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Forensics Coach
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Marple Newtown Senior High School
Newtown Square, PA (In Person)
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Forensics Coach
Marple Newtown
Marple Newtown Senior High School
- Newtown Square, Pennsylvania Job Details
Job ID:
5804077Application Deadline:
Jul 10, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)Re-Posted:
YesterdayStarting Date:
To Be Determined Job DescriptionDate of Posting:
July 1, 2026 Forensics CoachTitle:
Forensics Coach Units:
3Location:
Marple Newtown High SchoolNumber of Positions:
1Job Description:
Forensics is a club dedicated to creating a safe and inclusive environment for all students at Marple Newtown and offers students a multitude of activities, as well as opportunities to socialize and build lasting friendships. The team participates in local Pennsylvania High School Speech League (PHSSL) tournaments, competing alongside schools to enhance forensics (speech) education.Effective:
2026-2027 School YearQualifications:
Experience:
Experience working with school age students and coordinating and managing events.Skills:
Strong managerial, organizational, and communication skills. Ability to work with students of all ability levels.Education:
Valid PA teaching certificate.Essential Functions:
A coach acts as a liaison between the school administration and the club, providing guidance to student leaders and members. Coaches will promote a positive, inclusive team culture, ensuring all students have equitable opportunities to participate and grow academically, socially, and competitively. Develop and implement the speech and debate program, including preparing students for persuasive, demonstrative, commentary, impromptu, and informative speaking events. Plan, organize, and facilitate regular Forensics Club meetings focused on developing students' skills in public speaking, argumentation, interpretation, and performance events. Coach and mentor students in public speaking techniques, debate strategies, research skills, and effective communication to foster both skill development and confidence. The coach will prepare students for interscholastic speech and debate competitions by providing coaching, feedback, and instruction aligned to event rules, judging criteria, and competition standards. Coaches coordinate and supervise student participation in local, regional, and/or state-level Forensics tournaments, including registration, logistics, transportation coordination, and adherence to district policies. Coaches will ensure students do not participate if they have not paid the activity fee. Has read and understands obligations as outlined in MNSD School Board Policies. Other duties as assigned by Administration.Frequency of meetings:
September- June (based on the PHSSL schedule); meet approximately 1/week after school for an hour; 7-10 events per year Approximate number of students enrolled: Approximately 40 students
Clearances:
In accordance with the school code, Act 24 and All related clearances. MNSD Supplementary Contract Unit Values 2026-2027 1-2 years experience- $438.00 3, 4, 5 years experience
- $475.00 6 years & over experience
- $510.
Application Procedure:
Interested candidates should submit an on-line application. The position holder must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation. It is the responsibility of the employee to inform the MNSD Director of Human Resources of any and all reasonable accommodations that will be required. If you are offered a position with Marple Newtown School District, please be advised that the following information will be required before you are able to begin working: State Police Clearance (Act 34) Child Abuse Clearance (Act 151) FBI Fingerprints (Act 114) School Health Record- includes physical & tb test from within a year Act 24 (PDE Form 6004)
- Arrest/Conviction Report PA Sexual Misconduct/Abuse Disclosure Release The Marple Newtown School District is an equal opportunity education institution and will not discriminate in its educational programs, activities, or employment practices on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, ancestry, disability, or other legally protected classification.