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ESPORTS Coach

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$8 - $12/hr

Coach - ESPORTS Part Time Up to 25 hours/week | Weekdays Who are we? XP League is an esports league that is modeled after classic youth sports organizations, making it easy for parents and kids to ...

Carroll University

Assistant eSports Coach

Waukesha, WI · On-site

This position reports to the Head eSports Coach. The preferred candidate will have the ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends. Travel for team tournaments and recruiting ...

Carroll University

Assistant eSports Coach

Waukesha, WI · On-site

This position reports to the Head eSports Coach. The preferred candidate will have the ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends. Travel for team tournaments and recruiting ...

Carroll University

Assistant eSports Coach

Waukesha, WI · On-site

This position reports to the Head eSports Coach. The preferred candidate will have the ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends. Travel for team tournaments and recruiting ...

Carroll University

Assistant eSports Coach

Waukesha, WI · On-site

$15.50 - $18.75/hr

This position reports to the Head eSports Coach. The preferred candidate will have the ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends. Travel for team tournaments and recruiting ...

Nevada School District

High School Esports Coach

Nevada, IA · On-site

$15.50 - $20.25/hr

High School Esports Coach Position Begins September 15th, 2026 Schedule B contract would be split by multiple coaches depending upon the qualifications of candidates. Coaching authorization desired ...

Carroll University

Assistant eSports Coach

Waukesha, WI · On-site

$15.50 - $18.75/hr

This position reports to the Head eSports Coach. The preferred candidate will have the ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends. Travel for team tournaments and recruiting ...

Carroll University

Assistant eSports Coach

Waukesha, WI · On-site

$15.50 - $18.75/hr

This position reports to the Head eSports Coach. The preferred candidate will have the ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends. Travel for team tournaments and recruiting ...

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As of Sep 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for esports coach in the United States is $19.70, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.87 and $20.67 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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An Esports Coach is responsible for training and developing competitive gaming teams or players. They analyze gameplay, create strategies, and improve individual and team performance through practice and feedback. Coaches also focus on communication, teamwork, and mental preparation to ensure players perform at their best. Additionally, they may review game footage, provide leadership, and help with scheduling and tournament preparations.

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Assistant Esports Coach - Mario Kart (Part-time)

Marion, IN • On-site

Indiana Wesleyan University
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools • 501 - 1,000 employees
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Part-time

Posted 28 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Oversee the IWU Mario Kart program by attending all practices, matches, and team events.

  • Manage rosters, develop team practices, and assist in recruiting and equipment management.

  • Work with the Head Esports Coach to monitor student-athletes' academic, spiritual, and personal growth.

Indiana Wesleyan University rating

8.6

Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

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Job description

Assistant Esports Coach - Mario Kart (Part-time)
Job no: 495198
Work type: Administrative (Part Time)
Location: Marion, IN
Categories: Athletics
Job Title: Assistant Esports Coach - Mario Kart (Part-time)
Reporting Relationship: Head Esports Coach
Unit: IWU-Marion
Department: Intercollegiate Athletics-IWU Marion
Campus Location: Barnes Student Center, Marion, IN
Summary of Position: The Assistant Esports Coach - Mario Kart position will oversee the IWU Mario Kart program by attending all practices, matches, and team events, providing constructive feedback for improvement, managing rosters, and working individually with student-athletes to ensure progress and growth.
The Assistant Esports Coach - Mario Kart will also be responsible for working with the Head Esports Coach to monitor the academic progress of the members of the Mario Kart team. They must also ensure that the students they oversee can grow within the Athletic Department's motto of Both/And, as well as the Esports team's core values of Kindness, Belonging, Integrity, Humility and Courage.
Duties and Responsibilities
  • Ministry Values and Strategy
    • The Esports Assistant Coach must be committed to the Lordship of Christ, continually seeking personal growth through the regular practice of spiritual disciplines and creating spiritually rich environments for others to do the same
    • The Assistant Coach will support the IWU Athletics mission of developing students' Spiritual Growth, Academic Achievement, Leadership Development, and Athletic Excellence
    • The Assistant Coach must embody and promote the Wildcat Way biblical values of Kindness, Humility, Belonging, Integrity, and Courage in their life, work, and interaction with others
  • Specific responsibilities
    • Support the spiritual development of each player through intentional discipleship strategies, maximizing the team's potential/abilities, keeping athletes eligible, and retaining athletes through graduation
    • Ensure spiritual, physical, emotional, mental, and social welfare of student-athletes
    • Develop, manage, and successfully lead the Mario Kart Team including practices, scheduling, assisting the Head Coach in recruiting, equipment management, and appropriate social media involvement
    • Ensure adherence with established institutional NECC and GLEC compliance rules, policies, and procedures as well as ethical standards of behavior
    • Ensure satisfactory academic performance of student-athletes
    • Manage all department fundraising and booster events in accordance with University, NECC and GLEC expectations, and institutional rules, policies, and procedures
    • Participate in long-range planning and assessment, attend all departmental training sessions and meetings, read and comply with all departmental policy manuals
    • Work closely with the Head Esports Coach to ensure proper upkeep of athletic facilities
    • Opportunity to develop sport camps and conferences as fundraisers and compensation supplement
  • General Expectations
    • Build a Mario Kart Team on the foundation of a disciple-making culture
    • Counsel with Mario Kart Student-Athletes and refer as necessary regarding spiritual, personal, emotional, or academic problems
    • Participate as requested in committees, councils, or professional organizations that pertain to this position. Attendance at chapel services is encouraged
    • Maintain a professional image and manner consistent with Indiana Wesleyan University's mission and goals. Support the policies of the student handbook with integrity
    • Work within the Athletic Department to foster an environment of cooperation and unity
    • Attend and lead five Mario Kart practices, matches or team events each week during the Fall and Spring Semesters, unless explicitly given an exemption. Must be able to attend all practices and matches in-person at the Esports Facility on the Marion Campus
    • Encourage and facilitate growth for the Mario Kart team in five key areas: Mario Kart, Physical Health, Mental Health, Academic Health, Spiritual Health
    • Lead at least two full esports team Bible studies each semester
    • Assist the Head Esports Coach in recruitment of talented and mission-oriented Mario Kart players

Qualifications: According to Indiana Wesleyan University employment policy all employees must possess a strong Christian commitment and adhere to the standards outlined in the IWU Community Lifestyle Statement.
Education
  • High School Diploma or GED

Experience
  • Should have some level of experience in coaching Mario Kart that includes recruiting student-athletes, marketing, scheduling, equipment budgeting/management, and facility care

Required Skills
  • Must demonstrate a mature and expressive Christian faith commitment
  • Needs to passionately support and articulate the University's mission and vision for athletics within the context of that mission
  • Must subscribe to the principles and lifestyle of the Wesleyan Church
  • Knowledge of Mario Kart, including character matchups, techniques, and combos, along with a willingness to continue to learn the game
  • Commitment to the Both/And motto and the core values of IWU Esports

IWU Kingdom Diversity Statement
IWU, in covenant with God's reconciling work and in accordance with the Biblical principles of our historic Wesleyan tradition, commits to build a community that reflects Kingdom diversity. We will foster an intentional environment for living, teaching and learning, which exhibits honor, respect, and dignity. Acknowledging visible or invisible differences, our community authentically values each member's earthly and eternal worth. We refute ignorance and isolation and embrace deliberate and courageous engagement that exhibits Christ's commandment to love all humankind.
LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER
As a religious educational institution operating under the auspices of The Wesleyan Church, Indiana Wesleyan University is permitted and reserves the right to prefer employees on the basis of religion (42 U.S.C., Sections 2000e-1 and 2000e-2).
The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Employees will be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.
Advertised: 17 Aug 2026 US Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 20 Sep 2026 US Eastern Daylight Time
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