The High School Speech & Debate Coach at Rochester Prep High School mentors students in speech and debate competitions, preparing them for regional and national tournaments. This part-time role involves organizing practices, coordinating tournament logistics, and maintaining communication with families and school leaders. The position aims to enhance students' critical thinking, public speaking skills, and college readiness through a nationally recognized program.
Company Description
Uncommon Schools is a nonprofit network of high-performing public charter schools dedicated to providing an exceptional K-12 education in economically disadvantaged communities. Operating in Boston, Camden, New York City, Newark, and Rochester, we are committed to closing the college completion gap and preparing every student for college and beyond. Our students consistently exceed national benchmarks , reflecting our dedication to their success. We invest deeply in our educators , offering weekly coaching, feedback, and professional development to ensure excellence in teaching and leadership. Join us to work hard, do good, and make a lasting difference!
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced speech or debate coach to guide a rookie team at
Rochester Prep High School. 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.
Qualifications
Preparation & 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
Coaches will receive an annual stipend of $3,500-$4,000 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.
speech and debate coach, high school coaching, student mentorship, public speaking, competitive tournaments, team management, student development, after-school programs, college readiness, youth education
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