High School Speech & Debate Coach (Part-Time)

We are seeking an experienced speech or debate coach to guide a rookie team at
(school name) on our students paths to and through college nationally recognized
competitive programs provide an edge for college admissions but also for college
persistence. The coach will be responsible for all aspects of competition including
identifying tournaments registration securing judges tryouts motivating and preparing
students and keeping school leaders informed of progress. The coaching role is part-
time and will report to the Enrichment Program Manager.

Preparation and Practice Time: Up to 6 hours a week
Up to 2 hours per week preparing for Projects competitions and after school practices.
Long-term coaching during Projects: Meet with students Tuesdays and Thursdays 1
hour each day from August to June.
On average at least 6 hours of practice outside of school hours weekly working directly
with students to prepare for competition
Internal employees who also serve as coaches are responsible for the preparation and
communication about any absences caused by team tournaments during their standard
work hours

Competitions: at least 6 weekend tournaments over a 6-month period
Research and identify appropriate competitions and tournaments.
Sign up for competitions in partnership with the school-based Enrichment Program
Manager.
Coach and travel with students to at least all competitions
At least one competition should be nationally recognized (for example National Speech
& Debate Association). These competitions should have regional/district qualifiers that
can lead to competing on the national scale.
Chaperone students to at least 2 regional/local competitions that take place ahead of the
national competition and can serve as preparation
Family Communication
Because of the significant time required for after-school practices school-based
Enrichment Program Managers and coaches identify team members and confirm
commitment via signed parent permission form indicating after-school commitment
In partnership with the school-based Enrichment Program Manager establish a family
communication protocol using the Remind app to update families about competition
after school practices and any other time outside of school that students will be doing
club-related activities.

Additional Information :

Our people are what make us Uncommon. We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits that support the personal health wellness and finances of our staff and their families. Our compensation philosophy values equity & fairness and attracting & retaining top talent.

Coaches will receive an annual stipend of $4500-$9000 based on experience and contracted hours per week paid semi-monthly.

If at any point during the year you stop performing these responsibilities before they are fully completed for any reason your stipend will be adjusted in accordance.

Starting pay is determined using various factors including but not limited to relevant professional development education certifications and tenure with Uncommon Schools. 

At Uncommon we believe that a supportive and welcoming environment helps our students staff and community thrive. We are dedicated to building a team that brings a wide range of perspectives and experiences reflective of the communities we serve---with over 70% of our staff identifying as people of color. Our organization values respect and open dialogue on important topics that shape our school culture.

As an equal opportunity employer Uncommon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws. We also ensure that individuals with disabilities receive all privileges and benefits associated with employment and are provided reasonable accommodations for the interview process and to perform core job functions. If you would like to request an accommodation please email

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Part-time