HS Debate Coach

Norwalk Community School District; Norwalk (IA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Norwalk Community School District's Norwalk High School in Iowa is seeking a dedicated HS Debate Coach. You will lead the program, plan practices, and guide students in competitive speech with a focus on safety, sportsmanship, and ethical conduct.

The role reports to the Athletic Director, requires organizing schedules, supervising athletes, and communicating with families. A healthy lifestyle emphasis and adherence to district rules are expected.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in competetive speech preferred.

Responsibilities

• Instructs athletes regarding techniques, rules and safety practices of the sport
• Develops and organizes practice program
• Schedules and conducts practices according to agreed-upon schedules
• Supervises athletes from the scheduled beginning of the practice or game until the last athlete leaves
• Supervises athletes on buses on trips to other schools
• Promotes the entire Norwalk Athletics program
• Sets an example of ethical conduct and respect for officials
• Fosters sportsmanship and pride in self, team, school, and community
• Promotes a healthy lifestyle to student athletes
• Ensures eligible lists are maintained and documentation completed
• Communicates with parents regarding team rules and guidelines

Skills

Coaching

Debate

Job description

HS Debate Coach

Norwalk Community School District Norwalk High School - Norwalk, Iowa Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5918038

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 08, 2026 7:03 PM (UTC)

Job Description

NORWALK COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

HS Debate Coach

Reports to - Athletic Director

Essential Performance Responsibilities

• Instructs athletes regarding techniques, rules and safety practices of the sport
• Develops and organizes practice program
• Schedules and conducts practices according to agreed-upon schedules
• Supervises athletes from the scheduled beginning of the practice or game until the last athlete leaves, knowing where all participants are at all times
• Supervises athletes on buses on trips to other schools
• Promotes the entire Norwalk Athletics program
• Sets an example of the highest ethical and moral conduct including respecting and supporting contest officials
• Fosters among the participants and spectators an appreciation of the values of athletics, an attitude of good sportsmanship, and a sense of pride in self, team, school, and community
• Promotes a healthy lifestyle to student athletes
• Assists the athletic director to ensure that lists of all players eligible for athletic contests are prepared and maintained under the rules of Norwalk CSD
• Ensures that all athletes have completed and submitted all required documentation, including medical insurance coverage form and have undergone and passed any required medical examinations before the regular practice season begins
• Communicates with parents in regards to team rules and athletic department guidelines
• Knows and understands the Norwalk Athletic Department rules and regulations
• Adheres to all safety laws and district policies
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Athletic Director

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents and coworkers.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

Qualifications Profile

• Previous experience in competetive speech preferred.

Physical Requirements

Physical requirements vary by individual job assignment but requires a minimum of the following physical requirements: Walking, standing, bending, carrying, climbing, lifting minimum of 20 pounds, driving, pushing, pulling, reaching, sitting, and stooping.

Working Conditions

Varied.

Terms of Employment

Yearly contract issued.

Evaluation
Evaluated annually by the Athletic Director

FLSA Status

Non-exempt.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories:

Athletics & Activities > Coaching

Equal Opportunity Employer

All employers submitting a job opening for posting on the Teach Iowa system will not discriminate in hiring on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, age, physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, marital status, or status as a veteran. A bona fide religious institution may choose to exercise the allowances in Iowa Code section 216.6.(6)d. Employers may have additional developed specific equal employment opportunity policies and procedures; please check with employers.

Contact Information

• Tiffany Yacovazzi , HR Generalist
• 380 Wright Road
• Norwalk, Iowa 50211
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]