Speech and Debate Assistant

Francis-Howell-School-District; O’Fallon (MO); On-site; USD 2,300 - 3,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend: minimum $2,712

Job summary

Francis Howell School District seeks a Speech & Debate Assistant Coach at Francis Howell High School. The role guides students in practice and competition, developing communication and critical thinking, while building positive character and relationships.

Completion of 60+ college credits is required; FHSD employees can be certified or non-certified, and external candidates are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Completion of 60 or more college credit hours prior to coaching.
• FHSD Certified Employees
• FHSD Non-Certified Employees
• Qualified external candidates

Responsibilities

• Assist with the supervision and instruction of student participants during practices and competitions
• Support the development of students' communication, critical thinking, and performance skills
• Help organize and implement practice plans and competition preparation
• Promote sportsmanship, teamwork, and positive student behavior
• Ensure the safety and well-being of students at all times
• Assist with coordination of events, competitions, and related activities
• Work collaboratively with the head coach and building staff

Skills

Assist with supervision andinstruction

Communication development

Practice planning

Competition preparation

Promote sportsmanship

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Education

60+ college credits

Job description

Speech and Debate Assistant JobID: 10221

• Position Type: Athletics/Activities/ Coaching
• Date Posted: 8/4/2026
• Location: Francis Howell High School

The Francis Howell School District is a great place to live, work and go to school. FHSD is committed to the recruitment and retention of top-notch employees with the determination and drive to create a positive and effective 21st century learning environment for our students.

Position: Speech & Debate Assistant Coach
Stipend: Minimum $2,712

Purpose Statement

Extra-curricular activities are an important extension of the student experience. The Assistant Coach will inspire, motivate, and teach students skills related to Speech & Debate while building positive character traits and meaningful relationships with students.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with the supervision and instruction of student participants during practices and competitions
• Support the development of students' communication, critical thinking, and performance skills
• Help organize and implement practice plans and competition preparation
• Promote sportsmanship, teamwork, and positive student behavior
• Ensure the safety and well-being of students at all times
• Assist with coordination of events, competitions, and related activities
• Work collaboratively with the head coach and building staff

Qualifications

• FHSD Certified Employees
• FHSD Non-Certified Employees
• Qualified external candidates

Assistant Coach Requirement

• Completion of 60 or more college credit hours prior to coaching