WRO Instructor

MindBase Education; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An education organization in Abu Dhabi is looking for a Robotics Instructor to train student teams for the World Robot Olympiad. The role involves delivering structured training sessions using LEGO SPIKE Prime and EV3 platforms, focusing on technical aspects and competition-specific preparations. Ideal candidates will hold a degree in STEM education or engineering, have hands-on expertise with relevant platforms, and possess strong communication skills. The position offers the chance to inspire young learners and foster teamwork.

Qualifications

• Degree or professional background in STEM education, engineering, or a related field.
• Hands-on expertise with LEGO Education SPIKE Prime and EV3 platforms.
• Solid understanding of WRO rules, age divisions, scoring, and judging rubrics.

Responsibilities

• Deliver structured sessions on robot design and motor/sensor integration.
• Prepare students for WRO-specific missions.
• Run simulation exercises to mirror match challenges.

Skills

Hands-on expertise with LEGO SPIKE Prime

Knowledge of WRO rules

Strong communication skills

Teamwork motivation

Education

Degree in STEM education or engineering

Tools

LEGO EV3

Python

Job description

Job Purpose

To train student teams participating in the World Robot Olympiad (WRO) covering both technical and strategic aspects of the competition. The instructor will focus on handson training using LEGO SPIKE Prime and EV3 platforms coaching students through build cycles coding tasks and realtime troubleshooting.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver structured sessions on robot design motor/sensor integration and algorithmic problemsolving
• Prepare students for WROspecific missions (RoboMission Future Innovators etc.)
• Run simulation exercises to mirror actual match challenges
• Support with documentation and video submissions where required
• Track student progress and provide final readiness assessments

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree or professional background in STEM education engineering or a related field
• Handson expertise with LEGO Education SPIKE Prime and EV3 platforms
• Solid understanding of WRO rules age divisions scoring and judging rubrics

Desirable

• Prior experience coaching or competing in WRO FIRST LEGO League or similar robotics events
• Proficiency in Python for robotics control and data logging
• Strong classroom management communication and motivational skills
• Demonstrated ability to inspire young learners and foster teamwork