• Job Description

  Req#: 5178562

  Speech Coach

  Job Title: High School Speech Coach

  Job Summary:
  The High School Speech Coach guides students in developing and delivering effective speeches and presentations across a variety of forensic categories. The coach plays a key role in enhancing students’ communication skills, preparing them for competitions, and overseeing the logistical, financial, and strategic elements of team participation.

  Key Responsibilities:

  Communication Skills Development:

  • Instruct students in essential speaking skills, including articulation, vocal control, body language, and stage presence.
  • Foster confidence and clarity in verbal communication.

  Speech Content and Structure:

  • Assist students in researching, writing, and organizing speeches to ensure logical structure and compelling content.
  • Provide guidance in crafting arguments, narratives, and informative pieces tailored to specific event types.

  Delivery Techniques:

  • Offer detailed feedback on delivery elements such as pacing, tone, expression, and movement.
  • Coach students on how to emotionally connect with audiences and judges.

  Competitive Strategy and Preparation:

  • Educate students on the rules, formats, and judging criteria of various speech and debate events.
  • Help students prepare for categories such as informative speaking, extemporaneous speaking, dramatic interpretation, and others.
  • Develop individualized strategies to improve competitive performance.

  Mentorship and Student Support:

  • Encourage student growth through one-on-one mentorship, goal-setting, and consistent encouragement.
  • Foster a supportive and inclusive team environment.

  Practice and Feedback:

  • Organize and lead regular practice sessions.
  • Review and critique student performances to guide continuous improvement.

  Competition Management:

  • Research and identify relevant local, regional, and national speech competitions.
  • Register students and coordinate team participation in these events.
  • Supervise students at competitions and provide support throughout.

  Budgeting and Fundraising:

  • Develop and manage the team’s annual budget, ensuring responsible allocation of funds for travel, registration, materials, and other expenses.
  • Plan and oversee fundraising activities to support the team’s financial needs.
  • Collaborate with school administration, parent groups, and community partners to secure resources and sponsorships.

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