Debate Teacher - High School

Chesterton Academy Of The Divine Fa • Hagerstown, MD

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Chesterton Academy of The Divine Family, a joyfully Catholic, classical high school in the Chesterton Schools Network, seeks a passionate and mission-driven Debate Teacher for the 2026–2027 school year. The Debate Teacher will guide students in the art of logical reasoning, public speaking, and persuasive argumentation within a classical framework that upholds Catholic values. The teacher will cultivate a classroom culture grounded in intellectual charity, respectful dialogue, and truth-seeking, while preparing students for both in-class debate and local or national competitions. This position is ideal for someone who is excited to help build a culture of confidence, rhetorical excellence, and virtue in a new and growing Catholic school community. Chesterton Academy of The Divine Family offers a classical, integrated high school education rooted in the Catholic intellectual and spiritual tradition. As part of the Chesterton Schools Network, our mission is to form a new generation of joyful leaders and saints through a curriculum centered on truth, beauty, and goodness. With daily Mass, strong academics, and a vibrant community life, we help students discover their vocation and grow in virtue. Our affordable tuition model ensures that families of all backgrounds can access this transformative education.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Rhetoric, Education, Philosophy, or a related field
• Familiarity with classical education and the trivium (Grammar, Logic, Rhetoric)
• Strong public speaking, communication, and organizational skills
• Practicing Roman Catholic, joyfully faithful to the Magisterium, and willing to take the Oath of Fidelity
• A heart for formation, evangelization, and mentoring high school students

Nice To Haves

• Prior teaching experience or experience coaching debate (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and rigorous debate instruction rooted in classical rhetoric
• Introduce students to formal logic, rhetorical strategies, and structured debate formats
• Prepare students for in-class debates and, if applicable, external competitions or showcases
• Encourage respectful discourse, logical reasoning, and virtue in dialogue
• Provide clear feedback to help students grow in confidence and skill
• Create a classroom environment that fosters joy, intellectual discipline, and Catholic identity
• Support students in developing critical thinking, leadership, and public speaking skills
• Collaborate with faculty to integrate debate themes into interdisciplinary learning where appropriate
• Serve as a mentor and example of Catholic character and academic integrity
• Participate in faculty meetings, spiritual formation, and school-wide events
• Support student-led initiatives, clubs, or additional enrichment tied to debate and rhetoric
• Partner with parents and the school community to support student success and growth

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• Daily Mass and spiritual enrichment as part of a faithful school community
• Joyful and mission-centered school culture
• Competitive compensation
• Professional development opportunities through the Chesterton Schools Network
• A unique opportunity to shape a growing school’s arts and drama program from the ground up

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level