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Malachi
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What does being an esports coach and a teacher look like, and am I able to do that while being a teacher To add on that do you think I could be an elementary school teacher and that school's esports manager/coach at the same time? For anyone that might have experience with that please tell me what it's like.?
I would be teaching elementary education in Minnesota most likely. My coaching would be hands on which takes more time than just setting up drills for your players and saying, "Hey, go do this and do your own VOD reviews". A VOD review is when you go through past games and point out mistakes in gameplay and suggest better decisions.
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Fasi Uddin Mir
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Hyderabad, Telangana, India
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Fasi Uddin’s Answer
Hi Malachi,
It's great that you're considering a dual role as a teacher and esports coach. This is definitely doable, especially in a school setting.
Many schools have teachers who also coach esports, similar to how they might coach a sports team or lead a club. Your plan is realistic but depends on the school's resources and the status of their esports program.
Here's how the roles might look together:
As an elementary school teacher, your duties would include:
- Teaching subjects
- Managing the classroom and helping students learn
- Planning lessons and grading
As an esports coach, you might:
- Organize practice sessions
- Help students improve teamwork and decision-making
- Review gameplay and provide feedback
- Manage schedules, competitions, or events
Coaching often happens before or after school, adding to your workload.
Keep these points in mind:
- Time management is crucial since teaching is a full-time job. Balancing both roles requires good planning.
- School support varies. Some schools back esports fully, while others might not have a program yet. You might even help start one.
- For elementary levels, esports focuses on teamwork, basic skills, and fun rather than competition.
- It can be very rewarding, allowing you to connect with students who aren't into traditional sports.
Combining teaching and coaching can be busy but meaningful if you enjoy both education and gaming. You're considering a path that mixes mentorship, teamwork, and creativity, which is a strong combination.
Research schools or districts that already have esports programs to understand how they structure coaching roles.
Talk to a teacher or esports coach (if available) to learn about their daily schedule and responsibilities.
Explore basic coaching skills like communication, feedback, and team management.
Look into youth esports programs to understand how coaching differs for younger students.
Consider how you would balance your time as a teacher and coach, and what kind of schedule would work for you.
It's great that you're considering a dual role as a teacher and esports coach. This is definitely doable, especially in a school setting.
Many schools have teachers who also coach esports, similar to how they might coach a sports team or lead a club. Your plan is realistic but depends on the school's resources and the status of their esports program.
Here's how the roles might look together:
As an elementary school teacher, your duties would include:
- Teaching subjects
- Managing the classroom and helping students learn
- Planning lessons and grading
As an esports coach, you might:
- Organize practice sessions
- Help students improve teamwork and decision-making
- Review gameplay and provide feedback
- Manage schedules, competitions, or events
Coaching often happens before or after school, adding to your workload.
Keep these points in mind:
- Time management is crucial since teaching is a full-time job. Balancing both roles requires good planning.
- School support varies. Some schools back esports fully, while others might not have a program yet. You might even help start one.
- For elementary levels, esports focuses on teamwork, basic skills, and fun rather than competition.
- It can be very rewarding, allowing you to connect with students who aren't into traditional sports.
Combining teaching and coaching can be busy but meaningful if you enjoy both education and gaming. You're considering a path that mixes mentorship, teamwork, and creativity, which is a strong combination.
Fasi Uddin recommends the following next steps:
Thank you for sharing your perspective.
Malachi
Jerry Tingstad
Professor/middle school teacher/48 years
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New York, New York
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Jerry’s Answer
First, start with Fasi Uddin’s Answer. There is a tremendous amount of information you can use.
The on thing I will add is to visit the elementary schools in your area, both pubic and private. Call and make appointments, have a list of questions on hand. In all probability, you will first meet with an administrator, and with some luck, perhaps a few teachers, and with more luck maybe a teacher or two who also does esports coaching.
And the more educators you converse with the more understanding you will have of the dynamics and time consumption involved.
And hopefully it will assist you in making decisions about your career choices.
And, of course, once you become an educator, you do not have to continue with the esports, as you may become involved with other matters that take precedence as you move on in life.
The on thing I will add is to visit the elementary schools in your area, both pubic and private. Call and make appointments, have a list of questions on hand. In all probability, you will first meet with an administrator, and with some luck, perhaps a few teachers, and with more luck maybe a teacher or two who also does esports coaching.
And the more educators you converse with the more understanding you will have of the dynamics and time consumption involved.
And hopefully it will assist you in making decisions about your career choices.
And, of course, once you become an educator, you do not have to continue with the esports, as you may become involved with other matters that take precedence as you move on in life.
Jerry, thank you!
Malachi