Oregon Episcopal School
Speech and Debate Coach (Finance)
ABOUT US: Oregon Episcopal School occupies a wooded 59 acre campus where 880 students in Pre-K through 12th Grade share an excellent faculty, an inquiry based curriculum, and a strong sense of community. The School values employees who seek to continually develop the OES Essential Competencies in themselves and others and are prepared to engage in a vibrant, culturally diverse learning community.
JOB SUMMARY:The speech and debate coach supervises and supports the OES Speech and Debate Team, a competitive program that supports novice and varsity students in grades 9-12 competing in National Circuit and Oregon Circuit LD, Parli, and Policy debate and miscellaneous speech events. Experience with debate is ideal, and the successful candidate will be willing to commit time and effort to learn as the team grows and changes focus.
This is a seasonal, exempt position that will require approximately 35 hours per month from September through June. It reports directly to the Upper School division head.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Run the Speech and Debate Activity, which meets once or twice weekly for 75 minute blocks. Teach foundational skills of argumentation and research. (Experienced students and team captains assist in running practice drills).Support high school students to learn, develop, hone, and eventually master the art of speech and debate.Support evening practices, which are run by assistant coaches, at the coachs discretion.Chaperone in-state tournaments one to two times per month from September through April.Arrange transportation and judging for tournaments. This involves coordinating the OES bus and parent volunteers. Parents are always happy to come judge to see their kids in action.Communicate with parents and students about tournament logistics.Coordinate with the Business Office to ensure accurate billing to families and budget management.Collaborate with the Upper School Office to ensure adequate supervision, coverage, and training. Support students seeking admission to summer debate camps and recruiting to collegiate debate programs.