Esports Head Coach

Mccschools; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Mason County Central High School is seeking a Varsity Esports Coach to lead the Spartan Esports program for fall and spring seasons. You will direct practices, coach students on gameplay, and ensure positive team culture within MHSEL guidelines.

The role requires strong organizational and communication skills, with knowledge of popular esports titles and hardware. Collaborate with school staff, students, and families to uphold academic and behavioral standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; Bachelor's degree or valid teaching certificate preferred.
• Knowledge of popular competitive high school esports titles (e.g., Mario Kart, Super Smash Bros., Rocket League, League of Legends).
• Familiarity with gaming hardware, basic PC networking, and competitive league management platforms preferred.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to pass required background checks and district onboarding requirements.

Responsibilities

• Organize, schedule, and supervise regular team practices, scrimmages, and official match days throughout the fall and spring seasons.
• Coach students on gameplay strategy, communication, sportsmanship, and digital citizenship.
• Coordinate team registration, roster submission, and match reporting via approved league platforms (e.g., MHSEL / PlayVS / eGame Studio).
• Oversee the high school esports lab/hardware, ensuring proper care and use of equipment during practices and competitions.
• Monitor student-athlete academic eligibility and maintain high standards for behavior both online and in person.
• Maintain clear communication with the Athletic Director, school administration, players, and parents.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Teaching certificate

High school diploma

Tools

MHSEL / PlayVS / eGame Studio

Job description

• Position Type: Athletics/Activities/ Coaching
• Date Posted: 10/27/2026
• Location: High School
• Date Available: 11/04/2026
• Closing Date: 11/03/2026

Position Overview

Mason County Central High School is seeking a dedicated, student-focused Varsity Esports Coach to direct the Spartan Esports program for both the Fall and Spring competitive seasons. The Varsity Esports Coach will be responsible for building a positive team culture, supervising practices and match days, instructing student-athletes on strategic gameplay, and managing logistics within the Michigan High School Esports League (MHSEL) framework.

Key Responsibilities

• Program Leadership: Organize, schedule, and supervise regular team practices, scrimmages, and official match days throughout the fall and spring seasons.
• Student Development: Coach students on gameplay strategy, communication, sportsmanship, and digital citizenship.
• League Operations: Coordinate team registration, roster submission, and match reporting via approved league platforms (e.g., MHSEL / PlayVS / eGame Studio).
• Lab Management: Oversee the high school esports lab/hardware, ensuring proper care and use of equipment during practices and competitions.
• Academic & Behavioral Standards: Monitor student-athlete academic eligibility and maintain high standards for behavior both online and in person.
• Communication: Maintain clear communication with the Athletic Director, school administration, players, and parents.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; Bachelor's degree or valid teaching certificate preferred.
• Knowledge of popular competitive high school esports titles (e.g., Mario Kart, Super Smash Bros., Rocket League, League of Legends).
• Familiarity with gaming hardware, basic PC networking, and competitive league management platforms preferred.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to pass required background checks and district onboarding requirements.