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    Assistant Coach for Speech Events - Durham, United States - Durham Academy

    Durham Academy
    Durham Academy Durham, United States

    4 weeks ago

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    Description
    Durham Academy is an independent day school located in Durham, North Carolina educating students in preschool through grade 12. DA Speech and Debate is a full-service program, working with students from 5th to 12th grade in one or more of the following areas: Lincoln-Douglas debate, Public Forum debate, Congressional Debate, interpretation events, platform events, and/or limited prep events. The Assistant Coach for Speech Events is pivotal in preparing our students for competitive speech competitions while honing their communication and critical thinking skills. The Assistant Coach for Speech Events will work closely with our Director and Assistant Director of Speech and Debate, by facilitating practice sessions, offering constructive feedback, traveling to competitions, and creating a supportive learning environment for our students.

    We are seeking candidates local to the Raleigh-Durham area, but are open to welcoming a virtual coach to join the coaching staff.

    An ideal candidate would have the following qualities:
    • Eagerness to build supportive relationships with students in and beyond the classroom
    • A willingness to try innovative teaching and coaching strategies
    • Cultural competence with a desire to create and promote an inclusive learning environment
    • Expertise in communication skills
    • Experience in competitive speech as a competitor; while experience in coaching is preferred for this role, it is not a requirement for the position.
    The job responsibilities for the position include:
    • Assist in running Upper School Speech & Debate practices for Speech
    • Work after school to coordinate practices and support competitive students
    • Chaperone and judge at Speech & Debate competitions on weekends to support competitive students
    • Provide weekly office hours with students to prepare for upcoming competitions on the local, regional, and national level
    • Provide detailed feedback and suggestions for improvement during practice sessions and competitions, empowering students to refine their performances.
    • Guide students in mastering essential public speaking techniques such as delivery, articulation, and body language through engaging practice activities.
    DA Employees

    Are culturally competent and believe in the central importance of diversity and equity in the life of a school community.

    Can work independently with minimal supervision and routinely prioritize multiple tasks.

    Have the ability to work in complex environments with a high degree of organizational effectiveness and attention to detail.

    Are personable, collaborative and able to develop rapport quickly with a variety of individuals.

    Use technology thoughtfully and creatively.

    Innovate and experiment to find novel and efficient ways to complete tasks and solve problems.

    Our School

    Founded in 1933, Durham Academy is an all-gender, independent day school with 1,247 students in Pre-kindergarten through grade 12 on three campuses. The purpose of a Durham Academy education is to prepare each student to live a moral, happy and productive life. DA's Strategic Vision commits to preparing students for life, meeting the needs of our learners and innovating more boldly, with a foundation broadening and deepening our work with diversity, equity and engagement. Our DA is accredited by the Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS). Durham Academy is a member of the National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC), the Southern Association for College Admission Counseling (SACAC) and the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS).

    Diversity, Equity and Engagement Mission Statement

    Diversity enlivens, improves and enriches the intellectual and social environment of an academic community and encompasses all aspects of humanity including racial identity, sex, religion, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, ability, age and gender identity. We are committed to an ongoing process to increase the diversity of our community and to implement policies, programs and practices under which all members of our community feel welcomed, empowered, responsible and safe. Amidst our diversity we stand united in the pursuit of academic excellence and development of individual capabilities. Find out more about DA's commitment to diversity, equity and engagement here.

    (Adopted by the Durham Academy Board of Trustees in 2004 and updated in 2008)

    Our Employment Policy

    It is the policy of Durham Academy to make employment decisions on the basis of qualifications for a specific job without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national or ethnic origin, age, veteran status, or the presence of a disability, except where such is a bona fide occupational qualification.

    When applying to this position, please include:

    Cover Letter

    Resume

    A list of three references with contact information


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