E-Sports Coach

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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

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