Public Speaking/Speech & Drama Trainer

Job description

Company Overview

The Narrative Nest Singapore designs and delivers contemporary education programmes for schools and youth organisations.

Our public speaking programmes develop students’ confidence, clarity, and ability to communicate effectively through interactive, practice-based sessions.

Job Summary

Facilitate public speaking workshops for primary, secondary, and tertiary students. You will teach specific speaking techniques, guide students in preparing structured presentations, and provide individual feedback to improve their delivery.

Responsibilities

Deliver structured workshops based on provided lesson plans
Teach and model techniques such as voice projection, pacing, articulation, and audience engagement
Guide students in planning, organising, and delivering speeches and presentations
Facilitate discussions and basic debate activities where required
Provide clear, individual feedback using defined evaluation criteria
Ensure sufficient practice and application of techniques taught
Maintain an engaging and well-managed classroom environment
Adapt delivery to different age groups, ability levels, and class dynamics
Coordinate with programme leads, co-facilitators, and school staff

Requirements

Strong command of spoken English with clear articulation and delivery
Able to explicitly teach and demonstrate public speaking techniques
Confident managing students across primary to tertiary levels
Able to scaffold speech preparation and provide constructive, individualised feedback
Able to follow structured lesson plans and meet learning objectives within session time
Adaptable, punctual, prepared, and reliable in school environments
Eligible to work in Singapore
Registered with MOE as an Instructor/Trainer (MOE IRS), or willing to apply when required
Minimum GCE ‘A’ Levels or Diploma

Background in Communication, English, Education, Theatre, or related fields is advantageous.

Preferred Experience

At least 2 years of experience teaching or coaching public speaking or similar programmes
Experience working with students across different age groups
Experience delivering structured school-based workshops

Programme Expectations

Facilitators may be required to:

Deliver clearly defined speaking techniques across structured lessons
Use curated materials for speech preparation
Facilitate individual and group presentations
Complete individual feedback or evaluation rubrics

Engagement Details

Engagement: Freelance, programme-based
Schedule: Weekday mornings or afternoons
Location: Schools and institutions across Singapore
Session structure: Varies by programme and school

Compensation

Assistant Trainer: $25 - $30/hour
Main Trainer: $45–$60/hour

Application

Send a short introduction and relevant experience to hello@thenarrativenestsg.com

Subject: Freelance Facilitator Application – Public Speaking

Please include:

Public speaking or teaching experience
Age groups you have worked with
Types of programmes conducted
Job Types: Freelance, Student Job
Work Location: In person

Experience: Classroom facilitation – 1 year preferred
Licence/Certification: MOE IRS required