Speech and Debate Coach for the 2024-2025 Speech and Debate tournament season (September through April). The role of Pomona Catholic’s speech and debate program is to help motivate students academically and to hone and practice reading, writing, speaking, and thinking skills. We teach students healthy, positive life skills in a fun, competitive, and positive environment. Applicants must be able to support these ideas while providing strong leadership and commitment to Pomona Catholilc’s students. This is a stipend position.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Run Speech and Debate practice sessions in coordination with the Speech and Debate class.

• Instruct students, teaching basic skills involved in speech and debate competition.

• Ensure the safety and security of the team before, during, and after tournaments..

• Communicate with the Vice Principal on progress/status/issues related to individuals/team.

• Represent Pomona Catholic at tournaments.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Able to demonstrate a commitment to the student population served at Pomona Catholic.

• At least two years of experience coaching speech and debate at the high school level.

• Strong technical knowledge of skills and strategies and the ability to teach these skills to students.

• Demonstrated leadership and organization skills.

• Able to work independently and in partnership with others.

• Able to serve as a positive role model for students and a commitment to holding all students and adults associated with the program to the same standards.

• Valid California Driver’s License, a clean driving record, and proof of insurance

• California Department of Justice and federal fingerprint clearances

TO APPLY

Interested candidates should email a cover letter and resume to and include “Speech and Debate Coach” in the subject line. Describe in your cover letter why you are interested in Pomona Catholic and how your experience matches with our needs.

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Pay: Up to $10,000.00 per year

Expected hours: No more than 10 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Referral program

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

• Pomona, CA 91768: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person