Speech & Debate Coach

Details Posted: 22-Jun-26 Location: Pasadena, California Type: Part Time Salary: $30 - $40 per hour, DOE Categories Other Speech & Debate Coach Mayfield Senior School of the Holy Child Jesus, an independent Catholic girls’ high school in Pasadena, California, seeks a mission-driven, dynamic, and student-centered coach to serve as Head Speech and Debate Coach for the 2026-27 school year. Mayfield is excited to launch its inaugural Speech & Debate program and seeks an experienced Speech & Debate Coach to build our Speech & Debate Program and develop students’ oratory and debate skills to their fullest potential. The ideal candidate will have a competitive Speech & Debate coaching background coupled with strong communication skills to motivate, support, and advance students at all levels of competition. Successful Candidates Will Demonstrate Knowledge of a variety of speech and debateKnowledge of fundamentals as well as advanced techniques of speech andA genuine interest in student development, especially in how girls learnWarmth, patience, persistence, and a good sense ofExcellent communication and interpersonal Key Responsibilities Design and implement a comprehensive Speech & Debate program that emphasizes the theories and skills underlying speech and debate and advances skills development towards competitiveLead program sessions and practices once or twice weekly for about 2 - 4 hours weekly, developing students’ speech and debate knowledge andPrepare students for local and regional tournaments by leading argument preparation and research, and teaching students the skills necessary for competitive success and confidence.Maintain school membership with main Speech & Debate national and stateOrganize and administer teams participation in local and regional tournaments, including making travel arrangements, chaperoning the students, hiring judges, and arranging for payment of judges and entryFoster a positive, inclusive, and accountable team culture by providing mentorship and support in alignment with school values and mission Qualifications Minimum of 2 years of successful experience as a high school Speech & Debate coach or competitor with equivalent experience, preferably in an all-girls environment.Must have a valid California driver’s license Salary $30 - $40 per hour, DOE To Apply Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume along with three professional references to Denise Magallanes (HR@may?eldsenior.org). Create a Job Match for Similar Jobs About Mayfield Senior School Of The Holy Child Jesus Mayfield Senior School is a Catholic, independent, college preparatory school for young women grades 9-12 with an enrollment of 330 students. Located in beautiful Pasadena, California, the school is sponsored by the Society of the Holy Child Jesus and guided by the educational philosophy of the Society’s foundress, Cornelia Connelly. Grounded in the Seven Goals of Holy Child education, Mayfield seeks faculty and staff members who will help build a joyful educational community. We expect teachers to embrace our Holy Child mission, which encourages students to strive for excellence, find their passions, and develop the courage and confidence that comes from the understanding that their lives have meaning and purpose. Mayfield Senior School of the Holy Child Jesus is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, gender, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law in the administration of its employment practices. As a Catholic School, Mayfield reserves the right to consider religion as a factor in the hiring process as permitted by law. Connections working at Mayfield Senior School of the Holy Child Jesus More Jobs from This Employer https://careers.nais.org/jobs/22369959/speech-debate-coach