Assistant Swim Coach 2026-27

Scarborough Public Schools; Scarborough (ME); On-site; USD 3,800 - 5,100; Full time

Job summary

Scarborough Public Schools seeks an Assistant Swim Coach for the 2026-27 season at Scarborough High School. Immediate availability.

The role involves instructing athletes, maintaining a safe learning environment, and supporting the growth of the Scarborough Swimming program under Athletic Department direction. The position requires NFHS coaching certifications, First Aid/CPR, CHRC clearance, and adherence to school and district policies.

Qualifications

• Previous experience playing and/or coaching swimming at the high school level or higher.
• First Aid & CPR/AED certification.
• Maine Department of Education valid fingerprinting and CHRC approval.
• NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching Principles Certification or Acceptable Equivalent
• NFHS Concussion in Sport Certification
• NFHS Sudden Cardiac Arrest Certification
• NFHS COVID-19 Certification
• Other sport specific certifications as directed by the athletic administration.

Responsibilities

• Instruct athletes in fundamental skills, strategy and physical training for individual and team success while fostering moral values, pride, and self-discipline.
• Ensure a safe competitive and educational environment for all student-athletes.
• Assist in the development of the Scarborough Swimming program as directed by the Department of Athletics.

Skills

Coaching

First Aid CPR

Safety & Compliance

Communication with students/parents

Education

CHRC clearance (Maine DOE fingerprinting)

Job description

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Frontline Applicant Tracking - Scarborough Public Schools

• Position Type: Athletics/Activities/ Coaching
• Date Posted: 10/16/2026
• Location: Scarborough High School
• Date Available: Immediately

Job Title: Assistant Swim Coach 2026-27
Date Available: Immediately

Requirements

• Previous experience playing and/or coaching swimming at the high school level or higher
• First Aid & CPR/AED certification.
• Maine Department of Education valid fingerprinting and CHRC approval.
• NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching Principles Certification or Acceptable Equivalent
• NFHS Concussion in Sport Certification
• NFHS Sudden Cardiac Arrest Certification
• NFHS COVID-19 Certification
• Other sport specific certifications as directed by the athletic administration.

Reports to: The Athletic Administrator and the department of athletics as well as the head varsity swimming coach, 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 the formulation 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.
• Assisted in the overall development of the Scarborough Swimming program as assigned by the Department of Athletics

Compensation: Coaching stipends are based on the district's established coaching rates. Base stipend: $ 4, 446 per season.

Duties

• Abide by the Scarborough High 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 Athletic Department guidelines
• 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 SHS 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 Director of Athletics and 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 https://www.maine.gov/doe/cert.

Application Deadline

Until a suitable candidate is found.

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