Part-Time Middle School Speech & Debate Coach

Stem School Highlands Ranch; Highlands Ranch (CO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Stem School Highlands Ranch is seeking a passionate, engaging, and student-centered Part-Time Middle School Speech and Debate Teacher to join our instructional team. The ideal candidate enjoys helping students develop confidence, critical thinking, public speaking, and effective communication skills through interactive and collaborative learning experiences.

This position provides an opportunity to introduce middle school students to the fundamentals of speech, debate, argumentation, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
• Knowledge or experience in public speaking, debate, communications, or a related field.
• Strong verbal and written communication, organizational, and classroom management skills.
• Ability to create engaging, age-appropriate instructional experiences for middle school students.
• Ability to facilitate respectful discussions and encourage students to consider multiple perspectives.
• Ability to meet applicable Colorado teaching authorization requirements.
• Colorado teaching license or appropriate teaching authorization.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging speech and debate lessons appropriate for middle school students.
• Teach foundational skills in public speaking, argumentation, persuasive writing, research, and critical thinking.
• Introduce students to various speech and debate formats, including structured debates, presentations, and impromptu speaking.
• Develop interactive, project-based learning activities that encourage collaboration, creativity, and problem-solving.
• Help students build confidence in expressing ideas, listening actively, and responding respectfully to differing viewpoints.
• Guide students in researching topics, evaluating credible sources, and developing evidence-based arguments.
• Create a positive, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment where students feel comfortable sharing ideas.
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse student learning needs and abilities.
• Assess student progress and provide constructive feedback to support communication and presentation skills.
• Establish clear classroom expectations and maintain effective classroom management.
• Collaborate with colleagues and school leadership to support student success.
• Maintain accurate student records and communicate with families as needed.
• Support STEM School Highlands Ranch's mission, values, and educational philosophy.

Skills

Public speaking

Debate

Communications

Classroom management

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Colorado teaching license or authorization

Job description

Stem School Highlands Ranch is seeking a passionate, engaging, and student-centered Part-Time Middle School Speech and Debate Teacher to join our instructional team. The ideal candidate enjoys helping students develop confidence, critical thinking, public speaking, and effective communication skills through interactive and collaborative learning experiences.

This position provides an opportunity to introduce middle school students to the fundamentals of speech, debate, argumentation, and