Head Basketball Coach - Boys / Spaulding Middle School

Darlington County School District; Lamar (SC); On-site; USD 1,200 - 1,600; Full time

Job summary

Darlington County School District, Spaulding Middle School in Lamar, SC, is seeking a Head Basketball Coach for the Boys program for the 2026-2027 school year. The role may include teaching duties and requires strong leadership and communication to develop a championship-level team.

Responsibilities include mentoring student-athletes, promoting school spirit, and implementing programs compliant with SC High School League regulations.

Qualifications

• Valid South Carolina teaching credential preferred.
• Secondary certification preferred.
• This position may include teaching responsibilities.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate a visible commitment to student athletes, community, and instructional leadership.
• Have experience and innovative ideas in and out of season regarding the basketball program in compliance with SC High School League regulations.
• Demonstrate the ability to motivate, relate, work with, and maximize the individual potential of middle school students on and off the court.
• Demonstrate high energy and be able to work well with others.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Coaching

Motivation

Education

South Carolina teaching credential

Secondary certification

Job description

Head Basketball Coach - Boys / Spaulding Middle School

Darlington County School District Spaulding Middle School - Lamar, South Carolina Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5860150

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 29, 2026 7:08 PM (UTC)

Job Description

Description: Head BasketballCoach

Salary: Assigned 2026 - 2027Annual Supplement: $1,400.00

Location: Spaulding MiddleSchool

Available 2026- 2027School Year

*A negative TB test must be on file prior to starting work

Qualifications

• Valid South Carolina teaching credential preferred
• Secondary certification preferred
• This position may include teaching responsibilities
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Experience at the middle/high school level in motivating and developing a championship level program

Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable

FLSA Status: Exempt

Responsible To: Principal and Athletic Director

Credentials: Contact the South Carolina Department of Education at: http://www.scteachers.org/

Primary Duties / Responsibilities

• Demonstrate a visible commitment to student athletes, community, and instructional leadership while promoting positive character and school spirit
• Have experience and innovative ideas in and out of season (in compliance with SC High School League regulations) regarding the volleyball program
• Demonstrate the ability to motivate, relate, work with, and maximize the individual potential of middle school students on and off the court
• Demonstrate high energy and be able to work well with others
• Performs other duties as assigned

Position Type: Full-time

Athletics & Activities > Coaching

Contact Information

• Kimberly Mason
• 120 E. Smith Avenue
• Darlington , South Carolina 29532
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]