Work at Ascend
Coaching Application
Ascend is hiring coaches for Congressional Debate, Public Forum, Lincoln-Douglas, Extemporaneous Speaking, and Interpretation. We are looking for accomplished competitors and coaches who can teach at a high level, invest in students, and hold the standard that has made Ascend the most decorated Congressional Debate program in the country.
Applications are open on a rolling basis. Every applicant is considered for the specific event and role they select below, so choose the position that best matches your experience.
Camp Dates
Ascend California runs July 11–25, 2027
University of the Pacific · Stockton, California
Ascend Florida runs June 25–July 9, 2027
Lynn University · South Florida · Congressional Debate only
Ascend Online runs June 26–July 10, 2027
Online · Congressional Debate only
Required — Two Steps
Please fill out the adjacent form and send your resume to quest.sandel@ascendspeech.org with the subject line “Ascend Coaching Application.” Be sure to specify in your email the position for which you are applying.
Applications will NOT be considered without a resume submission.