Edina High School is seeking a Director of Debate for the 2012-13 school year. Edina High School has a rich tradition of success in debate and consistently ranks among the very top programs in Minnesota and the nation. Edina High School debaters participate in both the Policy and Lincoln-Douglas divisions. Novice students from the District’s two middle schools are also included in the program. Recent accomplishments include a 2012 Minnesota State High School League championship in Policy Debate.

Strongest consideration will be given to candidates with the following characteristics:

• Proven experience and success in debate either, or both, as a coach or debater
• A long-term vision for continuous improvement of the program
• High integrity and an ability to model both competitiveness and sportsmanship
• Strong administrative and communications skills

The selected candidate will be expected to:

• Provide high quality coaching to both varsity and novice debaters
• Foster skills in research, organization and cutting and filing evidence for building cases
• Conduct practices and student  meetings to further develop the skills of the team
• Maintain rigorous expectations for student performance and growth
• Provide opportunities for competition at the national and local level
• Further develop both the Lincoln-Douglas and Policy components of the program
• Recruit and manage a team of quality assistant coaches
• Collaborate with the coaching staff, administration, parents and community supporters
• Represent Edina High School and the program in a variety of venues including coaches’ meetings, media requests, and team functions

Applicants should send a resume and cover letter to Eric Nelson at erijnelson@edina.k12.mn.us.

About Edina Public Schools

Edina Public Schools is comprised of six elementary schools (K-5), two middle schools (6-9) and one senior high (10-12). Total enrollment is approximately 8,300 students. The District serves a large portion of Edina, a first-tier Minneapolis suburb comprised of approximately 47,450 people.