26-120; Head Coach, Speech and Debate; Ashland High School; Temporary

Ashland School District 5; United States; On-site; USD 68,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Ashland School District is seeking a Head Coach for Speech and Debate at Ashland High School. This temporary position leads a comprehensive program promoting public speaking, critical thinking, and leadership while ensuring compliance with district policies and OSAA rules.

The advisor will organize events, recruit participants, coordinate travel, and provide coaching to develop student performance and character in a safety-conscious environment.

Qualifications

• Experience working with high school students in leadership, advisory, or extracurricular settings.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Organize and administer all aspects of the school's speech and debate program.
• Develop and communicate program expectations, goals, schedules, and procedures.
• Promote student participation and equitable access to the program.
• Recruit and retain students representing diverse backgrounds and interests.
• Maintain a program culture emphasizing respect, sportsmanship, academic achievement, and ethical conduct.
• Coordinate speech and debate events, practices, tournaments, and transportation in collaboration with school administration.
• Teach and coach students in speech, interpretation, public speaking, debate formats, research skills, argumentation, evidence evaluation, and presentation techniques.

Skills

Public speaking

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Mentoring

Student development

Job description

• Date Posted: 9/16/2026
• Location: Ashland High School
• Date Available: 9/23/2026

Job Title: Head Coach, Speech and Debate; Temporary

Work Site: Ashland High School

Reports to: Principal/Athletic Director

Salary: $5,699 - $6,735

Toperformthisjobsuccessfully,anindividualmustbeabletoperformeachessentialdutysatisfactorilywithorwithoutreasonableaccommodation.

JOBSUMMARY

The Speech and Debate Advisor/Coach develops, supervises, and coordinates a comprehensive high school speech and debate program that promotes student growth in public speaking, critical thinking, argumentation, leadership, communication, citizenship, and academic excellence. The advisor fosters a safe, inclusive, and positive environment while ensuring compliance with district policies, Oregon law and OSAA rules.

ESSENTIALDUTIESANDRESPONSIBILITIES

1. 1. Organize and administer all aspects of the school's speech and debate program.
2. 2. Develop and communicate program expectations, goals, schedules, and procedures.
3. 3. Promote student participation and equitable access to the program.
4. 4. Recruit and retain students representing diverse backgrounds and interests.
5. 5. Maintain a program culture emphasizing respect, sportsmanship, academic achievement, and ethical conduct.
6. 6. Coordinate speech and debate events, practices, tournaments, and transportation in collaboration with school administration.
7. 7. Teach and coach students in speech, interpretation, public speaking, debate formats, research skills, argumentation, evidence evaluation, and presentation techniques.
8. 8. Develop practice plans and instructional activities designed to improve student performance and personal growth.
9. 9. Prepare students for local, district, regional, state, and national competitions.
10. 10. Provide constructive feedback and individualized coaching.
11. 11. Encourage leadership, teamwork, self-advocacy, and effective communication skills.
12. 12. Develop lines of communication with students, staff, parents, officials, and booster clubs to promote Speech and Debate.
13. 13. Maintain a record that includes information about equipment, supplies, student eligibility, and emergency medical information.
14. 14. Provide for the safety and security of all students at all times.
15. 15. Comply with all district policies, OSAA rules, league regulations, and competition requirements.
16. 16. Verify student eligibility requirements in coordination with school administration.
17. 17. Submit required rosters, registrations, travel documentation, and competition entries by established deadlines.
18. 18. Maintain accurate records of participation, attendance, results, expenditures, and program activities.
19. 19. Assist in the recruitment and coordination of volunteer judges and tournament personnel when needed.
20. 20. Follow all specified standards, policies, and procedures of the building and Ashland School District.
21. 21. Maintain a positive working relationship with the administration and community that enhances Speech and Debate.
22. 22. Provide proper care, maintenance, and security of facilities, equipment, and supplies from the first day of the season until the cycle of responsibility is completed.
23. 23. Attend work regularly and punctually.
24. 24. Annually pass the District's required online training by the District's assigned due-date.
25. 25. While working collaboratively with others, implement decisions within ASD established policies and procedures.
26. 26. Professionally represent the school and the District in interactions with parents, community, staff, and students and resolves conflict in a professional manner.

OTHERDUTIESANDRESPONSIBILITIES

We believe that every individual makes a significant contribution to our success. That contribution should not be limited to assigned responsibilities. Therefore, this position description is designed to define primary duties, qualifications, and job scope but should not limit the incumbent or organization to work identified. It is our expectation that every employee will offer their services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of the district's goals.

SUPERVISORYRESPONSIBILITIES

All school employees have some responsibility for supervising students and assisting in maintaining a safe environment.

QUALIFICATIONS

Toperformthisjobsuccessfully,anindividualmustbeabletoperformeachessentialdutysatisfactorily.The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Background in a related field.
• Experience working with high school students in leadership, advisory, or extracurricular settings.
• Ability to mentor and guide students in leadership development and service learning.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to organize events and supervise students outside of school day and field trips.

PHYSICALDEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate with others, including understanding and being understood. While much of the work will be completed in an office environment, the employee will need to move between buildings, visiting sites throughout the district. This position requires the use of a variety of digital systems, software, and hardware. This position may require some travel outside the district.

WORK ENVIORNMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those the employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate but occasionally high depending upon activities. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet or humid conditions and outdoor weather conditions. Employee may be exposed to blood-borne pathogens.

VALUES

The district is focused on eliminating systemic racism and its impact on student learning. ASD is committed to equal opportunity and nondiscrimination in all its educational and employment activities. The district prohibits discrimination based on race; national or ethnic origin; color; sex; religion; age; sexual orientation; gender expression or identity; pregnancy; marital status; familial status; economic status or source of income; mental or physical disability or perceived disability; or military service. Ashland Public Schools is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

Note:

Thisisnotnecessarilyanexhaustiveorall-inclusivelistofresponsibilities,skills,duties,requirements,efforts, functions or working conditions associated with the job. This job description is not a contract of employment or a promise or guarantee ofany specific terms or conditions of employment. Theschool districtmay add to, modify or deleteanyaspectofthisjob(orthepositionitself)atanytimeasitdeemsadvisable,pursuanttorelevantCollective Bargaining Agreement.

Ashland School District appreciates the diversity and worth of all individuals and groups and their roles in society. It is the policy of the Ashland School District Board of Education that there will be no discrimination or harassment of individuals or groups on the grounds of age, color, creed, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, gender identity or sexual orientation in any educational programs, activities or employment.

Family and Medical Leave Rights:

English: https://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/f<|channel|>mlen.pdf

Spanish: https://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/fmlasp.pdf

Postings current as of 9/19/2026 11:58:41 PM CST.

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