Packer’s Middle School Robotics Coach is responsible for fostering development in students of diverse age, skill, and experience levels. In addition to supporting students at team competitions, the coach facilitates twice weekly practices for the Middle School team members. Coaches may also be asked to perform various duties as needed to support the overall functioning of the robotics program.

Essential Functions

• Co-facilitating regular Middle School team practices two days per week
• Attending additional practice sessions as needed to prepare students for competitions
• Chaperoning weekend robotics tournaments
• Serving as a judge and/or providing coaching during competitions
• Cultivating positive working relationships with administrators, parents/guardians, and students
• Continuing to reinforce and ensure alignment with Packer’s priorities around diversity, equity, racial and economic justice
• Taking all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities
• Reporting all student injuries, accidents, and illnesses as soon as possible
• Participating in and maintaining order during periodic fire safety drills
• Providing additional support as needed
• Facilitating the best possible experience and supporting the personal goals of each student.

Qualifications

• A working knowledge of robotics systems, programming, and competition formats (e.g., FIRST LEGO League, VEX Robotics)
• A bachelor's degree (or current enrollment in a college program)
• Minimum 2 years of competition experience in high-school and/or college robotics (preferred)
• Availability to work evenings and weekends, including occasional overnights
• Excellent verbal, written, organization, and management skills
• Familiarity with local and regional norms, as well as national robotics competitions
• Patience, enthusiasm, and versatility working with students of all skill levels

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