Robotics Coach-High School

North Wasco County School District 21•The Dalles, OR

16h•Onsite

About The Position

District Focus North Wasco County School District is pleased to announce that we are seeking qualified applicants for the position of Robotics Coach-High School. We are very proud of our District's co-curricular programs which provides the best experiences possible for the children of our community. Thank you for seeking this opportunity to be part of our team. District Mission: “Educating each student to the highest standards while motivating them to reach their fullest potential and graduating them to be college, career and life ready.” NWASCO Online: www.nwasco.k12.or.us Application Process: All application materials must be submitted electronically, as part of your TalentEd/Recruit & Hire application. Include the following supplemental documents: Cover Letter Completed Coaching/Extra Duty Application Two (2) recent letters of reference. The Robotics Coach will guide and support high school students in designing, building, programming, and testing robots for VEX Robotics competitions. The successful candidate should have experience working with robotics students, preparing teams for competition, and supervising students visiting at VEX events. Responsibilities include organizing practices, promoting teamwork and problem-solving, maintaining a safe and inclusive learning environment, and accompanying students to competitions. The position may require evening and weekend commitments and travel to regional, state, national, and world competitions, including possible out-of-state travel.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent.
Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance
District drug screening clearance
Vector Trainings
Satisfactory results of Drug screening tests for any illegal drug or substance classified in Schedules I through V under the Federal Controlled Substances Act, 21 U.S.C. 811 to 812. This includes, but is not limited to, marijuana, mind-altering substances or narcotic drugs such as hallucinogens, amphetamines, barbiturates, or any other illegal drug or controlled substance, except those federally recognized as legally prescribed by a physician and used as directed.
Satisfactory Criminal history verification- a background check for any convictions directly related to the duties and responsibilities of the position.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual/Bi-Cultural applicants are highly desirable, and encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Provide the leadership and organization of assigned program grades 9-12.
Lead in establishing an environment in which student can gain self-esteem and develop a positive self-image.
Direct the promotion of a sportsmanship, a winning attitude and commitment to student academic success.
Guide and support high school students in designing, building, programming, and testing robots for VEX Robotics competitions.
Prepare teams for competition.
Supervise students visiting at VEX events.
Organize practices.
Promote teamwork and problem-solving.
Maintain a safe and inclusive learning environment.
Accompany students to competitions.