and students comply with AD's office
• Ensure athletic participation fee payment by athletes in conjunction with AD's office
• Help in the distribution of team rosters, contest schedules and descriptions of contest locations to all players and parents
• Properly communicate with students and parents as it relates to the SMS communication guide
• Monitor athlete attendance/behavior/academic status as communicated by the athletic department
• Communicate all student-athlete injuries to the Athletic Trainer and/or athletic office
• Attend all school Athletic Department meetings as assigned by the Athletic Director
• All others as assigned by the Athletic Department.

Maine State Law requires ALL school employees to be fingerprinted and pass a Criminal History Record Check (CHRC). A copy of your CHRC MUST be uploaded as part of your application to be considered. For more information about Maine's Criminal History Record Check (CHRC) requirements, please see the Maine Department of Education website at http://maine.gov/doe/cert/fingerprinting/index.html

About Scarborough Public Schools

Located on the scenic coast of Southern Maine, six miles southwest of Portland, Scarborough Public Schools provide services to students from kindergarten to adult education practicing its philosophy of offering quality education for all eligible members of the community. Students learn in a positive atmosphere where dedicated educators strive to meet individual student needs throughout the school year and beyond.
Scarborough Public Schools are committed to all students becoming college, career, and civic ready through student-centered learning. Using our Student Centered Learning focus, decisions in planning instruction and in the continuous improvement of our schools are made with students' needs and interests as our primary consideration.
For more information on Scarborough Public Schools, please see our website at w ww.scarboroughschools.org

Scarborough Public Schools - Employee Notification of Electronic Monitoring

Scarborough Public Schools uses electronic monitoring systems as part of our daily operations. This includes monitoring the use of school-owned computers, networks, email, internet, phones, and other electronic devices provided by the District. We also use a card access system to control entry to our buildings. This system tracks card swipes to help keep our schools safe.
Security cameras may be present throughout our facilities to protect students, staff, visitors, and property. These cameras are for safety and are not considered employee surveillance under Maine law.
When an employee utilizes district electronic equipment, systems or networks, the employee should not expect privacy, except as required by law or district policy.

Here's a link to the statute for the digital version:

L.D. 61

Postings current as of 10/16/2026 4:39:50 AM CST.