E-Sports Assistant Coach

Applitrack; East Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 47,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Applitrack at East Hartford High School seeks an E-Sport Assistant Coach for the athletics program. This stipend position (Schedule B2) supports coaching duties and program development on-site.

The coach will direct all esports team activities, plan practices, teach rules and strategies, recruit athletes, manage equipment, and mentor students to promote sportsmanship and safe competition.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to work with diverse student populations.
• Understanding of esports rules, strategies, and safety.
• Knowledge of esports technology and trends.

Responsibilities

• Directs all aspects, areas, and components of the esports team.
• Planning: Planning and organizing practice sessions, and developing physical conditioning programs.
• Coaching: Instructing athletes on the rules, strategies, and techniques of the sport, and providing feedback and coaching during competitions.
• Motivating: Motivating players to improve and develop sportsmanship.
• Recruiting: Recruiting new athletes for the team.
• Managing: Managing equipment and facilities to ensure safe playing conditions, and working with the athletics director to schedule facilities.
• Assessing: Assessing player skills and assigning team positions.
• Representing: Representing the school in a favorable manner, and adhering to the district athletic department philosophy.
• Mentoring: Mentoring players to develop sportsmanship and respect for the game.
• Keeping records: Keeping records of athletes' and opponents' performances.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Diversity & Inclusion

Esports knowledge

Sports safety

Job description

• Position Type: Athletics/Activities/ Coaching
• Date Posted: 10/1/2026
• Location: East Hartford High School

SALARY: Stipend - Schedule B2 - E-Sport Assistant Coach - $4,582

Job Summary

Esports athletes playing under an organization generally live in the gaming house of the organization. These gaming houses usually provide a living space and a gaming space for the players. High school coaches should be experts on the rules, strategies, and techniques of their sport, and also know about sports equipment, physical fitness, and safety.

Responsibilities

• Directs all aspects, areas, and components of the esports team. Coordinates all strategic aspects of the esports program
• Planning:Planning and organizing practice sessions, and developing physical conditioning programs
• Coaching:Instructing athletes on the rules, strategies, and techniques of the sport, and providing feedback and coaching during competitions
• Motivating:Motivating players to improve and develop sportsmanship
• Recruiting:Recruiting new athletes for the team
• Managing:Managing equipment and facilities to ensure safe playing conditions, and working with the athletics director to schedule facilities
• Assessing:Assessing player skills and assigning team positions
• Representing:Representing the school in a favorable manner, and adhering to the district athletic department philosophy
• Mentoring:Mentoring players to develop sportsmanship and respect for the game
• Keeping records:Keeping records of athletes' and opponents' performances

Knowledge and Skills

• Demonstrated excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse populations.
• Ability to foster an open and welcoming environment to all student-athletes.
• Thorough working knowledge and understanding of all aspects of the sport.
• Knowledge of current and developing trends in esports technology, methodology, and techniques.
• Ability to effectively analyze programs and events and recommend opportunities for improvement and growth.