Assistant Director of Speech and Debate 2026-2027
Trinity Preparatory School, Winter Park, FL, United States
Overview
Trinity Preparatory School is an independent, coeducational college-preparatory school that develops ethical, resilient leaders who thrive in the pursuit of excellence, embrace diversity in thought and perspective, and grow spiritually. The school is affiliated with the Episcopal Church and welcomes families and students from all faith traditions, cultures, and backgrounds. Trinity Prep emphasizes a balance of academic rigor and wellness.
A full-time position at Trinity Prep consists of serving as an advisor, teaching five classes, and assuming additional duties as assigned. All faculty are expected to have a plus one, which is a major leadership responsibility outside of the classroom. This teacher-coach collaborates with other teachers and administrators in the development, evaluation, and revision of school programs to ensure students are prepared for the next grade. Trinity Prep coaches encourage multi-sport participation to support a student athlete’s overall wellness.
Position Summary Trinity Preparatory School seeks an assistant director of speech and debate to encourage continued growth and excellence within our well-established program. Our students compete in all events except policy debate and work diligently toward their goals of state and national level qualifications. The team currently travels the national forensics circuit and within the state of Florida. Our program cultivates speech and debate throughout the entire school, with participants in both middle and upper school.
Values and Competencies Below are Trinity Prep’s four core competencies that apply to all employees of the organization:
Demonstrate Self-Awareness
Ensure Accountability
Communicate Effectively
Cultivate Innovation
The assistant coach of speech and debate will demonstrate Trinity Prep’s Leadership Competencies that apply to the role within the organization:
Self-Development
Directs, Optimizes and Plans Work
Develops Talent
Duties And Responsibilities
Assisting the Director of Speech and Debate with team operations, including monitoring the academic progress of team members
Coaching and overseeing a holistic and mission-driven debate program
Attending tournaments on the local and national circuits, sharing responsibilities with assistant coaches
Teaching courses in communication, argumentation, and forensics (middle and upper)
Teaching courses within field of experience or degree
Performing other duties as assigned by the supervising administrator
Qualifications
Experience in coaching and traveling on the national circuit (NSDA and TOC)
Experience in programmatic coaching and culture building
Ability to work with a coaching staff to achieve programmatic goals
Experience working with parents and school administrators
Minimum of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution or the international equivalent with a focus on related field
Masters and above preferred
Certifications Required
CPR/AED/First Aid can be gained upon hiring.
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and disability, 403(b) plans.
Employee Nondiscrimination Policy
Trinity Preparatory School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Safeguarding for Children and Youth
Trinity Preparatory School of Florida is committed to ensuring the safeguarding and well-being of its students and expects all faculty, staff, and volunteers to share this commitment.
The recruitment process at TPSF is carried out in accordance with recommendations of the Episcopal Diocese of Central Florida on Protection for Children and Youth from Abuse and includes rigorous background checks prior to appointment and additional training after appointment.
Application Requirements
Interested candidates should complete the application process as described by the school.
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A full-time position at Trinity Prep consists of serving as an advisor, teaching five classes, and assuming additional duties as assigned. All faculty are expected to have a plus one, which is a major leadership responsibility outside of the classroom. This teacher-coach collaborates with other teachers and administrators in the development, evaluation, and revision of school programs to ensure students are prepared for the next grade. Trinity Prep coaches encourage multi-sport participation to support a student athlete’s overall wellness.
Position Summary Trinity Preparatory School seeks an assistant director of speech and debate to encourage continued growth and excellence within our well-established program. Our students compete in all events except policy debate and work diligently toward their goals of state and national level qualifications. The team currently travels the national forensics circuit and within the state of Florida. Our program cultivates speech and debate throughout the entire school, with participants in both middle and upper school.
Values and Competencies Below are Trinity Prep’s four core competencies that apply to all employees of the organization:
Demonstrate Self-Awareness
Ensure Accountability
Communicate Effectively
Cultivate Innovation
The assistant coach of speech and debate will demonstrate Trinity Prep’s Leadership Competencies that apply to the role within the organization:
Self-Development
Directs, Optimizes and Plans Work
Develops Talent
Duties And Responsibilities
Assisting the Director of Speech and Debate with team operations, including monitoring the academic progress of team members
Coaching and overseeing a holistic and mission-driven debate program
Attending tournaments on the local and national circuits, sharing responsibilities with assistant coaches
Teaching courses in communication, argumentation, and forensics (middle and upper)
Teaching courses within field of experience or degree
Performing other duties as assigned by the supervising administrator
Qualifications
Experience in coaching and traveling on the national circuit (NSDA and TOC)
Experience in programmatic coaching and culture building
Ability to work with a coaching staff to achieve programmatic goals
Experience working with parents and school administrators
Minimum of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution or the international equivalent with a focus on related field
Masters and above preferred
Certifications Required
CPR/AED/First Aid can be gained upon hiring.
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and disability, 403(b) plans.
Employee Nondiscrimination Policy
Trinity Preparatory School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Safeguarding for Children and Youth
Trinity Preparatory School of Florida is committed to ensuring the safeguarding and well-being of its students and expects all faculty, staff, and volunteers to share this commitment.
The recruitment process at TPSF is carried out in accordance with recommendations of the Episcopal Diocese of Central Florida on Protection for Children and Youth from Abuse and includes rigorous background checks prior to appointment and additional training after appointment.
Application Requirements
Interested candidates should complete the application process as described by the school.
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