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New Trier Township High School, IL, have four positions available
New Trier Township High School in Illinois seeks two assistant coaches, and two instructional assistants. For detailed information refer to the following links:
Posted 08/20/11
Marquette University High School Seeking Director of Forensics (Speech)
Marquette University High School is seeking a new head coach for their well established forensics team. The head coach is expected to organize practices, attend roughly ten in state tournaments a year and two national tournaments (if students qualify), organize and supervise an assistant coaching staff, handle team funds, and communicate with school administration. MUHS is a member of the WFCA, CFL and NFL forensics leagues. Departing head coach Peter Woods will also be on hand to help during the transition and also answer any questions.
Please contact Bob Herman at if interested and Peter Woods at with any questions.
Posted 07/14/11
SAINT PETER'S PREP (NJ) is Seeking A CO-MODERATOR FOR ITS DEBATE AND FORENSICS TEAM
SAINT PETER'S PREP, New Jersey's Jesuit high school, is seeking a co-moderator for its Debate and Forensics Team. Prep is a private, Catholic, all-boys school in Jersey City; its students come from more than 100 different communities across New Jersey and New York City.
In particular, the co-moderator should be prepared to equip students with the skills and theories necessary for both speech and debate competitions. It is expected that the co-moderator will be available in the after-school hours, between 2:30 4:30 p.m. (though flexible) as this is the time frame when practice typically occurs.
A stipend will be awarded for this position. Please note that this is not a full-time teaching position in the school. It is for co-moderator of a co-curricular organization.
Interested parties should contact Ryan Heffernan, Dean of Student Life, by July 31, at
Posted 06/27/11
St. Margaret's Episcopal Upper School (CA) is Seeking A Full Time Instructor for Both Math and Debate Team
St. Margaret's Episcopal Upper School is seeking a full time Math instructor who would also run and develop the school's existing debate team. St. Margaret's is a college preparatory K-12 school in San Juan Capistrano CA in beautiful Orange County approx. a few miles from the beach and Dana Point Harbor. The school is academically focused with a student body with a lot of potential in debate. SMES has had a competitive team for the past 6 years focused on competing in LD, Policy and Extemporaneous events. The school went to state in Policy last year and has a very competitive core team in need of leadership and debate instruction. Great parent support network in place for judging and participating in team commitments. New principal this year comes from a strong forensics experience and is looking to bring in a speech and debate coach who is also a full time faculty member in the Math department. The upper school has approximately 420 students and class sizes of 14 to 1 or less. Beautiful Spanish style campus and new performing arts center building.
For the full time Math position at St. Margaret's the school is seeking teachers who are collaborative educators and excellent communicators, with experience and a clear understanding of Understanding by Design and Differentiated Instruction. As a technology-rich school, candidates must be comfortable with using technology in the classroom. Qualified candidates will have a Bachelors Degree in Mathematics (a Masters and a clear Teacher Credential is preferred) The qualified candidate will have 3+ years full-time classroom teaching experience and be able to teach through AP Calculus. Independent school experience is a plus.
Many perks at this great school. The campus is beautiful and the school has a very strong sense of community and family with a strong debate team in place.
Please send your resume to for immediate consideration and also apply through the St. Margaret's website
Posted 05/03/11
The Sage Ridge School is Seeking Experienced High School Speech and Debate Coach
Wanted: Experienced High School Speech and Debate Coach to lead a successful and growing forensic program at Sage Ridge School. Sage Ridge School is an independent co-ed college prep day school for grades 5-12 in Reno, Nevada. The Head Coach of Forensics reports directly to the Head of the Upper School and the position entails overall responsibility for curriculum, instruction, resource management, communication and planning associated with maintaining and continually improving the Sage Ridge School forensic program. This includes organizing after school practices and traveling (often on weekends) to participate in regional and national tournaments. Some classroom teaching responsibilities may also be included and salary will reflect any additional responsibilities.
Salary is highly competitive and commensurate with skills and experience. The search will remain open until August 1st unless a suitable candidate is placed in the position before that date.
Please send a cover letter, resume and a list of at least four references to:
Jamie Otis
Sage Ridge School
2515 Crossbow Ct.
Reno, NV 89511
E-mail materials (preferred) to:
Posted 04/28/11
The Hockaday School (TX) Seeks Assistant Director of Debate and Forensic Activities
The Hockaday School is seeking a full-time Assistant Director of Debate and Forensic Activities, Middle and Upper Schools, beginning with the school year. The Hockaday School educates young women to assume positions of responsibility and leadership in a rapidly changing, interconnected world. Hockaday teachers strongly support single-gender education and understand how girls learn best. They value and respect their colleagues, further School-wide, divisional, and departmental goals, and demonstrate a commitment to the ideals expressed in the Tenets of Faculty Excellence (see our website).
The Hockaday School Debate program has consistently earned top ratings and been highly visible at the national level. In three of the last five years, finalists in the Lincoln Douglas debate at the National Forensic League National Championship have been Hockaday students, twice bringing home first place. Hockaday has also consistently qualified numerous students in Lincoln Douglas debate for the Texas State Championship.
The ideal candidate will hold at minimum a Bachelors degree; have had experience debating and coaching debate with the primary focus of Lincoln Douglas and Public Forum; be willing to travel to local, regional, and national competitions; and have experience coaching and mentoring students while building their confidence and expertise. He/she will be dedicated to and enjoy working with students in and out of the classroom and to building an effective working relationship with the Director, supporting team travel arrangements and assisting with communications with parents. Hockaday teachers also serve as advisors to small groups of students and are expected to be involved with students in co- and extracurricular activities, as well as in the life of the institutional community.
This full-time position will involve teaching debate classes, analyzing cases, coaching practice rounds, and chaperoning students on debate trips. The Assistant Director will also help organize and host Hockadays Debate Tournament in November.
Qualified candidates may send a cover letter and resume via email to
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or by mail to:
Nancy Gale
Director of Faculty & Staff Recruitment
The Hockaday School
11600 Welch Road
Dallas, Texas 75229
Resumes should be received no later than May 6, 2011.
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For additional information about the position, please contact Cathy Murphree, Assistant Head of School for Academic Affairs and Provost, at Cathy's email
Posted 04/28/11
Schaumburg High School Seeks Assistant Debate Coach
Schaumburg High School in northwestern suburban Chicago is seeking an Assistant Debate Coach. Preferably candidates that can coach LD, Public Forum, and Congressional Debate.
The Assistant Debate Coach must attend practice every Wednesday and one additional day of his or her choosing. Coaches are expected to judge at the tournaments in which they compete. We offer a competitive coaching stipend in addition to paid judging.
Interested candidates should email a resume, cover letter, and references to Carl Schwartz at
Posted 04/12/11
Leaders Academy Seeks Teacher in Seoul, South Korea
Job Responsibilities
- Teach students forensics, social studies, and English. Design and manage curriculum for assigned courses. Emphasis is on debate.
- Provide differentiated instructions to a variety of abilities and counsel students to find appropriate competitions.
- Provide in-depth feedback and guidance to both students and parents about the progress of each student.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree
- Forensics experience & expertise
- Passion for teaching & coaching
Preferences (but not necessary)
- Teaching certificate
- Mock Trial or Moot Court experience
- Civics or Economics expertise
Contract
- Year-long contract starts summer of 2011
- Salary based on qualifications; overtime available
- Includes flights and housing stipend
Applicants should send CV and cover letter to:
Leaders Academy
Jaesok Building floors 3 & 4,
909-1 Daechi, Gangnam, Seoul, Korea
Phone:
Include NFL Recruitment in the subject heading.
Posted 04/07/11
Gilmour Academy is Seeking Teaching Candidates in Math, English, and Spanish to Coach Debate
Gilmour Academy's mission is to develop students with the competence to see and the courage to act in creating a more humane and just society. Gilmour instills in every student a strong sense of self-worth through personal achievement and the discovery of his or her own voice.
Gilmour Academy seeks an Upper School instructors in English, Spanish, and Math for the 2011-12 academic year with whom Gilmour's mission and vision resonates.
We are seeking experienced educators with a strong educational background, exemplary teaching skills, a commitment to facilitating the growth of each student, and a desire for ongoing professional collaboration and growth.
Attractive candidates for the English position will have energy, enthusiasm, and successful experience in the high school English classroom. An advanced degree in English or a related field is desirable.
Successful candidates for the Spanish position will have energy, enthusiasm, and experience at teaching all levels of Spanish, including AP Experience.
Candidates for the math position must have experience at teaching all levels of Mathematics, from pre-Algebra to Calculus. An advanced degree in Mathematics is desirable. With all three candidates, experience in and a desire to help coach competitive debate is required.
Please e-mail a cover letter, résumé, and list of references to Brian Horgan, Director of the Upper School, at . While electronic submission are preferred, hard copy may be mailed to Brian Horgan at Gilmour Academy, 34001 Cedar Road, Gates Mills, OH, 44040. Gilmour Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Posted 03/23/11
San Dieguito Union High School District (CA) Seeks Speech & Debate Teachers/Coaches at Two High Schools for 2011-12
The San Dieguito Union HS District is a high achieving district serving the suburban beach communities of north San Diego County. Two of our high schools are seeking full time teachers/coaches of Speech & Debate. Both schools have well-established, highly competitive programs with assistant coach positions and very supportive parent groups. Candidates must have, or be eligible for, a California teaching credential for English. Teaching positions in other subject areas may also be available, but candidates must have an English credential to teach the Speech & Debate classes. Application and salary information is available at:
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Application deadline is April 15, 2011. Questions and inquiries should be directed to:
Michael Grove
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Posted 03/14/11
Savannah R-III School District seeks Speech and Debate Teacher and Coach
The Savannah R-III School District is seeking a Speech and Debate Teacher and Coach for the school year. Candidates should possess appropriate Missouri certification or be eligible for a Missouri teaching certificate.
The Savannah High School Speech and Debate Team has a tradition of good parent support and excellence in competition. The successful candidate should have prior speech and debate coaching experience, be highly organized and student focused in their approach to teaching.
Send cover letter and resume to:
Tim Mattson, Ed.D
Personnel Director
408 West Market Street
Savannah, MO 64485
Posted 03/01/11
Western Kentucky University Seeks Office Associate for Forensics Team
Job description for position 997633 Office Associate, Forensics
The desirable candidate must be able to make travel arrangements for a team of 51 students and coaches. The candidate must be able to monitor a budget for the Western Kentucky University forensics team, must be proficient in at procard record keeping, must quickly be able to learn how to navigate Western Kentucky Universitys banner finance system, and must quickly become familiar with HR forms, travel vouchers, travel forms, hiring forms, and various other documents commonly used by the Western Kentucky University forensics team. The desirable candidate must also be able to provide support to the Director of Forensics and coaching staff as the need arises.
The desirable candidate will possess a bachelors degree from an accredited institution.
All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply, including women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and disabled veterans. Western Kentucky University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
Review of applications will begin Friday, April 1st, 2011. For more information, .
Posted 02/28/11
New Trier Township Faculty Leadership Position
Faculty leadership position available at New Trier High School in Winnetka and Northfield, Illinois. This position is for the Speech and Theatre Department Chair available in August, 2011.
Applications must be received by February 11, 2011. Please apply online at:
For detailed information regarding Qualifications, Responsibilities, Curriculum and Instruction, Supervision and Assessment, Organizational Management, Communication Skills and Group Processes click on the following: Detailed Information
Posted 01/25/11
Desert Vista High School Seeks Director of Debate
Desert Vista High Schools Thunder Speech Theater and Debate Company is the 7 time Arizona State Champion, 2-time National Forensic League School of Excellence in Speech and 2010 School of Excellence in Debate Award Winners.
Desert Vista High School, rated by Phoenix magazine as the top college-prep high school in Arizona , is searching for a Director of Debate.
Responsibilities would include:
- Organizing the recruiting and training of students for all four debate events (CX, LD, PF, and Congress).
- Supervising and mentoring assistant debate coaches.
- Coaching students within the debate event of your expertise.
- Assist with travel plans and judge/chaperone on travel trips.
- Be a responsible, contributing member of the coaching staff.
This position could lead to a teaching position but would require Arizona certification and a separate application and interview process. Please check for availability.
Compensation: To be negotiated, DOE.
Please send resumes and inquiries to:
Posted 01/24/11
Bay Area Urban Debate League (BAUDL) seeks full-time Program Director
Program Director Position Description
The Bay Area Urban Debate League (BAUDL) seeks to hire an energetic and devoted full-time Program Director to contribute to the growth of the organization during an exciting phase of strategic and programmatic development. The position is rich with diverse opportunities in education, community development, and non-profit administration. The BAUDL is a nonprofit organization that partners with school districts in the San Francisco Bay Area to bring the benefits of academic debate to under resourced inner-city high schools. The Program Director plays an essential role in the daily and long-term logistics of the organization, supported by committed volunteers and interns, an engaged board, and a full-time Executive Director. The responsibilities of the position can be divided into three areas: Operations, Development, and Community Engagement. Specific tasks may include:
Operations: (50%)
- With the Executive Director, plan, prepare, and direct local debate tournaments.
- Support students by visiting local school sites and participating in practices.
- Foster relationships with partner schools by engaging in meetings with administration and teacher-coaches.
- Provide on-going training, assistance, and support to all coaches.
- Create and develop curriculum and debate material for monthly student workshops and coach professional development.
- Recruit, train and coordinate volunteers to act as mentors in partner schools and/or judge at debate tournaments.
- Maintain databases of school contacts and student information.
Development: (25%)
- Update and maintain donor information on SalesForce.com.
- Track donor activity, record donations, and help maintain contact with contributors
- Assist in planning and executing donation mailing campaigns, fundraisers, and high-publicity public events.
- Explore national and local grants and foundations and contribute to proposal writing process through research and editing.
Community Engagement: (25%)
- Reach out to community organizations for partnership and collaboration.
- Update website with information about BAUDL events and programming.
- Help write and publish press releases to engage local and national media outlets.
- Draft regular, quarterly news-blasts to be posted on website and sent, via e-mail, to BAUDL supporters.
Minimum Job Qualifications:
- Extensive experience debating or coaching debate.
- Relevant work experience, preferably in a non-profit, administrative, or educational capacity.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Effective time management skills and ability to manage multiple projects and task simultaneously.
- Experience working with diverse populations and urban youth.
- Dedication to improving urban education and building youth voices.
- Willingness to work evenings/weekends.
- Must own reliable transportation.
Preferable Job Qualifications:
- Collegiate debate/coaching experience.
- BA, BS or equivalent four-year degree.
- Familiarity with local landscape of schools and community organizations.
Compensation:
The salary for this position is $34,000 per annum. The BAUDL will also provide health benefits
Application Process:
The Bay Area Urban Debate League provides employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender (sex) as required by law.
Responsibilities will begin no later than February 1, 2011. Interested candidates should send resume, cover letter, and three references to Leah Castella at . Please include BAUDL Program Director Application in the subject line. The deadline for applications is December 15, 2010.
Posted 11/30/10
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