The Chapin School, an independent K-12 day school for girls located in New York City, seeks a part-time Upper School Debate Coach for 2026-27.
All candidates are encouraged to be familiar with Chapin’s website and mission.
Job Overview
The Upper School Debate Teacher and Coach instructs and coaches students in Classes 9-12 participating in Chapin’s growing debate program. Reporting jointly to the Head of Chapin’s K-12 Speech and Debate Program and the Head of Upper School, Chapin’s Debate Coach is expected to work with members of the Debate Team through weekly team meetings and individual coaching sessions, as well as attend all tournaments, which take place chiefly on weekends. This individual will collaborate with the Coordinator of Upper School Speech and Debate, who handles all tournament logistics, from registration and travel arrangements, to the securing and training of faculty chaperones and parent judges, to managing the program budget.
Specific Responsibilities
Under supervision of the Head of the Speech and Debate Program, recruitment and onboarding of Debate Team students, including advertising at annual extracurricular fair and paperwork and orientation for students
Support and Coaching of Debate Students
Design and facilitate Tuesday afternoon team meetings, with student leadership, for effective team-building and skill-strengthening
Coach debate techniques and strategies for Public Forum, Congressional, and Lincoln-Douglas Debate
Individual meetings with students, as needed, to practice debate skills
Under supervision of the Head of Speech and Debate Program, and alongside the Coordinator of Upper School Speech and Debate, manage tournament logistics, including registration, travel arrangements, and securing faculty chaperones and parent judges.
