ESports Coach

Position Summary

Sparta High School is seeking an enthusiastic and collaborative Esports Coach to lead and develop the schools competitive esports program through theMHSELLeague. The coach will oversee student participation during both competitive seasons foster a positive team culture and support students in developing communication leadership teamwork and problem-solving skills through esports participation.

The ideal candidate is passionate about student engagement understands the educational value of esports and is committed to helping students grow both competitively and personally in a structured school environment.

Essential Responsibilities

Program Leadership

• Organize supervise and lead the Sparta High School esports program during both MHSEL competitive seasons
• Coordinate practices match schedules roster management and team communication
• Ensure compliance with MHSEL district and school eligibility requirements and expectations
• Promote sportsmanship teamwork digital citizenship and respectful competition

Student Development

• Build positive relationships with students while fostering an inclusive and welcoming team culture
• Support student growth in communication collaboration leadership time management and problem-solving skills
• Encourage academic accountability and balance between school responsibilities and esports participation
• Mentor students in both competitive gameplay and personal development

Collaboration & School Engagement

• Collaborate with school staff administration and families to support student success and program growth
• Assist in recruiting and retaining student participants from diverse backgrounds and skill levels
• Promote the esports program within the school and community through events communication and outreach
• Support opportunities for college career and STEM connections related to esports technology media and digital communication

Program Operations

• Monitor and maintain esports equipment and gaming space
• Communicate effectively with students and families regarding schedules expectations and updates
• Maintain appropriate supervision during practices and competitions
• Stay informed about league updates game titles competition rules and best practices in school esports

Qualifications

• Experience with esports gaming communities or competitive gaming preferred
• Strong communication organization and leadership skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with students staff and families
• Demonstrated ability to create a positive and inclusive student environment
• Experience working with high school students preferred
• Knowledge ofMHSEL esports competition structure preferred

Preferred Characteristics

The ideal candidate is:

• Student-centered and relationship-driven
• Positive organized and dependable
• Passionate about educational esports opportunities
• Able to build community and student engagement
• Committed to professionalism and sportsmanship