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Debate Team Assistant Coach

Niles Township High Schools District 219
Skokie, IL

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Job Details

Qualifications

English debate training
Student research skills instruction
Teacher collaboration
Educational events
Collaborative curriculum development
Team development
Working with students
Student support
Debates
Workshop facilitation experience
Professional development workshops
Team building
Providing feedback to students

Full Job Description

JobID: 5581

Position Type:
Extracurricular/Debate Assistant Coach

Date Posted:
5/13/2026

Location:
NORTH/WEST SOCIAL STUDIES

Date Available:
26-27 School Year

Closing Date:
08/28/2026

REPORTS TO: Director of Social Studies

POSITION OBJECTIVE: The Assistant Debate Coach supports the development of a competitive and inclusive high school debate program. This role includes working with students of varying experience levels, helping them build research, argumentation, and public speaking skills. Candidates may have experience in Policy Debate, Public Forum Debate, or a strong interest in learning debate formats and coaching strategies.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Assist in planning and facilitating team practices, workshops, and skill-building sessions
Support students in research, case writing, and argument development
Provide feedback on speeches, cross-examination, and debate strategy
Work with novice, junior varsity, and/or varsity debaters
Attend and support students at tournaments (evenings and weekends required)
Help foster a positive, inclusive, and academically focused team culture
Collaborate with the Head Coach on curriculum, logistics, and team communication
Assist with program organization, including tournament registration and judging coordination
Serve as a judge at competitions as needed

PREFERRED SKILLS:

Experience in high school or collegiate debate (Policy, Public Forum, or related formats) OR
Background in education, communication, law, or a related field with an interest in debate coaching
Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills
Ability to work effectively with diverse groups of students
Willingness to learn debate formats, judging paradigms, and coaching techniques
Commitment to student growth and skill development
Collaborative and team-oriented mindset
Adaptability and willingness to support multiple debate formats
Strong critical thinking and analytical skills
Enthusiasm for speech and debate activities

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Season runs from mid-August to mid-April, with additional preparation as needed.

WORKING CONDITIONS: The position requires physical activity including lifting, carrying, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and use of fine motor skills. Work is performed indoors and outdoors and may involve exposure to temperature extremes and potential safety hazards. Reasonable accommodations may be made in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.).

REQUIRED EVENTS/COMPETITIONS: 8 competitions per semester

HOURS PER WEEK: Availability for after-school practices and weekend tournaments, 2 Practices per week, 5 hours of asynchronous work per week

Apply online at: www.niles219.org

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

Niles Township High Schools District 219 is an equal-opportunity employer. It is the policy and practice of District 219 to decide all matters relating to employment solely on the basis of the applicant's ability to perform the essential functions of the position. District 219 ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, sex, sexual orientation, color, national origin, religion, age, or handicap.

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