Part-Time Debate Coach | Lead Competitive Speech Team

Dallas Baptist University; Dallas, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Dallas Baptist University is seeking a part-time Debate Coach to lead the Debate Team on campus in Dallas, TX. The role focuses on training, mentorship, and competition preparation while aligning with the university’s Christian mission.

You’ll organize practices, recruit student-athletes, and coordinate annual intercollegiate tournaments. Travel for tournaments is frequently required, and the position sits on the main campus at 3000 Mountain Creek Parkway.

Qualifications

• At least four years of debate leadership experience.
• At least two years of experience with the International Public Debate Association.
• Preferably, at least one National Championship Title awarded by the IPDA.

Responsibilities

• Perform job duties in accordance with DBU’s vision, mission, and values.
• Administer a competitive program through organizing, supervising, and maintaining a schedule of practices and events, coordinating lectures, scrimmages, and drills, and instructing student-athletes in debate strategies and rhetorical principles.
• Recruit and enroll a roster size agreed upon with the Senior Vice President.
• Host, coordinate, and recruit for annual on-campus, intercollegiate debate tournament.
• Assign and manage student leadership team.
• Recruit qualified student-athletes for the debate program.
• Be active in all university fundraising and related professional activities.
• Be supportive of all team members.
• Hold membership in appropriate national associations and be active in related professional activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of the campus.

Skills

Leadership

Mentorship

Public Speaking

Debate coaching

Recruitment

Travel readiness

Job description

Dallas Baptist University is seeking a part-time Debate Coach to lead the Debate Team on campus in Dallas, TX. The role focuses on training, mentorship, and competition preparation while aligning with the university’s Christian mission.

You’ll organize practices, recruit student-athletes, and coordinate annual intercollegiate tournaments. Travel for tournaments is frequently required, and the position sits on the main campus at 3000 Mountain Creek Parkway.