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.

About the role

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. The role involves building the school’s first Speech & Debate program and developing students’ oratory and debate skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement a comprehensive Speech & Debate program that emphasizes the theories and skills underlying speech and debate and advances skills development towards competitive success.
• Lead program sessions and practices once or twice weekly for about 2–4 hours weekly, developing students’ speech and debate knowledge and skills.
• Prepare 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 state organizations.
• Organize and administer team participation in local and regional tournaments, including making travel arrangements, chaperoning students, hiring judges, and arranging payment for judges and entry fees.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and accountable team culture by providing mentorship and support in alignment with school values and mission.

Requirements

• 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.
• Demonstrated knowledge of a variety of speech and debate formats, fundamentals, and advanced techniques.
• Genuine interest in student development, especially in how girls learn.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with warmth, patience, persistence, and a good sense of humor.

Pay

$30 – $40 per hour, DOE.

About Mayfield Senior School

Mayfield Senior School is a Catholic, independent, college preparatory school for young women grades 9–12 with an enrollment of 330 students. Located in 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. Teachers are expected to embrace the Holy Child mission, encouraging students to strive for excellence, find their passions, and develop courage and confidence.