HS Speech Sponsor - Hoover

Des Moines Public School District•Des Moines, IA

About The Position

This position is responsible for teaching students the 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 contests, schedule all practices and coordinate travel arrangements. They serve as the head speech coach and provide oversight to the speech activity.

Requirements

Ability to guide and develop student growth in all areas of performance, research, and competitive strategy.
College degree.
The ability to drive students to competition sites as required.

Nice To Haves

Experience/background in speech at the high school or collegiate level.

Responsibilities

Teach students the various forms of speech; including the theories and skills underlying the various competition events.
Meet with students on a regular basis throughout the school year.
Stay informed on rules, procedures and judging standards for speechevents.
Set practice/behavior standards required for students to participate in the program and enter tournaments.
Book tournament travel arrangements, including transportation andlodging.
Coordinate student and judge entry, and supervise and judge at weekend and evening tournaments.
Communicate regularly with parents through multiple mediums (email, text, Facebook, etc.).
Assess strengths and weaknesses of the program to improve it from year to year.
Maintain open and ongoing communications with schooladministration.
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.