Debate Camp Staff Application
Summer 2026 · Staff Application

Join us for an intensive summer of argumentation, critical thinking, and leadership. We're looking for passionate debate educators ready to inspire the next generation.

MS Camp positions are open to high school students and older. HS Camp positions require a high school diploma or GED.

MS CampJuly 6 – 17
HS CampJuly 20 – Aug 7
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Before You ApplyStaff Requirements & Pay
● On site every day during your camp session
● Remote orientation in June (required)
● ~4 hours of prep work
● Mon–Fri, 9am – 4:30pm
● St Francis College, Brooklyn
Role MS Camp (July 6–17) HS Camp (July 20–Aug 7) Both Sessions
Academic Staff $2,054 $3,081 $5,135
Cabin Staff $1,000 (HS student) / $1,386 (HS grad) $2,080 $3,466
Runners $1,000 (HS student) / $1,386 (HS grad) $2,080 $3,466
What Styles Do We Teach?

MS Camp — July 6–17

Middle schoolers focus on the fundamental skills of speaking, listening, and rebutting. Styles will be most similar to Extemp, Congress, and Spar.

HS Camp — July 20–Aug 7

High schoolers cross-train in the fundamentals of Congress, Extemp, and adversarial debates like PF and LD. Electives available for students to focus on specific styles or skills.

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Personal InfoBasic contact details
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AvailabilityWhich session(s) can you commit to?
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Role PreferenceWhich position are you applying for?
● MS Camp coach positions are open to high school students and older. HS Camp positions require a high school diploma or GED.
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Short AnswersExperience & background
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Video ResponseRequired — complete both prompts below

Your Video Interview

Below, you can record responses to both prompts. This is your chance to show us your teaching presence, energy, and debate knowledge. Don't rush, be yourself, and try to really pretend you're talking to students.

PROMPT 01

Talk a classroom of sleepy middle schoolers through this schedule. Imagine you're a camp staff member doing morning announcements. Make it engaging!

9:30 AMBreakfast & Opening 10:00 AMFull Group Goal Setting 10:30 AMContention Workshop 12:00 PMLunch 1:00 PMRebuttal Workshop 2:30 PMImpromptu Round Prep 3:00 PMImpromptu Round 4:00 PMDismissal / Staff Meeting
PROMPT 02 — Choose One (1–2 minutes)

Tips: Use examples, be energetic, talk slowly.

Option A: Explain impact calculus.

Option B: Explain your research process.

Option C: This student is working on using the CWDI (Claim, Warrant, Data, and Impact) argument structure. Shout out the strong parts and offer constructive criticism.

"12-year-olds should be able to vote because kids are affected by government decisions just as much as adults are. We have to go to school every day, and the government decides what we learn, how long our school day is, and whether our school gets enough funding. Plus, studies show that teenagers actually know a lot about current events and politics. A study found that many 16-year-olds know as much about civics as adults do, so 12-year-olds who pay attention to politics could also be informed voters."

All done? Make sure you've completed the VideoAsk above before submitting. Your text responses and video will both be reviewed by our team.