MentorAt — Gamers Academy

Opportunity Summary 

The coaching and mentoring role at Gamers Academy involves guiding adolescents athletes in both athletic development and personal growth. Responsibilities include leading warm ups and drills, organizing scrimmages, and providing constructive technique feedback. Coaches also foster teamwork, resilience, and confidence by offering encouragement, emotional support, and recognition of progress and achievements. The position requires patience, adaptability, and the ability to connect with a diverse group of players to create a supportive and motivating environment.

Opportunity Learning Outcomes 

By the end of this opportunity, students will have learned leadership and communication skills by guiding and motivating adolescent athletes. They will develop patience, adaptability, and problem solving abilities through working with a diverse group of players. Students will have gained the ability to provide constructive feedback, foster teamwork, and build supportive relationships.

Opportunity Training 

The training for this position consists of an orientation to the facility, including a walkthrough of equipment locations and practice spaces. New coaches and mentors are introduced to the structure of practices so they can effectively assist during drills, warm up, and scrimmages.

Opportunity Application Instructions 

Not at this time.

Program 
Service Learning
Location Type 
On-site
Location 
United States
Expected Hours 
HoursDuration
20hours per placement
Students required to have a personal vehicle 
No
Fees students may incur with this opportunity 
No Fees will be incurred by students
This opportunity provides some form of compensation 
No
Opportunity Availability 
Ongoing