Title: Upper School Robotics Assistant Coach

Competition Season: January Through April

Practice Schedule: After School Mondays through Fridays, occasional weekends

Times: 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM

Competitions: 2 - 4 weekend competitions during the competition season

Pre-Season: Nov - Dec (meets 2 -3 days per week, negotiable)

Stipend: $7,500

The Upper School FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC) Assistant Robotics Coach plays a crucial role in guiding and mentoring a robotics team of students in grades 9-12. This position involves leading and supporting team members in the design, construction, and programming of robots for competition in an action-packed game on a themed field as part of a three-team alliance. The coach fosters a positive and inclusive team culture, collaborates with team members to develop and refine strategies, and emphasizes critical thinking and creativity.

Essential duties include:

Leading and mentoring the team, promoting Gracious Professionalism and FIRST Core Values.
Instructing and supporting team members in robot design, construction, and programming.
Collaborating on competition strategies and emphasizing problem-solving abilities.
Conducting practice sessions and attending weekend events, providing guidance and technical support.
Handling administrative tasks such as managing paperwork, permission slips, and student registration.
Ensuring activities adhere to safety guidelines and competition rules.
Maintaining records of team activities, designs, and results.
Assisting in fundraising and seeking sponsorship opportunities.

A good coach brings technical expertise to the team, provides opportunities for students to learn through experience, and helps build their leadership and problem-solving skills, as well as their sense of belonging and self-confidence. Mentors and coaches can come from various backgrounds, including FIRST alumni, community members, parents, teachers, professionals, and college students.

Interested applicants should apply through the SSSAS website at https://www.sssas.org/about-us/employment

For more information, please contact Mike Mallett, Upper School Director at mmallett@sssas.org

St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School

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