Assistant Coach for Speech Events

Durham AcademyDurham, NC
Hybrid

About The Position

The Assistant Coach for Speech Events is pivotal in preparing our students for competitive speech competitions while honing their communication and critical thinking skills. The Assistant Coach for Speech Events will work closely with our Director and Assistant Director of Speech and Debate, by facilitating practice sessions, offering constructive feedback, traveling to competitions, and creating a supportive learning environment for our students. We are seeking candidates local to the Raleigh-Durham area, but are open to welcoming a virtual coach to join the coaching staff.

Requirements

  • Expertise in communication skills
  • Experience in competitive speech as a competitor

Nice To Haves

  • Eagerness to build supportive relationships with students in and beyond the classroom
  • A willingness to try innovative teaching and coaching strategies
  • Cultural competence with a desire to create and promote an inclusive learning environment
  • Experience in coaching is preferred for this role

Responsibilities

  • Assist in running Upper School Speech & Debate practices for Speech
  • Work after school to coordinate practices and support competitive students
  • Chaperone and judge at Speech & Debate competitions on weekends to support competitive students
  • Provide weekly office hours with students to prepare for upcoming competitions on the local, regional, and national level
  • Provide detailed feedback and suggestions for improvement during practice sessions and competitions, empowering students to refine their performances.
  • Guide students in mastering essential public speaking techniques such as delivery, articulation, and body language through engaging practice activities.
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