Upper School Robotics Associate Coach

St. Stephen • Alexandria, VA

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About The Position

The Upper School FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC) Associate Robotics Coach supports and mentors a robotics team of students in grades 9–12. The role supports students in designing, constructing, and programming robots for competition in a themed-field game played as part of a three-team alliance. The coach helps foster a positive and inclusive team culture, collaborates with team members on strategies, and emphasizes critical thinking, creativity, problem-solving, leadership, and student confidence and belonging. The position also involves providing technical guidance, helping students learn through experience, and supporting team administration, safety, fundraising, and sponsorship efforts.

The competition season runs January through April. Regular participation in after-school practices is expected Monday through Friday, from 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM, with some flexibility based on availability. The coach attends 2–4 weekend competitions during the competition season. Pre-season activities take place November through December, 2–3 days per week, with some scheduling flexibility. The stipend is $7,500.

Nice To Haves

• Technical expertise relevant to supporting a robotics team.
• Applicants may come from backgrounds including FIRST alumni, community members, parents, teachers, professionals, and college students.

Responsibilities

• Guide and mentor the team while promoting Gracious Professionalism and FIRST Core Values.
• Instruct and support team members in robot design, construction, and programming.
• Collaborate on competition strategies and emphasize problem-solving abilities.
• Conduct practice sessions and attend weekend events, providing guidance and technical support.
• Manage administrative tasks, including paperwork, permission slips, and student registration.
• Ensure activities adhere to safety guidelines and competition rules.
• Maintain records of team activities, designs, and results.
• Assist in fundraising and seek sponsorship opportunities.
• Help students build leadership and problem-solving skills, belonging, and self-confidence.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed