Forensics Coaches, Head & Assistant - Vacancy ID: 220180
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The Forensics Coach is responsible for leading and coaching students in competitive speech events. The coach will mentor students in various forensics categories, foster teamwork, and prepare them for local, regional, and national competitions. The role involves organizing practices, facilitating tournament participation, and encouraging personal and academic growth through public speaking and critical thinking.
Qualifications and Preferred Skills:
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Previous experience in speech, debate, forensics, or competitive public speaking (preferred).
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Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
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Ability to work well with students of varying abilities and backgrounds.
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Availability to attend after-school practices, weekend tournaments, and out-of-town competitions.
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Commitment to fostering a positive, educational, and competitive environment.
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Familiarity with the rules and formats of various forensics events
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Ability to coach students in research, argumentation, and presentation techniques.
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Experience in managing teams and organizing events or competitions.
Applications will be screened as they are submitted and candidates may be contacted for interviews prior to the close date of the job posting.
The School District of River Falls serves 3,300 students in grades PK-12. The greater community of 15,000 residents is home to a UW system college and technical college and serves as a suburb to the Minneapolis-St. Paul metro area. To learn more about our school and community visit: http://www.rfsd.k12.wi.us/district/employment-opportunities.cfm
The School District of River Falls embraces diversity and equal opportunity. We are committed to inclusive hiring practices that support our goal of a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. Specifically, we do not discriminate on the basis of age, sex (including gender identity, gender expression, and nonconformity to gender role stereotypes), race, religion, national origin, color, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, physical, mental, emotional or learning disability or handicap.
In alignment to our values and Title IX legislation, we do not discriminate on the basis of sex. Any inquiries about the application of Title IX may be referred to either or both the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights of the Department of Education or the Director of Human Resources, 852 E. Division Street, River Falls, WI 54022, (715) 425-1800, nate.schurman@rfsd.k12.wi.us. If, because of a disability, you require the assistance of auxiliary aides or services in conjunction with the application process, or to request employment-related accommodations, please contact: jennifer.karras@rfsd.k12.wi.us or 715-425-1800 ext. 1101.