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Robotics Coach

Archdiocese of Detroit

  • Allen Park, Michigan
  • 4 days ago

    Highlights

    The coach will help students explore engineering, coding, and problem-solving while fostering a spirit of team teamwork, professionalism, confidence, and good sportsmanship. Engage and encourage parents/guardians to get involved in a variety of ways: provide food during build season, driving to competitions and events, volunteer, etc.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationAllen Park, Michigan
    Websitehttps://www.aod.org/careers

    Description

    Organization: Cabrini High School
    Location: Allen Park, MI
    Schedule: Determined by competition schedule
    Compensation: Stipend

    About the Position
    Cabrini High School is seeking an enthusiastic Robotics Coach to lead our High School robotics team. The coach will lead students to develop skills and knowledge to design, build, and successfully compete in competition. The coach will help students explore engineering, coding, and problem-solving while fostering a spirit of team teamwork, professionalism, confidence, and good sportsmanship. Help our students build skills, discover new interests, and bring their ideas to life!

    Responsibilities
    • Serve as the liaison between team members, volunteer mentors, parents and staff; clearly communicate expectations, updates and opportunities to all constituencies.
    • Schedule and coordinate meets and competitions, including travel arrangements and trip logistics
    • Supervise and guide students in robot design, building, configuring, programming and testing the robot to ensure successful performance.
    • Guide students as they develop their own ideas and work through challenges.
    • Prepare the team for competitions and attend scheduled events.
    • Create a safe, welcoming environment where every student can participate.
    • Communicate practice schedules, competition details, and team expectations to families and school staff.
    • Maintain robotics equipment, supplies, and the team workspace.
    • Coordinate with school staff and volunteers to support team activities.
    • Follow school policies for student supervision and safety.
    • Keep organized track of team income and expenses; efficiently manage team budget.
    • Send out regularly scheduled clear and concise parent/guardian communications; keep parents/guardians informed and engaged.
    • Engage and encourage parents/guardians to get involved in a variety of ways: provide food during build season, driving to competitions and events, volunteer, etc.
    Qualifications
    • Experience in robotics, coding, engineering, STEM education, or a related field.
    • Ability to teach technical concepts in an engaging, age-appropriate way.
    • Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills.
    • Be a positive role model for students and lead by example; display kindness, patience, and professionalism.
    • Availability for scheduled practices and competitions.
    • Willingness to complete required background screening and child protection training.
    • Prior teaching, coaching, or robotics competition experience is preferred. Familiarity with FIRST Robotics program is a plus.
    How to Apply
    Please attach your resume and a brief statement of interest to your application. Please email to Amy Keith-Wardlow at akeith-wardlow@cabriniparish.com

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