High School Speech & Debate Coach (Part-Time)

Uncommon Schools is a nonprofit network of high-performing public charter schools dedicated to providing an exceptional K-12 education in economically disadvantaged communities. Operating in Boston, Camden, New York City, Newark, and Rochester, we are committed to closing the college completion gap and preparing every student for college and beyond. Our students consistently exceed national benchmarks, reflecting our dedication to their success. We invest deeply in our educators, offering weekly coaching, feedback, and professional development to ensure excellence in teaching and leadership. Join us to work hard, do good, and make a lasting difference!

We are seeking an experienced speech or debate coach to guide a rookie team at

Rochester Prep High School. On our students' paths to and through college, nationally

recognized competitive programs provide an edge for college admissions, but also for

college persistence. The coach will be responsible for all aspects of competition,

including identifying tournaments, registration, securing judges, tryouts, motivating and

preparing students, and keeping school leaders informed of progress. The coaching role

is part-time and will report to the Enrichment Program Manager.

Preparation & Practice Time: Up to 6 hours a week

● Up to 2 hours per week preparing for Projects, competitions, and after school practices.

● Long-term coaching during “Projects”: Meet with students Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1

hour each day, from August to June.

● On average at least 6 hours of practice outside of school hours weekly, working directly

with students to prepare for competition

● Internal employees who also serve as coaches are responsible for the preparation and

communication about any absences caused by team tournaments during their standard

work hours

Competitions: at least 6 weekend tournaments over a 6-month period

● Research and identify appropriate competitions and tournaments.

● Sign up for competitions, in partnership with the school-based Enrichment Program

Manager.

● Coach and travel with students to at least all competitions

● At least one competition should be nationally recognized (for example, National Speech

& Debate Association). These competitions should have regional/district qualifiers that

can lead to competing on the national scale.

● Chaperone students to at least 2 regional/local competitions that take place ahead of the

national competition and can serve as preparation

Family Communication

● Because of the significant time required for after-school practices, school-based

Enrichment Program Managers and coaches identify team members and confirm

commitment via signed parent permission form indicating after-school commitment

● In partnership with the school-based Enrichment Program Manager, establish a family

communication protocol using the Remind app to update families about competition,

after school practices, and any other time outside of school that students will be doing

club-related activities.

Coaches will receive an annual stipend of $3,500-$4,000 based on experience and contracted hours per week, paid semi-monthly.

If at any point during the year, you stop performing these responsibilities before they are fully completed, for any reason, your stipend will be adjusted in accordance.