Assistant Esports Coach

Young World Physical Education; Osceola (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education seeks an Assistant Esports Coach for the 2026-2027 season at Clarke Community School District in Osceola, Iowa. The role involves guiding student athletes and implementing coaching strategies in coordination with the Head Varsity Coach.

An ideal candidate should have knowledge of sports, possess Iowa Coaching Authorization, and previous playing experience. The position is full-time, with responsibilities including supervising practice sessions and fostering athlete development.

Qualifications

• Iowa Coaching Authorization preferred.
• Previous playing experience preferred.
• Sport specific knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Instruct athletes regarding techniques, rules and safety practices of the sport.
• Develop and organize practice program.
• Conduct practices according to agreed schedules.
• Supervise athletes before and after practices or games.
• Promote the Clarke Community Schools Athletics program.

Skills

Iowa Coaching Authorization

Previous Playing experience

Sport specific knowledge

Job description

Assistant Esports Coach

Clarke Community School District, Clarke Middle/High School – Osceola, Iowa.

Job Details

Job ID: 5732679

Application Deadline: Jun 10, 2026 11:59 PM (UTC)

Posted: May 22, 2026 2:15 AM (UTC)

Job Description

Clarke Community School District is looking for an assistant esports coach for the 2026-2027 season.

REPORTS TO: Head Varsity Coach and Activities Director and/or Building Principal.

Qualifications

• Iowa Coaching Authorization (preferred)
• Previous Playing experience (preferred)
• Sport specific knowledge (preferred)

Coordinates

JV and Varsity Program with direction from Head Coach.

Position Goal

To develop and grow student athletes, athletically and personally.

Job Summary

Responsible for implementation of program developed by Head Varsity Coach.

Performance Responsibilities

• Instruct athletes regarding techniques, rules and safety practices of the sport.
• Develop and organize practice program that aligns with Head Varsity Coach and/or Activities Director's philosophy.
• Conduct practices according to agreed upon schedules.
• Supervise athletes from the scheduled beginning of the practice or game until the last athlete is picked up, knowing where all participants are at all times.
• Supervise athletes on bus trips to other schools.
• Promote the entire Clarke Community Schools Athletics program.
• Set an example of the highest ethical and moral conduct including respecting and supporting contest officials.
• Foster among the participants and spectators an appreciation of the values of athletics, an attitude of good sportsmanship, and a sense of pride in self, team, school, and community.
• Promote a healthy lifestyle to student athletes.
• Assist the activities director to ensure that lists of all players eligible for athletic contests are prepared and maintained under rules of Clarke Community School District.
• Communicate with Activities Director and/or Administrative Assistant to ensure that all athletes have completed and submitted all required documentation, including the concussion form, medical insurance coverage form and have undergone and passed any required medical examinations before the regular practice season begins.
• Communicate with parents in regard to team rules, team schedule and athletic department guidelines.
• Adhere to all safety laws and district policies.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Head Varsity Coach.

Terms of Employment

Salary and contract length to be determined in accordance with provisions of the Agreement between CCEA and CCSD.

Evaluation

To be done annually by the Activities Director and/or Principal with input of Head Varsity Coach.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories: Athletics & Activities > Coaching

Contact Information

• Staci Tull
• 802 N Jackson
• Osceola, Iowa 50213
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]