Part-Time Debate Coach (In-person)

Job Description

Job Description

Discourse Power, a speech and debate academy based in California, is seeking a part-time debate coach for the upcoming Fall and Spring seasons (2026-27). This is a year-round, in-person role at Mountain House location with a competitive pay rate based on experience. Our mission is to empower students with the skills and confidence to make a positive impact on the world around them.

Responsibilities:

- Develop weekly lesson plans, curriculum planning, classroom drills, and practice sessions.

- Be able to coach Novice and Varsity teams and develop weekly lesson plans accordingly.

- Provide topic analysis and assist students with argument development, research, and case structuring.

- Cross-examination techniques, rebuttal techniques, advanced speech strategies, flowing, weighing voters, and persuasion skills tailored to various judging styles.

- Deliver constructive feedback to support student growth and confidence. Students' development is our top priority.

- Monitor student progress and recommend improvement plans.

Once or twice a week class. 14-week semester.

No traveling involved during the tournament.

Excellent pay rate starting at $25.00 per hour to $30.00 an hour (depending on experience).

Requirements:

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• Strong communication skills with the ability to motivate and inspire students
• Strong in philosophy and LD debate.
• Must have 3 to 4 years of experience in either coaching or competing in LD debate on a high school team—a strong competitive background in speech, debate, communication, or a related field.
• Prior successful participation in Speech and Debate at the national level (NSDA, TOC, or national circuit competition). Experience working with students and strong classroom management skills.- Proficiency in both Traditional and Circuit debate styles.
• A Bachelor's degree (completed or in progress). High school seniors with 3–4 years of relevant competitive experience are also encouraged to apply.
• This paid position offers a rewarding chance to develop leadership skills while making a meaningful impact on students' academic journeys. If you're energetic, dedicated, and passionate about empowering young minds through debate and communication, we encourage you to apply!
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Discourse Power

At Discourse Power, we believe in the transformative power of speech and debate. Our youth competitive speech and debate programs are designed to ignite critical thinking and foster effective communication skills, empowering students to shape their futures confidently and clearly. Our engaging curriculum allows students to articulate ideas confidently and equips them with practical, persuasive techniques they can apply in various real-life situations. At Discourse Power, students are at the heart of everything we do. Our coaching program supports middle and high school students in achieving excellence in their middle or high school speech and debate competitive events.

Company Description

At Discourse Power, we believe in the transformative power of speech and debate. Our youth competitive speech and debate programs are designed to ignite critical thinking and foster effective communication skills, empowering students to shape their futures confidently and clearly. Our engaging curriculum allows students to articulate ideas confidently and equips them with practical, persuasive techniques they can apply in various real-life situations. At Discourse Power, students are at the heart of everything we do. Our coaching program supports middle and high school students in achieving excellence in their middle or high school speech and debate competitive events.