Speech and Debate Coach

Job description

The Debate program Research. Evidence. Structure - these are the pillars of our debate program. We teach students to build and support arguments, analyze impacts, and master flow, rebuttal, and frameworks. Beyond debate, they learn research, argumentation, and teamwork. The Debate program takes students from fundamentals to tournament-level strategies, covering current event topics. Dipont organizes tournaments across China, offering local and national competition. Curriculum Dipont Education has its own curriculum designed by speech and debate professionals with decades of experience. Speech and Debate classes also prepare students for competition in formats such as Public Forum Debate, Original Oratory, British Parliamentary, World Schools, Model United Nations, Extemporaneous Speaking, as well as others. Teachers are also given the autonomy to adapt the curriculum to their strengths as a teacher and the needs of a student. We are not a center that expects teachers to just teach straight out of a book! Your Typical Schedule This full-time role involves a five-day workweek, including Saturdays and Sundays, with two consecutive days off scheduled between Monday and Friday. You'll balance classroom instruction with dedicated time for lesson planning and student support. Instructors teach all levels, leading to the annual tournament, fostering growth and learning. Spring & Fall: Teach up to 20 hours per week, balancing weekday B2B courses at our partner schools with weekend classes at the center. Winter & Summer Camps: Focus on center-based teaching, with up to 30 hours per week, Monday through Friday. Educators at Dipont Education are a diverse combination of local Chinese staff and educators from around the world. If you’ve ever wanted to work in a thoroughly international environment, this is your opportunity. Chinese is an asset, but not a requirement, as all work with students is conducted entirely in English, and our multilingual support staff can aid communication when needed. Instructors come from around the world, and we are all passionate about travel, education, and success. Why Join Us? Comprehensive Benefits: Monthly income starting from 25,000 RMB per month (including housing allowance). Paid vacation time and Chinese holidays. Flight reimbursement Full coverage of health insurance and legal Chinese (Z) Work Visa sponsorship. Airport pick-up, initial hotel stay, and cash advances (if you are travelling from outside of China). Apartment hunting assistance to ease your transition. Professional Resources & Opportunities: Multi functional classroom spaces Creative freedom to adapt the curriculum to your expertise. High-profile involvement in local and international competitions. Immerse yourself in Chinese culture while meeting people from around the globe. What We’re Looking For A passionate Debate professional with experience teaching a variety of age groups. A team player eager to collaborate and shape a growing program. An adaptable educator who thrives in a dynamic environment and values creativity. *We are committed to a thorough and complete check of the credentials of all those employed to work with children in our organization. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in any discipline (with graduation date at least two years ago to meet visa regulations) 2 years of debate coaching experience post graduation The ability to live and work in China for two years A collaborative spirit, a passion for innovation, and the drive to make a real impact by bringing fresh ideas to a dynamic, supportive team.