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Boone CSD lists this Head Large Group Speech Coach opportunity in boone, Iowa. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Head Large Group Speech Coach JobID: 765
Position Type:
Athletics/Activities/ Coaching
Date Posted:
5/29/2026
Location:
Boone Community School District
Date Available:
08/24/2026
Closing Date:
06/12/2026
Boone Community School District's mission is to foster academic and extracurricular excellence through the Portrait of a Graduate pillars. We are committed to providing every student with rigorous and enriching educational opportunities within a safe, supportive, and collaborative environment. Our goal is to nurture the development of productive, caring, and engaged citizens who are equipped to thrive in a dynamic world. We are not only committed to being an equal opportunity employer, but also actively strives to create a diverse workforce that reflects the demographics of its students and community, prioritizing a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills within its teams. Expect the BEST...Achieve SUCCESS!
Position Type: Part-Time / Stipend Position
Reports To: Activities Director / Principal
The Head Large Group Speech Coach is responsible for working with the Speech Coaching team to lead and manage the high school speech team.There is a Large Group Head and Individual Head but they are both involved in both seasons. This includes developing students' public speaking, interpretation, and performance skills while fostering a positive and inclusive team culture. The coach organizes practices, prepares students for competition, manages meet logistics, and ensures compliance with school and state activity association guidelines.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Plan and conduct regular team practices and individual coaching sessions.
Instruct students in various speech categories, including but not limited to: Interpretive Reading, After Dinner Speaking, Musical Theatre, Ensemble Acting, and Improvisation.
Select, review, and approve competition materials to ensure appropriateness and alignment with contest rules.
Prepare students for local, regional, and state-level competitions.
Coordinate and attend speech meets, often on evenings and weekends.
Communicate effectively with students, parents, school staff, and competition officials.
Promote team participation and recruit new team members.
Manage team registrations, transportation, and meet logistics.
Supervise student behavior and enforce school policies during practices and competitions.
Maintain accurate records of participation and performance.
Attend relevant coaching meetings, clinics, and professional development opportunities.
Requires evening and weekend availability for tournaments and events.
Travel to competitions is required; transportation arrangements may be provided by the school or district.
Qualifications:
Prior experience with IHSSA speech events preferred.
Ability to pass a background check, in accordance with school policy.
Benefits:
Opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of student-.
Gain valuable coaching experience and develop leadership skills.
Be part of a collaborative and supportive coaching community.
Questions:
For questions or more information, contact Tim Pezzetti ( ).
Boone Community School District is an equal opportunity employer. If you have questions or a grievance, contact the BCSD Equity Coordinator Mrs. Jill Janes, , at BCSD, 500 7th Street, Boone, Iowa 50036;
Join us in fostering a love of performing and helping students reach their full potential!
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Worksite address
boone, IA, 50037, US
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