Part-Time K-5 Public Speaking Instructor

British Columbia Public School Employers' Association | Make a Future - Careers in BC Education; Surrey; On-site; CAD 41,328 - 48,216; Part time

Job summary

Newbridge Academy in Surrey, BC, seeks an enthusiastic Public Speaking Instructor to lead weekly classes for Kindergarten to Grade 5 during the 2026–2027 school year.

You will plan engaging lessons on voice projection, articulation, eye contact, storytelling, and presentations, helping young learners build confidence and clear expression in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching public speaking or related arts to children.
• Experience coaching speech or theatre is an asset.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.
• Current Criminal Record Check or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate lessons that build confidence in speaking before an audience.
• Teach foundational communication skills, including voice projection, articulation, eye contact, body language, storytelling, and presentation techniques.
• Foster a positive classroom environment where students feel comfortable sharing ideas, speaking respectfully, and encouraging one another.
• Incorporate interactive activities such as storytelling, debates, speeches, presentations, readers’ theatre, and impromptu speaking exercises.
• Adapt lessons to meet the developmental needs of different age groups.
• Collaborate with school staff to support a positive learning environment.

Skills

Public speaking

Drama

Debate

Communications

Language arts

Classroom management

Job description

Job description:

Newbridge Academy is seeking an enthusiastic and engaging Public Speaking Instructor to lead weekly public speaking classes for our Kindergarten to Grade 5 students during the 2026–2027 school year.

This is an excellent opportunity for an educator who is passionate about helping young learners develop confidence, effective communication skills, and the ability to express their ideas clearly in a supportive and encouraging environment.

Schedule

• Mondays: 1:15 p.m. – 3:15 p.m.
• Three classes each week: K-1, 2-3, and 4-5
• Class sizes of approximately 4-8 students

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate lessons that build confidence in speaking before an audience.
• Teach foundational communication skills, including voice projection, articulation, eye contact, body language, storytelling, and presentation techniques.
• Foster a positive classroom environment where students feel comfortable sharing ideas, speaking respectfully, and encouraging one another.
• Incorporate interactive activities such as storytelling, debates, speeches, presentations, readers’ theatre, and impromptu speaking exercises.
• Adapt lessons to meet the developmental needs of different age groups.
• Collaborate with school staff to support a positive learning environment.
• Conference with teachers on student participation and progress as requested.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching public speaking, drama, debate, communications, or language arts to children is preferred.
• Experience coaching speech, theatre, or debate is considered an asset.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.
• Enthusiastic, encouraging, and able to inspire confidence in young learners.
• Current Criminal Record Check (or willingness to obtain one).

Compensation

• $30–35 per hour , based on qualifications and experience.