Coach, Debate & Public Speaking, Senior School

Part-time, Fixed-term Contract

September 2026 - June 2027

Crofton House School offers a girl-centred learning environment for students

from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12. Here, students are motivated to strive for their best selves, embracing academic challenge and diverse experiences, guided by staff who know them and believe in them.

Crofton House School fosters a strong sense of community among educators, staff, students, and families. Here, everyone can contribute to the strength of our school– including you. 

We offer extensive professional development opportunities, competitive

compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. Our 10-acre campus provides modern facilities, as well as beautiful outdoor spaces and a daily connection to nature. 

Crofton House School is currently seeking a debate and public speaking coach. 

As a co-curricular coach, you will work collaboratively with the Assistant

Director, Student Life, and teacher sponsors to ensure the safety and wellbeing of students in your care.

Responsibilities

• Work in partnership with the Debate and Public Speaking teacher sponsors and student leaders to promote, plan and deliver a program that meets the needs of club members

• Support the Debate and Public Speaking ClubCaptains as they develop their leadership skills by providing them with support, guidance and feedback

• Organize, plan, and facilitate weekly debate and public speaking training sessions for students in Grades 8-12, Mondays and Thursdays from 3:30 - 5:00 pm

• Assist in coordinating and planning debate tournaments 

• Maintain accurate attendance records during training sessions and tournaments throughout the year

• Act as a primary supervisor for students both in weekly training sessions and at tournaments on weekends, which may include travelling locally, nationally, and internationally

• Register for tournaments and confirm student teams competing in collaboration with the Debate and Public Speaking teacher sponsors

• Maintain open communication with the school administration and teaching staff

• Ensure the safety and wellbeing of students at all times

• Other responsibilities as required

Qualifications, Knowledge, Experience

• 1 - 3 years of coaching experience in secondary school level debate

• Be knowledgeable of the Debate and Speech Association of BC and/or National Speech and Debate Association competitive debates

• Demonstrable awareness of the learning styles of girls and young women

• Committed to the standards of professionalism

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills

This role starts September 2026.

Compensation: From $6,000 - $8,000 depending on experience and time commitment.

Please note that applicants must be able to legally work in Canada. Employment

is conditional upon Crofton House School conducting and receiving a satisfactory criminal record check.

Apply online at www.croftonhouse.ca/careers

[http://www.croftonhouse.ca/careers].  Applications will be reviewed as soon as they are received. 

We thank all candidates in advance. We will, however, contact only those

selected for an interview. No phone calls, please.

About Crofton House School

Established in 1898, Crofton House has a long history of girl-centred education. Today, the School has over 900 students and almost 200 staff members learning, working and playing on our 10-acre campus in Vancouver. 

Our approach supports the whole girl in her social, emotional, physical and

intellectual development. Here, girls can discover and pursue their own paths, developing the confidence and capacity to thrive and positively influence the world around them.