Assistant Oral Interp Coach at Lincoln High School

Young World Physical Education

Sioux Falls (SD)

On-site

USD 52,006 - 62,293

Part time

14 days+

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Job summary

Lincoln High School in Sioux Falls, SD seeks an Assistant Oral Interp Coach to lead and mentor students in seven oral interpretation categories. The role involves coaching after school and some evenings, assisting with tournament preparation, and coordinating with families and the Booster Club.

Preferred are a Bachelor’s degree and coursework in theater, along with training in interpretation techniques. A strong background in literature and knowledge of NFL rules is expected, with flexibility

Qualifications

Education level: Bachelor’s degree recommended.
Experience: Degree in theater or coursework in theater, plus training in oral interpretation coaching techniques recommended.
Background in dramatic literature, all forms of prose, poetry and non‑fiction.
Familiarity with NFL oral interpretation rules and competition rules.

Responsibilities

Reads new material and prepares cuttings in seven oral interpretation categories.
Helps students schedule and prepare for interpretations and introductions.
Monitors behavior to uphold sportsmanship and standards of the activity.
Assists in organizing and hosting year-end awards and competitions.
Maintains liaison with Booster Club and families; supports travel and budget planning.

Skills

Oral interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree recommended

Theater degree or coursework recommended

Job description

Assistant Oral Interp Coach at Lincoln High School

Lincoln High School, Sioux Falls, South Dakota

Job Description

We want YOU here!

At Lincoln High School, we strive to ensure that every student who walks through our doors receives an education that will prepare them for their future. We offer students the opportunity to learn by meeting them where they are at. Our District supports its staff through hands‑on coaching and mentoring through the support of specialized instructional coaching and top‑notch year‑round professional development.

See our Patriotic Pride: https://www.sf.k12.sd.us/o/lhs

Requirements

Education Level: Bachelor’s degree recommended.

Experience Desired: Degree in theater or coursework in theater, plus training in oral interpretation coaching techniques recommended.

Physical Requirements: This position requires constant hand‑eye and mind‑eye coordination and hearing; intermittent repetitive motions with the wrists, hands and fingers, sitting, walking and keyboarding. The position requires frequent lifting, bending, stooping, pulling, speaking, turning, grasping and carrying.

Other Requirements: Extensive background in dramatic literature, all forms of prose, poetry and non‑fiction. Familiarity with all rules governing oral interpretation competition and National Forensic League oral interpretation rules. Willingness to commit time to finding selections and one‑on‑one coaching of interpreters. Available and willing to work several days after school and/or evenings coaching students. Available and willing to chaperone, coach, and judge at weekend and after school contests.

Essential Functions & Duties

Reads new material and prepares cuttings in the seven oral interpretation competitive categories.
Helps students prepare introductions for their interpretation selections.
Helps schedule coaching sessions for all competitive interpreters.
Assists in monitoring and chaperoning all overnights in accordance with District policy and procedure.
Assists in monitoring individual behavior of team members to meet acceptable standards of courtesy and sportsmanship reflective of the best traditions of the activity.
Assists in helping oral interpretation team members to dress effectively and appropriately.
Assists in preparing a team for competition at invitational tournaments, SDHSAA State Festival, and the National Forensic League Tournament.
Assists in maintaining a close relationship with the school’s Booster Club and with the competitor’s families.
Assists in organizing and hosting the year‑end oral interpretation awards ceremony (or helps with a combined debate/O.I. banquet).
Assists in keeping a well organized library and/or file of all past interpretation selections.
Assists in keeping a record of all NFL points earned during a student’s oral interpretation career.
Judges interpretation and other forensic events at tournaments attended.
Assists in hosting and administrating novice after school contest(s).
Meets with and communicates to Fine Arts Coordinator on all items of travel, budget, standards, calendar, and schedules.
Performs other duties as assigned by oral interpretation head coach.