Afterschool and Weekend Speech and Debate Teacher (Part- Time)

Harker attracts exceptional educators who are experts in their fields, passionate about working with and guiding children, and dedicated to inspiring students to reach their fullest potential. Our teachers cultivate dynamic learning environments both inside and outside the classroom, helping students find their place and their unique talents in today’s world. Like our students, Harker educators value community and teamwork, recognizing their vital role in fostering a growth mindset.

We are seeking a highly qualified candidate for a Afterschool and Weekend Speech and Debate teaching position at our Middle School campus. This is a part-time position beginning in August 2025 for the 2025–2026 school year.

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Expected Salary Range: $50,000 - $60,000 

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Position Summary:

Plan, organize, and implement an appropriate instructional program in a learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential.

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Overarching Expectations

• Upholds the mission of the school and acts as a positive ambassador for the school.
• Maintains respectful & cooperative interactions with students, parents, teachers, co-workers, & administrators.
• Maintains timely communications with parents, students, administrators, and co-workers.
• Able to successfully learn, navigate and use Harker’s many internal programs and systems.
• Has strong organizational skills and attention to detail; manages sensitive & confidential information well.
• Maintains a positive attitude, is self-motivated, and can work well independently and in a team environment.

Speech and Debate Specific Duties: 

Work closely with the Middle School Head Speech & Debate Coach and Department Chair to:

Encourage broad participation in the program and at tournaments, ensuring all students—whether deeply invested or participating casually—feel welcomed and supported. Maintain a competitive tournament schedule, including managing travel logistics, tournament entries, and timely communication with families. This includes both regular season tournaments and the Middle School NSDA Tournament in June. A sample tournament schedule from the previous year can be found here. Support a practice schedule, with after-school practices typically held on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 3:45 – 5:00 PM. Organize at least two intramural competitions per semester, which typically include three preliminary rounds and time for feedback. Oversee financial responsibilities related to the speech and debate budget, including tracking receipts and making cost-efficient travel arrangements. Provide coaching and instructional support for all events in which students compete, including Public Forum Debate, Lincoln-Douglas Debate, Congressional Debate, and NSDA Speech events.