Esports Head Coach — High School Competitive Gaming Leader

Spectrum 360 A NJ Non Profit Corp.; Plainfield (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Plainfield High School in Plainfield, NJ seeks an Athletics/Activities/Coaching professional to join Spectrum 360's education program. Candidates must hold a BA and a valid NJ Teaching Certificate, CPR/AED and First Aid, with prior coaching experience.

The position involves coaching duties aligned with the school’s sports program; salary may vary per contract; closing date 09/16/2026; date posted 9/8/2026.

Qualifications

• BA Degree required; county substitute may suffice in rare cases.
• Valid New Jersey Teaching Certificate, CPR/AED and Sports First Aid required.
• Previous assistant or head coaching experience preferred; active participation in the sport is important.

Responsibilities

• Coaches designated athletics/activities within the school program.
• Maintains safety and sportsmanship standards in practices and games.

Skills

Coaching experience

Education

BA Degree

Tools

NJ Teaching Certificate

CPR/AED/First Aid

NFHS Coaching Certifications

NFHS Concussion Course

NFHS Heat Illness Prevention

NFHS Harassment, Intimidation, and Bullying

NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching

NFHS Implicit Bias

Job description

Plainfield High School in Plainfield, NJ seeks an Athletics/Activities/Coaching professional to join Spectrum 360's education program. Candidates must hold a BA and a valid NJ Teaching Certificate, CPR/AED and First Aid, with prior coaching experience.

The position involves coaching duties aligned with the school’s sports program; salary may vary per contract; closing date 09/16/2026; date posted 9/8/2026.