Robotics Coach

General Summary:

Collegiate seeks a part-time FLL Robotics coach for its Middle School afterschool robotics program.

Essential Duties:

• Responsible for coaching one 5 th grade team of approximately 10 students and one 6 th grade team of approximately 10 students;
• Liaise with parents, school administrators, and nursing staff about participation at events for members of robotics team;
• Manage the behavior of students as well as instructing them in the technical aspects of FLL robotics.
• Deliver a structured robotics curriculum, answering all robotics-related questions, filling in any gaps in understanding;
• Provide appropriate lessons based on student learning levels/ages with a balanced mix of new concepts, exercises and personalized feedback;
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Time Commitment / Schedule:

• Each team meets twice a week, Tuesdays/Thursdays and Mondays/Wednesdays;
• The coach is expected to be at school from 3:15 - 5:15; class time is 3:30 - 5:00.
• The coach is expected to attend weekend competitions throughout the season, and beyond if the teams qualify.

Education and Experience:

Must possess a minimum of three years of robotics coaching experience. The ideal candidate will possess experience working with 5th and 6th graders (10-12 years old).

Special Requirements:

• Must be able to complete a background check and complete mandatory safety trainings.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability and willingness to participate fully in a dynamic day school located in New York City;
• Extensive knowledge of robotics;
• Ability to deliver engaging lessons to middle school-aged students;
• Excellent communication skills, both orally and in writing;
• Ability to multitask, keep calm under pressure and treat everyone with respect;
• Displays curiosity, a positive attitude, flexibility and a good sense of humor;
• Ability to follow all policies and procedures of the School as written in the employee and parent handbooks.