Graduate Assistant: Esports Coach

Northpark; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 33,480; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition remission

Partial meal plan

$3,000 stipend per semester

Job summary

A university in Illinois is seeking an assistant for their Esports program starting August 2026. Responsibilities include assisting the Director of Esports with daily operations, analyzing athlete performance, and supporting competitive recruiting. Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree, coaching experience, and knowledge of Esports. This role requires a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends, and a commitment to the university's mission of Christian higher education.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree is required.
• Applicant must obtain acceptance in a North Park University graduate program.
• Coaching or playing experience and extensive knowledge of the Esports are required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director of Esports with daily operations.
• Analyze performance and instruct athletes.
• Help with competitive recruiting.
• Plan and evaluate practices and tournaments.

Skills

Coaching experience

Knowledge of Esports

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

The assistantship will begin in August 2026 and includes tuition remission, a partial meal plan, and a $3,000 stipend per semester.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists the Director of Esports with the daily operations of the Esports program at North Park University.
• Analyze performance and instruct athletes in gaming techniques and strategies in preparation for and during competition.
• Assist with all phases of competitive recruiting.
• Execute practice and tournament planning/evaluation, including video exchange and breakdown.
• Ensure a commitment to the academic success of Esports student-athletes, including monitoring academic performance, attendance, and social behavior.
• Build and sustain positive relationships with student-athletes, parents, alumni, faculty, staff, and the campus community.
• Have a working knowledge of and a commitment to intercollegiate Esports rules and regulations.
• Complete other duties as assigned by the Director of Esports, Assistant Vice President for Athletics and Sport Management, and Associate and

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree is required.
• Applicant must obtain acceptance in a North Park University graduate program.
• Applicant must be able to work an untraditional work schedule (i.e. frequent nights and weekends).
• Coaching or playing experience and extensive knowledge of the Esports are required.
• Able to travel with team, by vehicle or plane.
• A valid driver’s license is required.; Use of personal vehicle to travel to/from practice and or competition.
• Possess a clear understanding and personal commitment to North Park’s mission of Christian higher education.