Assistant Coach Speech Events

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Seasonal | Durham, NC, US

Durham Academy is an independent day school located in Durham, North Carolina educating students in preschool through grade 12. We are looking for an assistant coach to enrich our Speech and Debate program, working with students from 5th to 12th grade across multiple events such as Lincoln‑Douglas, Public Forum, Congressional, interpretation, platform and limited prep.

The Assistant Coach for Speech Events will work closely with our Director and Assistant Director of Speech and Debate, facilitating practice sessions, providing constructive feedback, traveling to competitions, and creating a supportive learning environment.

• Assist in running Upper School Speech & Debate practices for Speech
• Coordinate after‑school practices and support competitive students
• Chaperone and judge at Speech & Debate competitions on weekends
• Provide weekly office hours with students to prepare for local, regional, and national competitions
• Offer detailed feedback and suggestions for improvement during practice sessions and competitions
• Guide students in mastering public‑speaking techniques such as delivery, articulation and body language through engaging practice activities

• Eagerness to build supportive relationships with students inside and outside the classroom
• Willingness to try innovative teaching and coaching strategies
• Cultural competence and a desire to promote an inclusive learning environment
• Expertise in communication skills
• Experience in competitive speech as a competitor; coaching experience preferred but not required
• Commitment to lifelong professional growth and use of technology thoughtfully and creatively to enhance learning
• Ability to collaborate authentically, maintaining collegial relationships with colleagues
• Understanding that student wellness is central to the learning experience

• Resume
• List of three references with contact information

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