Speech and Debate Coach

THE DEBATE PROGRAM

Research. Evidence. Structure—these are the pillars of our debate program. We teach students to build and support arguments, analyze impacts, and master flow, rebuttal, and frameworks. Beyond debate, they learn research, argumentation, and teamwork.

The Dipont Debate program takes students from fundamentals to tournament-level strategies, covering current event topics. Dipont organizes tournaments across China, offering local and national competition.

This full-time role requires a commitment from Wednesday to Sunday, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm, balancing classroom teaching and lesson prep. Instructors teach all levels, leading to the annual tournament, fostering growth and learning.

CURRICULUM

Dipont Education has its own curriculum designed by speech and debate professionals with decades of experience. Speech and Debate classes also prepare students for competition in formats such as Public Forum Debate, Original Oratory, British Parliamentary, World Schools, Model United Nations, Extemporaneous Speaking, as well as others.

Teachers are also given the autonomy to adapt the curriculum to their strengths as a teacher and the needs of a student. We are not a center that expects teachers to just teach straight out of a book!

OUR TEAM

Employees at Dipont Education are a diverse combination of local Chinese staff and educators from around the world. If you’ve ever wanted to work in a thoroughly international environment, this is your opportunity. Chinese is an asset, but not a requirement, as all work with students is conducted entirely in English, and our multilingual support staff can aid communication when needed. Instructors come from around the world, and we are all passionate about travel, education, and success.

EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS

At Dipont Education, taking care of staff is our priority. Discover an exciting life abroad, receive a great employment package, and join a fun and supportive team – all in a workplace that you’ll love.

• Comprehensive benefits package including a salary starting from 20,000 RMB per month (including housing allowance), Chinese holidays, paid vacation, flight reimbursement.
• Company relocation support including airport pick up, initial hotel stay, apartment hunting assistance, and cash advance
• 100% covered employee health insurance
• Sponsored legal Chinese (Z) work visa
• Freedom to creatively adapt curriculum to the needs of each class
• High profile participation in local and national competitions
• Opportunity to connect with 10+ partner programs worldwide (Educational Theatre Association and more)
• Cultural immersion and the chance to meet people from around the world

*We are committed to a thorough and complete check of the credentials of all those employed to work with children in our organization.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in any discipline (with graduation date at least two years ago to meet visa regulations)
• Debate coaching experience
• Teaching experience strongly preferred
• The ability to live and work in China for two years
• A commitment to excellence, an entrepreneurial mindset, and the ability to work efficiently in a startup environment