Coach for Elementary and MS Speech and Debate

*Cogito COACH Qualifications: * *1.
Education Background:* · A *bachelor's degree* in a relevant field such as communication, English, education, or a related discipline is required.
Advanced degree is mostly welcome.
*2.
Experience in Speech and Debate :* · Some experience in participating in or coaching speech and debate activities is preferred.
Or having background in debate, forensics, or related activities.
*3.
Knowledge of Speech and Debate Formats:* · Basic knowledge with different speech and debate formats such as MS and HS Parliamentary Debate, SPAR Debate, Lincoln-Douglas, Policy Debate, and various speech events is preferred.
*4.
Communication Skills: * · Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, are important.
Coaches need to effectively convey concepts, provide feedback to students, and communicate with other coaches and judges.
*5.
Teaching and Leadership Skills: * · The ability to teach and mentor students is crucial.
Coaches should be able to inspire, motivate, and guide students in improving their speaking and debating skills.
Leadership skills are valuable for managing a team.
*6.
Analytical and Critical Thinking: * · Coaches should possess analytical and critical thinking skills to help students develop arguments, analyze information, and improve their overall debating abilities.
*7.
Organization Skills: * · Effective organization is important for managing team activities, scheduling competitions.
*8.
* *Ethical Conduct:* · Coaches should uphold ethical standards and promote fair play and sportsmanship among their students.
Cogito Debate (Cogito International Inc.
) has hosted more than 3000 students since its inception in 2016.
Cogito’s clients include public school districts, Charter Schools, Homeschool campus, Private schools, in addition to its main campus in Irvine, CA.
Cogito Debate is a WASC accredited academic after school program since 2017 and is launching its Franchise business from 2024.
Interested candidate should send resume to admin@cogitodebate.
com An immediate position is open for the classes starting this semester 2024 Spring Job Type: Part-time Pay: $25.
00 - $35.
00 per hour Benefits: * Flexible schedule Work Location: In person