E-Sports Coach

Openings as of 5/23/2026 force display?True Openings as of 5/23/2026 E-Sports Coach JobID: 36451 Position Type: Athletics/Activities/ Coaching Date Posted: 5/22/2026 Location: Twin Valley Community Local Schools District: Twin Valley Community Local Schools Job Description: E-sports Head Coach / Advisor Position Type Classification: Supplemental Contract (Stipend-Based) Schedule: Part-time; after school, evenings, and select weekend tournament dates (primarily during the competitive seasons). Reports To: Athletic Director and/or School Administration Job Summary As our school launches its inaugural E-sports program, the E-sports Coach will play a foundational role in building a competitive, inclusive, and structured gaming culture. This position is funded via a supplemental contract and is responsible for establishing the program, recruiting student-athletes, organizing practices, and managing competitive play. The ideal candidate does not need to be a grandmaster gamer, but must be an organized educator or mentor who can promote digital citizenship, teamwork, and academic accountability. Key Responsibilities 1. Program Launch & Administration (Year 1 Focus) League Compliance: Assist the Athletic Director in registering the school with the state or national high school E-sports league (e.g., HSEL, PlayVS, or state athletic association). Roster Building: Organize and execute interest meetings, tryouts, and team selections across selected game titles (e.g., Rocket League, League of Legends, Super Smash Bros. ). IT & Equipment Coordination: Work alongside the school's IT department to ensure gaming hardware, peripherals, and network security settings (firewalls, bandwidth) are optimized for tournament play. Scheduling: Coordinate the practice calendar and match schedules, ensuring students are present and logged in on time for official matches. 2. Coaching & Player Development Strategic Practice: Structure practice sessions that focus on communication, map awareness, teamwork, vod (video) review, and game-specific strategies. Holistic Wellness: Emphasize physical health, ergonomic posture, breaks, and healthy gaming habits to counter the sedentary nature of the sport. Sportsmanship & Digital Citizenship: Actively teach and enforce toxicity-free communication. Ensure all players represent the school with high integrity, both in-game and in chat lobbies. 3. Program Management & Growth Academic Monitoring: Enforce the school's academic eligibility requirements for all student-athletes. Community Engagement: Help promote the new program within the school to boost student involvement and community support. Contract & Schedule Expectations Factor Description Compensation Paid via a fixed supplemental contract/stipend according to the district's extracurricular salary schedule. Time Commitment Estimated 5-10 hours per week for practices and official match days. Season Duration Aligned with the designated Fall and/or Spring competitive E-sports seasons. Qualifications & Skills Education & Compliance High School Diploma required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred (current school staff members strongly encouraged to apply). Ability to pass all district-required background checks and safety certifications (e.g., CPR/First Aid, Sudden Cardiac Arrest, Concussion training if required by the state athletic association). Knowledge & Skills Familiarity with popular competitive E-sports titles and tournament formats. Basic troubleshooting knowledge of gaming PCs, consoles, and gaming platforms (Steam, Epic Games, Nintendo Online, etc.) is a plus. Strong organizational skills to manage online accounts, parent permission forms, and match reporting. Core Competencies Inclusivity: Ability to create a welcoming environment for students who may not traditionally participate in traditional athletics. Patience & Leadership: The adaptability required to troubleshoot tech glitches or league scheduling errors inherent to a first-year program. Email To A Friend Print Version Postings current as of 5/23/2026 12:56:29 AM CST. Powered by Aspex Solutions - AppliTrack, Applicant Tracking for Educators. Online Job Employment Applications, Web Based Employment Applications for School Districts and Educational Institutions - www.aspexsolutions.com You can also view Ohio teaching jobs at www.k12jobspot.com. K12JobSpot is a site that has thousands of teaching jobs - all from AppliTrack school districts.