Assistant Oral Interp Coach at Jefferson High School

Assistant Oral Interp Coach at Jefferson High School Sioux Falls School District, Jefferson High School – Sioux Falls, South Dakota Job Details Job ID: 5717299 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: May 15, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: To Be Determined Job Description Assist in the oral interpretation coaching of students, supporting their development in dramatic literature and performance skills, and preparing them for competition at regional, state, and national events. Requirements Education Level: Bachelor’s degree recommended Experience Desired: Degree in theater or coursework in theater, plus training in oral interpretation coaching techniques recommended. Physical Requirements This position requires constant hand‑eye and mind‑eye coordination and hearing; intermittent repetitive motions with the wrists, hands and fingers, sitting, walking and keyboarding. The position requires frequent lifting, bending, stooping, pulling, speaking, turning, grasping and carrying. Other Requirements Extensive background in dramatic literature, all forms of prose, poetry and non‑fiction. Familiarity with all rules governing oral interpretation competition and National Forensic League oral interpretation rules. Willingness to commit time to finding selections and one‑on‑one coaching of interpreters. Availability and willingness to work several days after school and/or evenings coaching students. Availability and willingness to chaperone, coach, and judge at weekend and after school contests. Essential Functions & Duties Read new material and prepare cuttings in the seven oral interpretation competitive categories. Help students prepare introductions for their interpretation selections. Help schedule coaching sessions for all competitive interpreters. Assist in monitoring and chaperoning all overnights in accordance with District policy and procedure. Assist in monitoring individual behavior of team members to meet acceptable standards of courtesy and sportsmanship reflective of the best traditions of the activity. Assist in helping oral interpretation team members to dress effectively and appropriately. Assist in preparing a team for competition at invitational tournaments, SDHSAA State Festival, and the National Forensic League Tournament. Assist in maintaining a close relationship with the school’s Booster Club and with the competitor’s families. Assist in organizing and hosting the year‑end oral interpretation awards ceremony (or help with a combined debate/O.I. banquet). Assist in keeping a well‑organized library and/or file of all past interpretation selections. Assist in keeping a record of all NFL points earned during a student’s oral interpretation career. Judge interpretation and other forensic events at tournaments attended. Assist in hosting and administrating novice after‑school contests. Meet with and communicate to Fine Arts Coordinator on all items of travel, budget, standards, calendar, and schedules. Perform other duties as assigned by oral interpretation head coach. Pay Information Season Pay $5,121.00 – 2026-27 Extra Duty Pay Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required. Employment Categories Athletics & Activities > Coaching All current district employees interested in applying must complete an application. Post-Offer Criminal Background Check Required #J-18808-Ljbffr