Speech and Debate Club Sponsor/Coach (Internal Applicants Only)

  AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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POSITION: Speech and Debate Club Sponsor/Coach
LOCATION: Skyview Campus
PAY RANGE: Co-Curricular Salary Schedule Category Two $3,245 – $5,486                          
CALENDAR:   School Year (August-May)
REPORTS TO:   Athletics Director

District Overview: 
Rigor, relevance, relationships, and choice make Mapleton Public Schools a destination district for both families and staff. In 2006, Mapleton challenged the traditional delivery of education by introducing schools that are small-by-design. Standards-based instruction is offered through the lens of engaging education models, including EL, International Baccalaureate, Big Picture, STEM, Performing and Visual Arts, Project-based Learning, Young Adult, and online. 
 
In Mapleton’s full-choice system, families select their school based on how their child likes to learn, not where they live. Mapleton serves more than 6,700 students – from toddlers to young adults – in unincorporated Adams County, Thornton, and north Denver. With an unyielding commitment to academic success and personal growth, Mapleton is committed to raising expectations by removing obstacles to learning and supporting all students in achieving their dreams. 
 
According to a recent community survey, parents/guardians are proud that their children attend Mapleton Public Schools and believe Mapleton schools are full of highly skilled and compassionate staff. Students view the quality of their education as favorable, and most students say they enjoy coming to school. 
 
For more information about Mapleton Public Schools please visit our website.  
 

WORK LIFE AND BENEFITS:
In Mapleton, we believe you deserve every opportunity to maximize your unique potential. We offer a comprehensive benefits package focused on choice, quality, and value. To learn more about any one of the benefits and advantages of being a part of the Mapleton family, please visit our Benefits page. 
 
QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid Colorado Teachers License preferred, however other candidate credentials will also be considered.
• Enjoy working with students and like to teach and mentor.
• Have enjoyed speech and debate yourself.
• Believe in the power of communication and the benefits of speech and debate and are ready to offer the same experience to students.
   

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES/REQUIREMENTS: 
The coach will work primarily with a team of high school students who are eager to learn and compete at debate events and tournaments.  The core responsibilities will be coaching the students a minimum of 5 hours of debate practice/instruction per week and participating in at least 5 of the 6 DUDL tournaments between October-April.  All meetings are held after school.

1. Act as lead coordinator and supervise the assistant coordinator.
2. Participate in Denver DUDL trainings, meetings, and all competitions.
3. Committed and able to participate in 5-6 debate competitions, 2 student-teacher training workshops, 2-6 coach-training workshops and 2 coaches’ meetings per school year.
4. Provide at least 5 hours of debate practice/instruction per week for students, during the school year.
5. Be responsible for student’s safety and parent communication.
6. Work and communicate with Athletic Director regarding scheduling and set up of debate meets held within the district. 

METHOD OF APPLICATION:  

• External applicants must complete a career application online through Frontline Recruiting & Hiring. 

• Current Mapleton employees should create an account and submit their interest as an internal candidate through Frontline Recruiting & Hiring.