Quiz Bowl/Academic Bowl Coach (E27-501-4)

id='p68832_47327'>Quiz Bowl/Academic Bowl Coach (E27-501-4) JobID: 68832

Position Type:

Contract/Hourly Employment/Extracurricular Assignment - Professional Personnel

Date Posted:

7/17/2026

Location:

Gilmer County High School

Date Available:

2026/2027 School Year

Closing Date:

07/23/2026

County:

Gilmer County Schools Additional Information: Show/Hide

EMPLOYMENT TERM: 2026-27 school year

LOCATION: Gilmer County High School

SALARY: County Supplement of $1000

DESCRIPTION: The Quiz Bowl/Academic Bowl Coach is responsible for developing, organizing, and leading

the school's competitive academic team. This role supports high-achieving students by fostering

critical thinking, teamwork, and a love of learning across multiple subject areas. The coach plans

practices, prepares students for competitions, manages logistics, and promotes a positive and inclusive

team environment. The position may include overseeing tryouts, coordinating tournaments, and collaborating

with school staff, parents, and league organizers.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Team Leadership & Student Development

• Recruit, mentor, and maintain an engaged roster of team members.
• Foster a supportive, academically challenging, and respectful team culture.
• Provide differentiated coaching to students with varying strengths (e.g., literature, science, history, fine arts, current events).
• Teach test-taking strategies, buzzer techniques, and rapid-recall skills.

2. Practice Planning & Instruction

• Design and run regular practices that include:

• Toss-up and bonus question drills

• Subject-specific mini-lessons

• Scrimmages and mock tournaments

• Strategy sessions focused on timing, communication, and team dynamics

• Track student progress and provide individual feedback.

3. Competition Preparation

• Research and register the team for local, regional, and state competitions.
• Oversee team selection for events based on performance, attendance, and readiness.
• Prepare study materials and coordinate preparation for specific tournament formats.
• Ensure all equipment (buzzers, timers, materials) is maintained and competition-ready.

4. Logistics & Administration

• Communicate schedules, expectations, and updates to students and families.
• Arrange travel, permissions, and supervision for competitions.
• Maintain accurate records of attendance, scores, and academic performance.
• Manage the team budget, including fundraising or grant opportunities if applicable.

5. Collaboration & Promotion

• Work with teachers to identify students with strong academic potential.
• Communicate with the administration about team accomplishments and needs.
• Promote the Academic Bowl program within the school community.
• Uphold school values, policies, and standards during all team events.

6. Professionalism & Program Growth

• Stay informed on Quiz Bowl/Academic Bowl rules, question styles, and competition updates.
• Continuously improve practice materials and coaching strategies.
• Explore opportunities for expanding the program (e.g., JV team, middle school feeders, outreach events)

Gilmer County accepts applications/bid sheets electronically. Please direct any questions about the posting to the Office of the Superintendent.

As required by federal law and regulations, the Gilmer County Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, marital status, disability,

age and national origin in employment and in the administration of any of its education programs or activities. Inquiries may be referred to Title IX Coordinator,

Gilmer County Board of Education, 454 Vanhorn Drive. Glenville, WV 26351, phone 304-462-7386; to the Elimination of Sex Discrimination Program Coordinator

304-558-7864; or the US Department of Education's Director of the Office of Civil Rights 215-596-6795.