Esports Program Coach — Build Team & Lead Competitions

Illinois School District U-46; Streamwood (IL); On-site; USD 2,000 - 4,000; Part time

Job summary

Illinois School District U-46 seeks an Appendix F Esports Coach at Streamwood High School to build and maintain a high-quality team focused on student development and competitive gaming.

You will communicate with parents, students, and staff; manage equipment and finances; and coordinate 30 hours of in-person meetings and contests. Non-ETA coaches, this year-only position; terms set with the athletic/activity director.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate clearly in oral and written form.
• Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle inquiries and maintain confidentiality.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships; teamwork.
• Willingness to learn and refresh job skills through professional development.

Responsibilities

• Communicate effectively with parents, students, administrators, teacher colleagues, and community leaders.
• Maintain high expectations for student achievement and behavior.
• Maintain equipment associated with the activity.
• Demonstrate prompt and regular attendance.
• Create an environment conducive to learning and appropriate for student development.
• Cultivate a positive, harassment free instructional culture using constructive feedback.
• Take all necessary precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Apply and enforce student discipline in line with conduct codes.
• 30 hours of in-person meetings/practice
• 2 District, Conference, or Regional Contests/Events
• Participate in IHSA state series, as applicable
• Attend UEC Activities Summit
• Attend Freshman Orientation and incoming 8th Grade Night, as applicable
• Manage finances and administrative paperwork

Skills

Effective communication

Public relations

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality

Teamwork

Professional development

Pressure management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education

Appropriate Professional Educator's License (PEL)

High School Diploma

Job description

Illinois School District U-46 seeks an Appendix F Esports Coach at Streamwood High School to build and maintain a high-quality team focused on student development and competitive gaming.

You will communicate with parents, students, and staff; manage equipment and finances; and coordinate 30 hours of in-person meetings and contests. Non-ETA coaches, this year-only position; terms set with the athletic/activity director.