Assistant Speech/Debate Program Coordinator/Social Studies Teacher - Upper School, SY25-26

Job Summary:

Lake Highland Preparatory School's Upper School seeks a Social Studies teacher to instruct students according to the prescribed LHPS curriculum for the Social Studies courses assigned to the teacher. Additionally, this individual will serve as the Assistant Speech & Debate Program Coordinator, supporting the Speech & Debate program by managing communications, coordinating tournaments, overseeing student captains, and supervising debate practices. This role will require travel to both local and national tournaments.

This is a full-time, fully benefitted, 10-month position. We encourage applicants from underrepresented groups to apply.

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Studies or related field required. 
• Certification or qualification to teach in Social Studies or related area in grades 9-12 required.
• Minimum of two years teaching experience preferred.
• Experience coaching high school speech & debate required, preferably with a program that regularly competes in national competitions in Lincoln-Douglas and Public Forum.
• Familiarity with NSDA, TOC, CFL, and other debate leagues preferred.  
• Familiarity with Tabroom, Speechwire, and other online debate tournament platforms preferred.

This position announcement is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job title and the education and skills required. This is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that are required or may be required in the future.

LHPS conducts background checks, including fingerprinting, and drug testing, and may use a third-party administrator. Background checks will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act. Lake Highland Preparatory School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.