Coach - Robotics Coach

Montgomery County Public Schools • Christiansburg, VA

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About The Position

Montgomery County Public Schools in Virginia is accepting applications for a robotics coach to co-teach the Robotics 2/3 evening course for the 2024-2025 school year. The robotics course will meet twice per week from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. in the robotics classroom at Christiansburg High School. Additionally, the robotics instructor will help oversee the workshop during a six-week long 'build season' each evening from the first week in January through the third week in February. This position is open to MCPS teachers only. The robotics coach will assist in developing and teaching project-based lessons that expose students to programming, computer-aided design, circuits, metal fabrication, and the engineering design process. The robotics coach will supervise high school students as they design, build, and test a FIRST Robotics Competition robot. The robotics coach will also assist in planning and organizing overnight trips to regional and national competitions and assist instructors with organizing a parent booster group and fundraising.

Requirements

• Must be a Montgomery County Public Schools' teacher.
• Ability to be dependable and punctual.

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of modern programming languages such as Java, C++, or LabView.
• Knowledge of drafting or 3D animation software such as Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD, or 3D Studio Max.
• Operating knowledge of stationary and portable power tools (mill, lathe, band saw, welder, drill driver, grinder, etc.).
• Ability to solve high level math problems.
• Experience in sculpture/design.
• Experience in physics and/or chemistry.
• OSHA safety training.

Responsibilities

• Co-teach the Robotics 2/3 evening course.
• Develop and teach project-based lessons in programming, CAD, circuits, metal fabrication, and engineering design.
• Supervise high school students in designing, building, and testing a FIRST Robotics Competition robot.
• Oversee the workshop during the six-week build season.
• Plan and organize overnight trips to regional and national competitions.
• Assist in organizing a parent booster group and fundraising.

Benefits

• Supplemental pay equal to 17% of base salary.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees