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Summary
Hamilton High School is seeking a passionate and experienced individual to lead our Speech and Debate program for the upcoming season. The ideal candidate will foster a supportive and engaging environment for students to develop their public speaking, critical thinking, and argumentation skills. This seasonal position requires a commitment to mentoring students, organizing practices and competitions, and promoting a culture of excellence within the team.
Responsibilities
- Organize and conduct regular practice sessions, ensuring all team members receive personalized coaching and feedback.
- Prepare students for local, regional, and national competitions, including overseeing registration and logistics.
- Foster a team-oriented atmosphere that encourages collaboration, respect, and sportsmanship among team members.
- Communicate regularly with students, parents, and school administration regarding schedules, expectations, and performance.
- Stay current with developments in speech and debate, including rules, formats, and best practices.
- Collaborate with other faculty and staff to integrate speech and debate skills into the broader educational experience.
- Mentor and support students in developing their individual speaking and debating styles, while providing constructive criticism to enhance their performance.
- Manage team budget, fundraising efforts, and any necessary equipment or materials for practices and competitions.
- Attend all relevant meetings, events, and competitions as required.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Education, Communication, or a related field preferred.
- Previous coaching experience in speech and debate or a related extracurricular activity.
- Strong understanding of speech and debate formats, rules, and strategies.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
- Ability to inspire and motivate students of varying skill levels.
- Availability to work evenings and weekends during the competition season.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with students, parents, and staff.
- First Aid/CPR certification.
- Commitment to fostering an inclusive and diverse team environment.
- Ability to pass a fingerprint-based background check per School Board policy.