Summer Senior Instructor - Public Speaking & Debate

Zohorecruit; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 27,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided

Meals included

Job summary

Capitol Debate invites applications for the 2026 Summer Debate Camp Senior Instructor position in Princeton, NJ. Join a national program that develops public speaking and debate skills for ages 8-17 across multiple university campuses.

You will lead lessons, coach students individually, judge practice debates, and provide detailed feedback, with housing and meals provided and a commitment of 6 weeks across the summer.

Qualifications

• Coached Competitive Public Speaking and Debate in one or more of the following competitive activities: Speech and Debate team, Forensics, Mock Trial Team, Model United Nations Team, or similar.
• Minimum 2 Years of Classroom Experience in 6 to 12th grade School or College Level.
• Bachelor’s Degree Required; Master’s Degree Preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead lessons in public speaking fundamentals and debate strategy.
• Coach students individually and provide detailed assessments at mid-camp and end of camp.
• Judge practice debates, presentations, and camp competitions.
• Support the Camp Director to ensure an excellent experience for every student and family.
• Participate in pre-camp training and planning.

Skills

Public Speaking

Debate Coaching

Student Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Capitol Debate invites applications for the 2026 Summer Debate Camp Senior Instructor position in Princeton, NJ. Join a national program that develops public speaking and debate skills for ages 8-17 across multiple university campuses.

You will lead lessons, coach students individually, judge practice debates, and provide detailed feedback, with housing and meals provided and a commitment of 6 weeks across the summer.