HS Head Debate Coach - North

Des Moines Public School District•Chicago, IA

1d•$5,006•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for teaching students the four forms of debate and various forms of speech, including the theories and skills underlying the various competition events. They will build and lead a team of students through regular speech and debate contest, schedule all practices and coordinate travel arrangements.

Requirements

Experience as a speech and/or debate instructor/participant.
Knowledgeable in the areas of performance, research and competitive strategy.
College degree in related field (Associate Degree minimum)
Valid driver’s license.
The ability to drive students to competition sites as required.

Nice To Haves

Experience as a debate and/or speech coach
Bachelor’s Degree or higher in field of communications (journalism, communication, law, rhetorical studies, discourse, writing or creative writing).

Responsibilities

Teach students the four forms of debate; including the theories and skills underlying the various competition events.
Meet with students on a regular basis.
Submit annual activity plan to activities office by October 1st. Submission of plan will be required before the initial stipend payment is paid.
Stay informed on rules, procedures and judging standards for debate events.
Foster skills in research, organization and filing of evidence for building cases.
Obtain necessary permission, insurance and school participation forms and fees from students.
Set practice/behavior standards required for students to enter tournaments.
Book tournament travel arrangements, including transportation and lodging.
Coordinate student and judge entry, and supervise and judge at weekend and evening tournaments.
Coordinate all-city middle school debate on-site.
Communicate regularly with parents through multiple mediums (email, text, Facebook, etc.).
Maintain open and ongoing communications with high school administration.
Submit reports (with student evidence) and activity checklists to building and district administration as requested.
Attend work on a prompt and regular basis.
Maintain confidentiality.
Maintain satisfactory and harmonious working relationships with the public, students, and other employees.
Assist with other duties as may be assigned.
Attend district-wide meetings as requested.