Esports Coach & Youth Mentor (Part-Time)

ADP, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

New York Edge is seeking an Esports Specialist to lead after-school esports sessions at a Staten Island site. This part-time, hourly role focuses on youth instruction, mentorship, and implementing the Esports Curriculum to build gaming and teamwork skills.

Greet participants, adapt lessons to varying skill levels, promote responsible gaming, and prepare students for tournaments and leagues within a safe, inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching and mentoring youth in a structured setting.
• Ability to follow and adapt a curriculum for different skill levels.
• Strong reliability and punctuality.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• May need to navigate stairs or move lightweight objects.
• Role operates mainly in NYC Public School settings with community events.

Responsibilities

• Motivate students to actively engage in daily esports activities.
• Ensure lesson plans are structured, age-appropriate, with learning goals.
• Communicate with program directors about schedules and events.
• Encourage participation in organization-wide esports activities and leagues.
• Establish and enforce behavior rules to maintain focus.
• Organize esports genres and activities, fostering teamwork and critical thinking.
• Explain strategies, safety procedures, and responsible gaming habits.
• Enforce digital safety and proper equipment use.
• Set learning objectives for lessons and projects and share with students.
• Prepare facilities and equipment for group activities.
• Greet participants, introduce teams, and promote engagement.

Skills

Esports mentoring

Teaching youth

Curriculum adaptation

Reliability

Communication skills

Mobility (stairs)

Teamwork

Community engagement

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Some college

Teaching experience

Job description

New York Edge is seeking an Esports Specialist to lead after-school esports sessions at a Staten Island site. This part-time, hourly role focuses on youth instruction, mentorship, and implementing the Esports Curriculum to build gaming and teamwork skills.

Greet participants, adapt lessons to varying skill levels, promote responsible gaming, and prepare students for tournaments and leagues within a safe, inclusive environment.