Robotics Coach/Mentor

Greenhills School•Ann Arbor, MI

5d•Onsite

About The Position

We seek compassionate and responsible adults to serve as robotics coding mentors in our after school-day Middle School FIRST Tech Challenge (MS FTC) and Upper School FIRST Robotics Challenge (US FRC) robotics program hosted at the Greenhills Arbor Hills Campus. The robotics program includes students from Middle School, grade 6,7,8 and Upper School, grades 9-12. Greenhills School is eager to consider applications from a diverse mix of talented, student-centered educators and role models who bring joy and good humor to our classrooms, fields, and offices, employ a broad array of effective instructional and mentoring methods, work collaboratively with colleagues, solicit and respond to student feedback, and commit to reflective practice and continual growth. We pride ourselves on being a warm and welcoming inclusive community.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years or older.
Must have or be willing to attend FIRST Mentor training and Greenhills staff training.
Must pass a criminal background check.
All prospective employees undergo fingerprint background checks through the FBI and the state police.
Contracts are not binding unless screening results are acceptable to Greenhills School.
Ideally, candidates will be able to work the complete Greenhills academic year from September through early June.
Knowledge in Java / Block coding
Experience with Android Studio / OnBot Java
Knowledge of Middle School FIRST Tech Challenge (MS FTC) and Upper School FIRST Robotics Challenge (US FRC) Control Systems and how to operate these systems
Knowledge of Middle School FIRST Tech Challenge (MS FTC) and Upper School FIRST Robotics Challenge (US FRC) Actuators / Sensors and how to implement these tools
Knowledge of Autonomous logic
Knowledge of Collaborative Software such as the Google Suite / GitHub

Responsibilities

Coordinate several coding sessions per week during the MS and US build season (September to May)
Communicate with students/families about all team activities
Ensure the safety and well-being of all children at all times. Keep student well-being front and center.
Create an atmosphere where students feel valued and cared for so that they can take intellectual risks
Support children's emotional and social development through positive interactions.
Maintain a clean, safe, organized, and child-friendly shop environment.
Communicate promptly with school staff regarding any concerns or incidents.
Follow all safety, emergency, and health procedures diligently.
Promote inclusion, cooperation, and respect among all children.
Inspect and immediately notify appropriate staff of any broken equipment or unsafe aspects with shop and equipment.
Expose students to new technologies, skills, and knowledge to increase their interest in science, technology, engineering, and math.
Demonstrate general management skills for students learning to code, and knowledge in helping students organize code (through a program like the Google Suite or GitHub).
Create opportunities for students to take on leadership roles on the team.
Help students improve their problem-solving skills.
Help students feel empowered.
Other duties as directed.