DEBATE - HEAD

Rapid City Area Schools; Town of Brookfield (WI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Elmbrook Schools invites applications for a Debate Team Advisor at Brookfield Central High School. The role covers the 2026–2027 season (Sept. 1 to Feb.

26) with a stipend payment. The advisor will assist in administering related duties and activities in alignment with NFHS, WIAA, and district policies. Ideal candidates will have prior coaching experience, a philosophy balancing competition with character education, and strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Previous coaching experience/background preferred.
• Philosophy on athletics in education, including handling wins/losses, character education and leadership development.
• Exceptional interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Desire to work cooperatively with the coaching staff to build a high-achieving program.

Responsibilities

• Assist in administration of duties and activities in compliance with NFHS, WIAA, Greater Metro Conference, and Elmbrook policies.
• Support Brookfield Central Lancer Athletic Booster Club efforts with membership and fundraising.
• Work with the coaching staff to maximize academic and athletic potential of student-athletes.
• Contribute to development of feeder programs and overall athletic program quality.

Skills

Coaching experience

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Leadership development

Feeder program collaboration

Positive attitude

NFHS/WIAA knowledge

Job description

Start your journey and become what's next by making Elmbrook Schools your Destination District!

Coaching Staff @ Brookfield Central High School

Brookfield Central High School is currently seeking the following:

Job Title: Debate Team Advisor

Dates: 9/1/26-2/26/27

Rate of pay: Stipend

Apply by: Until Filled

Job Description: To assist in the administration of all related duties and activities in full compliance with NFHS, WIAA, Greater Metro Conference, and School District of Elmbrook policies.

• Previous coaching experience/background preferred.
• A coaching and learning philosophy that includes thoughts on the role of athletics in an educational setting, winning and losing, character education, and leadership development.
• Exceptional interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• The desire to work cooperatively with the entire coaching staff in building a high-achieving athletic program for Brookfield Central.
• A willingness to seek opportunities to lend assistance to "feeder" programs.
• Must meet WIAA and district certification requirements.
• The ability to work diligently with the coaching staff to assist all student-athletes within the program to maximize their academic as well as athletic potential.
• Demonstrate a strong interest and commitment to the development of the student-athlete physically, mentally, and as a leader.
• The ability to support the Brookfield Central Lancer Athletic Booster Club efforts with regard to membership and fundraising.
• A positive mental attitude.

For additional information please contact:

Andrew Thompson
Director of Athletics and Activities
Brookfield Central High School
16900 W. Gebhardt. Road
Brookfield, WI 53005
Office 262-785-3918
[e-mail]

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Equal Opportunity Employer

Applicants that would contribute to a diverse educational community are strongly encouraged to apply.

Years Of Experience

• Total School District (Public & Private) Experience

General Questions

• If you were referred by an employee of Elmbrook Schools, who referred you?
• Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status)?
• What are your salary expectations for this role?
• Have you ever pled guilty, or no contest/nolo contendere, to or been convicted of an ordinance violation (other than minor traffic violations), misdemeanor, or felony? If yes, please explain.
• Do you have any pending criminal charges? If yes, please explain.
• How did you hear about this position?
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References

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