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Speech and Debate Teacher
full-timeNew York

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Location

New York

Type

full-time

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About this role

Thanks for your interest in Success Academy! Running a large, fast-growing, and high-performing network of public charter schools takes a village - families, children, teachers, staff and faculty, advocates, and supporters alike. We are growing fast in New York and expanding to Florida, and we would love to welcome you to our community! We work tirelessly every day to ensure children have access to a fun, rigorous, whole-child education regardless of zip code or economic status. When you join SA, you play a part in giving every student who walks through our doors a fair shot at reaching his or her potential.

At Success, non-academic subjects aren’t ‘extra’ but essential.  Scholar Talent and electives serve as critical, creative outlets for scholars to explore and develop their passions and talents in athletics, chess, debate and visual and performing arts.  We expect Scholar Talent teachers to be masters of their craft and share their passion, talent and experience in the classroom.


We are looking for a results-driven Speech and Debate Teacher to join our community.


In this role, you will:




  • Build a classroom culture in which scholars develop a love for public speaking and debate;




  • Collaborate with teachers across the network to build a world-class speech and debate program, while investing the community in the vital role of public speaking and debate in education;




  • Engage students with challenging material that is relevant to their lives and interests;




  • Prepare scholars to compete in rigorous city, state, and national competitions; and




  • Engage in training with school leaders and benefit from targeted, in-the-moment feedback on instruction, which accelerates learning and growth with unparalleled support.




We invite you to apply if you:




  • Have or will receive a Bachelor’s degree prior to your start date;




  • Achieved outstanding academic results;




  • Have a record of excellence competing in debate at the collegiate level or coaching at the middle school or high school level;




  • Are passionate about speech and debate and learning;




  • Set ambitious goals for yourself and others, and are not afraid of putting in the hard work it takes to achieve them;




  • Have confidence and presence -- You enjoy taking the lead and inspiring others with your passion and commitment;




  • Enjoy collaborating with others (i.e., playing on an athletics team, or in a band or orchestra);




  • Have leadership experience (i.e. leadership position on a club or team; experience overseeing/managing people or organizing activities);




  • Pay strong attention to detail, and have experience juggling multiple responsibilities and planning around competing priorities;




  • Have experience working with a group of children;




  • Embody the character traits we value in our ETHOS - Excellence, Teamwork, Humor, Ownership, and making sure our Scholars are top of mind.



Exact compensation may vary based on skills and experience.

Compensation Range
$65,000$65,000 USD

Success Academy Charter Schools is an equal opportunity employer and actively encourages applications from people of all backgrounds. Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience. Success Academy offers a full benefits program and opportunities for professional growth.


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We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We actively seek applications from people of all backgrounds to strengthen our community and the perspectives needed to flourish in a multicultural world. Success Academy offers a full benefits program and opportunities for professional growth.


Success Academy Charter Schools does not offer employment-based immigration sponsorship.

Other facts

Tech stack
Public Speaking,Debate,Collaboration,Leadership,Attention to Detail,Instruction,Engagement,Passion,Goal Setting,Community Involvement,Teaching,Coaching,Classroom Management,Curriculum Development,Student Competition Preparation,Feedback Reception

About Success Academy Charter Schools

Since 2006, Success Academy has tackled educational inequities head-on by providing exceptional public education for 22,000 K-12 students in New York City. Our network of 59 free, public charter schools is looking for diverse, ambitious, talented people like you to join our team!

Starting on your first day, you’ll receive world-class training and mentorship while working in a collaborative environment with passionate colleagues. As part of the Success Academy team, you will have ample growth opportunities within our network — including leadership roles.

Success Academy is seeking candidates from all majors and backgrounds. All interviews are virtual, and a degree in Education is not required to teach. If you graduated or will be graduating with a bachelor's degree between Dec 2025 and Dec 2026, we encourage you to apply!

We encourage you to look at our current openings and consider applying.

Team size: 1,001-5,000 employees
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Industry: Education Administration Programs
Founding Year: 2006

What you'll do

  • The Speech and Debate Teacher will build a classroom culture that fosters a love for public speaking and debate while preparing students for competitions. They will collaborate with other teachers to develop a world-class speech and debate program.

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