Classification: Part-time (15-20 hours/week) 
Reports to: Program Director

Primary Function: 
Under the general supervision of the Program Director, the Esports Coach will develop and lead creative activities for youth of different ages in a trauma-sensitive environment. The Esports Coach will work with youth and teens on our platform, developing both their in-game skills as well as their social/emotional skills while also exploring and learning about the Esports industry. 

Key Responsibilities: 
• Supervise all aspects of an Esports program, including instruction, coaching, and managing of teams. 
• Assist youth in becoming positive virtual citizens, teaching them important lessons about teamwork, leadership, and how to treat people properly online.
• Develop and implement training curriculum (e.g., NASEF).
• Manage and maintain all hardware, software and other equipment.
• Schedule, organize, supervise, and conduct all practice sessions at the campus Esports lab.
• Communicate with Program Director and staff about class schedules, program needs, objectives, etc.
• Provide content for Club’s social media channels, sharing information about team, players and matches.
• Help implement program assessment and evaluation through talking to students, participating in observations, administering surveys, and reflecting on teaching practice.
• Provide guidance and role modeling to members.
• Demonstrate leadership to assure conduct, safety and development of members.
• Ensure productive and effective work environment.
• Monitor program areas to ensure member safety.
• May participate in special programs or events.
• Attend and participate in special programs, events, meetings, and trainings as needed. 

In addition to the specific professional job duties, must also possess the ability to:
• Be passionate about working with kids!
• Be dedicated to social justice & culturally responsive teaching.
• Prior coaching, teaching, and/or counselor experience
• Extensive knowledge of esports, including but not limited general strategies, team building, skill building, and competition strategies
• Knowledge of middle and high school level esports rules and regulations
• Strong organizational skills, especially regarding practice planning and managing the logistics of tournaments and league development
• Ability to work collaboratively with youth and colleagues
• Strong written and verbal communications skills
• Must be able to organize and facilitate multiple practices per week 

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED: 

• High School Diploma required. Bachelor’s degree preferred.

• At least one year’s experience in program planning/development in an Electronic Arts, Esports or similar environment.

• Effectively use Microsoft Office.

• Work effectively with volunteers, parents, school officials and other community members.

• Represent the Club positively in the community.

• Should be able to lift 25 pounds.

• Ability to pass a DOJ fingerprint clearance

Disclaimer:  
The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, nor to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job. 

To apply for this position, please send your Resume AND Cover Letter to rwatters@alamedabgc.org.