Session 2
- Camp dates · 2027
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- Staff arrival · 2027
- Ohio State UniversityColumbus, Ohio
- University of North Carolina at Chapel HillChapel Hill, North Carolina
- University of San DiegoSan Diego, California
Summer 2027 · In-person campus work
Senior Instructor
Bring your classroom teaching or coaching experience to a summer helping students research, build arguments and speak with confidence.
Compensation$2,000 / two-week session
AvailabilitySix-week minimum
Living arrangementOn campus required
Summer 2027 · Full job advertisement
Senior Instructor
Help students become more confident speakers and thoughtful advocates. Senior Instructors lead public speaking and debate lessons, coach students individually, and help them turn research and ideas into clear arguments and presentations. This is an in-person teaching role with travel between assigned U.S. campuses.
The work
- Teach public speaking, debate, research and presentation skills using Capitol Debate’s curriculum.
- Help students develop arguments, speeches, presentations and confident delivery.
- Give individual coaching and clear feedback, including mid-camp and end-of-camp assessments.
- Judge practice debates, presentations and camp competitions.
- Supervise students during assigned activities and support the Camp Director and fellow staff.
- Take part in staff meetings, pre-camp training and planning for assigned sessions.
Required qualifications
- Experience teaching in a K–12 or college classroom, or relevant coaching in oral advocacy.
- Genuine experience working with an oral-advocacy team, such as speech, debate, forensics, mock trial, Model UN, Model Congress or a similar team.
- A completed bachelor’s degree.
Applicants must meet all three requirements. The same experience may demonstrate both coaching and team work. Classroom teaching does not have to be in speech or debate; coaching must be relevant to oral advocacy.
Schedule and pay
Pay is $2,000 per two-week camp session.
At least six weeks of availability is required for Summer 2027. Senior Instructors must live on campus and arrive one day before each assigned camp begins. Capitol Debate assigns all campus placements; applicants cannot select campuses. Teaching positions begin with Session 2; Session 1 teaching positions are not available. Your campus assignments and training details will be provided by our team.
How to apply
Start with the short 2027 Senior Instructor application, screening answers and a résumé. Staff review those materials. Candidates selected to continue may receive a private invitation to provide the longer application details.
A closer look at camp
People. Purpose.
A summer that matters.
Hear the story behind working for Capitol Debate, and see the camp experience your work helps create.
Working for Capitol DebateMeet the experience
Watch our existing staff video for a look at the people and purpose behind camp.
A clear path forward
How our application process works.
Start with the essentials.
Complete a short screening and share your résumé, experience and availability.
Our team reviews your fit.
Staff review the information you provide against the role’s requirements.
Continue by invitation.
Selected candidates receive a personal invitation to provide the additional application details.
Senior Instructor applications are open. Apply through our website form. Staff review your answers and résumé.
Plan your summer · In-person roles
2027 Summer Debate Camp Job Schedule
Review the camp dates and locations below to plan your availability. Teaching positions begin with Session 2. Session 1 teaching positions are not available.
At least 6 weeks required
You must be available for a minimum of six weeks and live on campus while assigned.
Arrive 1 day before camp
Staff must arrive one day before each assigned camp begins. Arrival dates are listed below.
We assign your campuses
Capitol Debate assigns campus placements. Applicants cannot select their campuses.
Session 3
- Camp dates · 2027
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- Staff arrival · 2027
- The Hun School of PrincetonPrinceton, New Jersey
- UCLALos Angeles, California
- Villanova UniversityVillanova, Pennsylvania
- Yale UniversityNew Haven, Connecticut
Session 4
- Camp dates · 2027
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- Staff arrival · 2027
- San Jose State UniversitySan Jose, California · Silicon Valley
- Drew UniversityMadison, New Jersey
- The Lawrenceville SchoolLawrenceville, New Jersey
Session 5
- Camp dates · 2027
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- Staff arrival · 2027
- American UniversityWashington, DC
- Dana Hall SchoolWellesley, Massachusetts · Boston area
- Rider UniversityLawrenceville, New Jersey
- University of WashingtonSeattle, Washington
Your assigned campuses and training details will be provided by the Capitol Debate team. The six-week minimum applies across your summer assignments.
Before you take the next step
A few good questions.
Can I choose which campus I work at?
No. Capitol Debate assigns all campus placements. Applicants must be available for at least six weeks, live on campus and arrive one day before each assigned camp begins.
Do I need both teaching and coaching experience?
You need classroom teaching experience or relevant coaching experience. You also need a completed bachelor’s degree and genuine experience with an oral-advocacy team.
How much does the Senior Instructor role pay?
The confirmed 2027 rate is $2,000 per two-week session.
Must I live on campus?
Yes. Both roles require living on campus while assigned and at least six weeks of summer availability.
Can I submit an application now?
Yes, for Senior Instructor. Use the Apply button on this page to send your answers and résumé through our website.