Middle School Speech Coach

Reports to: Principal

SUMMARY: The speech coach is responsible for training students to be part of the speech team. Specifically, the coach will lead practices, prepare students for speech competitions and supervise said competitions. In addition, the coach is responsible for communicating effectively with participants, parents, opposing teams, and officials.

QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS

• Ability to understand and follow basic oral and written skills.
• Demonstrates understanding and knowledge of the sport.
• Enforce school regulations and policies in a professional manner.
• Demonstrate the ability to deal with sensitive issues in a tactful and professional manner.
• Address concerns and offer suggestions in an appropriate and confidential manner.
• Ability to maintain good working relationships with fellow employees and pupils.
• Ability to communicate to students, parents and staff in an acceptable/courteous manner.

DUTIES

• Plans activities and events for students after school that meet the needs of the students.
• Report bus list and sign out list for away competitions to the school office.
• Stay abreast of new rules and regulations for the sport.
• Punctual and present for all events and practices including bus rides.
• Organizes and communicates desired supply order to the Athletic Director each winter.
• Communicates with schools on scheduled competitions.
• Supervises students during practices, events and competitions and until all students have left the facilities.
• Positively motivate, communicate, and interact with student participants.
• Positively communicate and interact with parents, officials, and others.
• Maintains a variety of documents including records for both practices and competitions.
• Makes appropriate travel arrangements and communicates with families regarding competitions or other events in a timely manner.
• Plans activities to meet the needs, skills, and interests of students involved.
• Use appropriate channels to resolve concerns, conflicts, and issues.
• Conduct practice and competitions with a high level of sportsmanship and ethics. Profanity is not to be used by coaches or students.
• May be required to perform other duties as assigned by the Administration.