Public Speaking, Debate, or Drama Teachers (Cupertino, Palo Alto, San Mateo) at Communication Academy

Application Deadline

Until Filled

Date Posted
8/22/2025
Contact
Jackson Chow
408-777-8876
Number of Openings
2
Salary
Add'l Salary Info
$22-$35 an hour
Length of Work Year
On-going
Employment Type
Part Time
Job Description / Essential Elements:    Print   
Communication Academy is committed to empowering K-8 students with critical communication skills that foster self-confidence and academic excellence. For over 22 years, we have partnered with more than 50 city recreation departments, school districts, private schools, and homeschool groups throughout the San Francisco Bay Area. Our programs in Public Speaking, Debate, Writing, and Math offer an engaging, supportive environment where students build essential life skills.

Summary

We are seeking passionate and dynamic Public Speaking and Debate Coaches/Teachers to join our team and teach Public Speaking and Debate to students in grades K-8. If you have a love for communication and enjoy inspiring young learners, we encourage you to apply!

As a Public Speaking and Debate Coach/Teacher, you will

  • Teach Public Speaking or Debate to K-8 students, using our comprehensive, pre-developed curriculum.
  • Facilitate engaging classes that help students express themselves confidently, improve their communication skills, and enhance their creative thinking.
  • Provide individualized, on-the-spot coaching and constructive feedback to students in small class settings (maximum 12-14 students per class).
  • Create a positive, fun, and supportive learning atmosphere to ensure every student feels valued and encouraged.
  • Deliver classes during after-school hours on weekdays or Saturdays, as well as during school break camps (Summer, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Spring).

Work Schedule

  • Flexible, 2 to 30 hours per week 
  • Weekdays: Monday to Friday, 4:00 PM – 6:15 PM
  • Saturdays: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM or 1:00 PM – 5:30 PM
  • School Break Camps: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM or 12:00 – 3:00 PM

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Communication, English, Education, or a related field (preferred).
  • Speech and Debate Coaches
  • Minimum of one year of experience in teaching, coaching, or tutoring Public Speaking or Debate
  • Excellent communication skills with a passion for helping students develop self-confidence and communication abilities.
  • Energetic, reliable, and professional with the ability to create a fun and educational environment.
  • Enjoy working with students of all ages, especially K-8.

Ideal Candidates

  • College or High School instructors in Communication Studies
  • Speech and debate coaches/teachers
  • Language Arts teachers
  • Drama teachers
  • Graduate students in Communication Studies or Language Arts with some teaching experience
  • Corporate trainers in public speaking

Join Us

If you’re excited to inspire and nurture the next generation of confident speakers and thinkers, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today to become part of a team that makes a meaningful impact in students’ lives.

For more company information, please see www.communicationacademy.com

 No phone calls please.

 

Requirements / Qualifications

See our website, www.communicationacademy.com for more information about our classes and programs. Candidates must include a resume, cover letter and availability for consideration. No phone calls please. Please email your resume and cover letter to jobs@communicationacademy.com.

Requirements / Qualifications

See our website, www.communicationacademy.com for more information about our classes and programs. Candidates must include a resume, cover letter and availability for consideration. No phone calls please. Please email your resume and cover letter to jobs@communicationacademy.com.