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About the Role
Esports Specialists provide targeted, skill and age-appropriate instruction, coaching, and mentorship in New York Edge’s after-school programs, with a focus on esports. They lead New York Edge's Esports Model to foster a safe and inclusive environment for youth to develop their gaming and strategic thinking skills. Specialists organize and facilitate esports programming, guiding students in responsible gaming practices, teamwork, and strategic skills that extend beyond the screen.
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.
Requirements
- 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.
- The Esports Specialist will be required to report to the school building and interact with staff, students, parents, and school administration.
- At the time of offer and acceptance, the job requires safety and security clearances through the Department of Education and Department of Health.
Skills
- Esports
- Teaching
- Mentoring
- Curriculum adaptation
- Communication
- Interpersonal skills
- Digital safety
- Teamwork
- Strategic thinking
Location
- New York City Public School
Work Type
- Part-time
- After-school program
Experience Level
- Minimum of one year of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience required
- Minimum of one year of teaching experience required
Education Level
- High School Diploma or Equivalent required
- Some college preferred
About the Company
- New York Edge is the largest provider of after-school and summer camp programs in New York City public schools.
- Each year, programs in academics, including STEM, the arts, sports and wellness, and college access, help 40,000 students develop leadership skills and succeed in school.
- Working parents count on our programs to provide safe and enriching environments for their children.
Equal Opportunity
- New York Edge is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer