Esports Mentor & Youth Gaming Coach

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

Job summary

New York Edge in Queens, NY is seeking an Esports Specialist for a part-time, hourly role. You will deliver esports instruction, mentor students, and implement the Esports Curriculum within after-school programs, guiding youth in teamwork, digital citizenship, and safe gaming practices.

Work 9–15 hours weekly, Mon-Fri 2:30 pm–5:30 pm at a NYC Public School site, with opportunities to participate in tournaments and professional development.

Qualifications

• Must be knowledgeable and skilled in esports, with experience teaching and mentoring youth in a structured setting.
• Prior experience teaching and instructing youth preferred.
• Ability to follow a curriculum and adapt it for different skill levels.
• Demonstrated responsibility, reliability, and punctuality.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• May be required to walk up and down stairs.
• May have to lift or move objects/materials as needed.
• Work is performed mostly within a New York City Public School but may be required to interact with the community at-large during trips or events.

Responsibilities

• Motivate students to engage actively in daily esports activities and skill development.
• Ensure daily activity lesson plans and projects are structured, age-appropriate, and have clear learning goals, based on the esports and digital wellness guide.
• Communicate regularly with the Program Director and the Sports and Wellness Department regarding program schedules, leagues, tournaments, and special events.
• Encourage and prepare students to participate in organization-wide esports activities and competitions.
• Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures to maintain order and focus among students.
• Organize, lead, and promote interest in various esports genres, such as strategy, team-based, and solo-player games, along with exercises in reaction time and critical thinking.
• Explain gaming strategies, techniques, and safety procedures, and demonstrate responsible gaming practices.
• Enforce digital safety rules and regulations governing esports activities and the proper use of equipment.
• Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate those objectives to students.
• Prepare and set up facilities and equipment for group esports activities.
• Greet new participants, introduce them to team dynamics, explain gaming etiquette and rules, and encourage active participation.
• Evaluate activities to ensure they are engaging and achieving the desired educational and developmental outcomes.
• Adapt teaching methods and materials to cater to students' varying skill levels and interests.
• Promote and support the progressive development of each student's gaming and teamwork skills.
• Emphasize positive character development, including respect, teamwork, and perseverance.
• Provide homework support during Academic hour as needed.
• Adapt each esports activity to ensure safe and responsible gaming in the provided space.

Skills

Esports knowledge

Teaching youth

Curriculum following

Communication

Reliability

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

New York Edge in Queens, NY is seeking an Esports Specialist for a part-time, hourly role. You will deliver esports instruction, mentor students, and implement the Esports Curriculum within after-school programs, guiding youth in teamwork, digital citizenship, and safe gaming practices.

Work 9–15 hours weekly, Mon-Fri 2:30 pm–5:30 pm at a NYC Public School site, with opportunities to participate in tournaments and professional development.