Job Posting for Assistant Individual Speech Coach at Fort Dodge Community School District
Supervisor: Building Administrator
Contract Length: varies
Job Classification: Coach
FLSA Status: non-exempt
Compensation: $1,080
In the Fort Dodge Community School District, we are professional, high-performing team players focused on delivering the best possible learning experience for each one of our 3700 students. We respect diversity, value integrity, reward competitively, celebrate success and support employee growth and development. We aim to attract, develop and retain the best people as part of our Dodger family.
Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic individual to join our high school's Speech team as an Assistant Individual Speech Coach. The ideal candidate will have a deep appreciation for effective communication and theatre performance, possess excellent interpersonal skills, and be dedicated to fostering the talents of high school students in the realm of Individual speech.
Essential Functions
Collaborate with the head coach to develop and implement a tailored curriculum for indivdual speech events.
Create engaging exercises and activities to enhance students' public speaking, argumentation, and interpretation skills.
Provide constructive feedback on performances, focusing on both content and delivery.
Work closely with students to develop and perfect their speeches and performances for individual events.
Assist students in selecting appropriate material for their events and ensure adherence to competition guidelines.
Conduct mock competitions and simulations to prepare students for actual events.
Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalent
Previous experience in public speaking, theatre performance, or related activities preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Patience, empathy, and the ability to motivate and inspire students.
Understanding of the educational value of speech and debate activities.
Strong knowledge of various speech events and competition formats.
Travel Requirements
Travels to school district buildings and contests/festivals as required.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Amount of TimePhysical ActivityOccasionally
(1%-32%)Frequently
(33%-65%)Constantly
(66%-100%) Mobility - - X Bend - X - Talk - - X Hear - - X Operate Computer - X - Stationary Position X - - Balance - - X Lift Up to 25 pounds X - - Operate Motor Vehicle X - -
WORKING CONDITIONS:Amount of TimeWorking ConditionsOccasionally
(1%-32%)Frequently
(33%-65%)Constantly
(66%-100%) District Office Hours - - Evenings during the season Indoors - - X Evenings - - X Weekends - X -
It is the policy of Fort Dodge Community School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), sexual orientation, gender identity, and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and its employment practices. If you have questions or grievances related to this policy, please contact Aaron Davidson, Executive Director Educational Services, 515-576-1161, adavidson@fdschools.org, located at Central Administration Office, 109 North 25th Street, Fort Dodge, IA 50501, or contact the Office for Civil Rights Midwestern Division for U. S. Department of Education Office, John C. Kluczynski Federal Building 230 S. Dearborn St., 37th Floor, Chicago, IL 60604 (Alternate for Section 504 is Branwyn Greathouse, Director of Special Education/Special Needs, 515-574-5675, bgreathouse@fdschools.org, Central Administration Office, 109 North 25th Street, Fort Dodge, IA 50501). Affirmative Action Compliance Coordinator The District’s Compliance Coordinator for Affirmative Action is Kimberly Whitmore, Director of Human Resources, 515-576-1161, kwhitmore@fdschools.org, 109 North 25th Street, Fort Dodge, IA 50501. Physical/Sexual Abuse Reporting The District’s Designated Investigators of Physical/Sexual Abuse of Students by School EmployeesRoger Porter, Director of School Safety and Security, 515-576-1161,rporter@fdschools.org, located at Central Administration Office, 109 North 25th Street, Fort Dodge, IA 50501. The alternate is Branwyn Greathouse, Director of Special Education/Special Needs, 515-574-5675, bgreathouse@fdschools.org, Central Administration Office, 109 North 25th Street, Fort Dodge, IA 50501. Harassment Complaints and Allegations The District’s Officers for Harassment Complaints and Allegations Roger Porter, Director of School Safety and Security, 515-576-1161,rporter@fdschools.org, located at Central Administration Office, 109 North 25th Street, Fort Dodge, IA 50501. Sex Discrimination and Harassment (Title IX) The District’s Coordinator for Sex Discrimination and Harassment is Roger Porter, Director of School Safety and Security, 515-576-1161,rporter@fdschools.org. The Deputy Coordinator is Kimberly Whitmore, Director of Human Resources. Both are located at Central Administration Office, 109 North 25th Street, Fort Dodge, IA 50501.
Rev. 7/2023
Fort Dodge Community School District is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer.
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