Coach - Robotics Coach

Montgomery County Public School; Christiansburg (VA); On-site; USD 8,000 - 11,000; Part time

Job summary

Montgomery County Public Schools in Virginia seeks a robotics coach to co‑teach an evening Robotics 2/3 course for the 2026‑2027 year. Class meets 6:00–8:00 p.m. twice weekly at Christiansburg High School; eight‑week build season runs January–March.

The role involves project‑based lessons in programming, CAD, circuits, and engineering, plus supervising students building a FIRST robot and coordinating trips and fundraising.

Qualifications

• Must be a Montgomery County Public Schools' teacher.
• Ability to be dependable and punctual.
• Working knowledge of Java, C++, LabVIEW preferred.
• Familiarity with drafting/3D software and power tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and teach project-based lessons exposing students to programming, CAD, circuits, and engineering design.
• Supervise students as they design, build, and test a FIRST Robotics Competition robot.
• Assist in planning overnight trips to regional/national contests and organize a parent booster group.
• Support instructors with fundraising and logistics during the course.

Skills

Java

C++

LabVIEW

3D CAD

Math skills

Sculpture design

Physics/chemistry

OSHA training

Power tools

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

AutoCAD

3D Studio Max

Job description

Montgomery County School District [VA] District Wide - Christiansburg, Virginia Open in Google Maps

Coach - Robotics Coach

Montgomery County School District [VA] District Wide - Christiansburg, Virginia Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Montgomery County Public Schools - VA

Job Details

Job ID: 5940837

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 25, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY

Montgomery County Public Schools in Virginia is accepting applications for a robotics coach to co‑teach the Robotics 2/3 evening course for the 2026-2027 school year. The robotics course will meet twice per week from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. in the robotics classroom at Christiansburg High School. Additionally, the robotics instructor will help oversee the workshop during an eight-week long "build season" each evening from the first week in January through thefirst week in March.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The robotics coach will assist in developing and teaching project-based lessons that expose students to programming, computer-aided design, circuits, metal fabrication, and the engineering design process. The robotics coach will supervisor high school students as they design, build, and test a FIRST Robotics Competition robot (www.usfirst.org/frc). The robotics coach will also assist in planning and organizing overnight trips to regional and national competitions and assist instructors with organizing a parent booster group and fundraising.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be a Montgomery County Public Schools' teacher
• Ability to be dependable and punctual

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Working knowledge of modern programming language such as Java, C++, or the LabView programming environment
• Knowledge of drafting or 3D animation software such as Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD, or 3D Studio Max
• Operating knowledge of stationary and portable power tools (mill, lathe, band saw, welder, drill driver, grinder, etc.)
• Ability to solve high level math problems
• Experience in sculpture/design
• Experience in physics and/or chemistry
• OSHA safety training

PAY RATE: Teacher will receive supplemental pay for teaching an additional class worth 0.17 of their base salary.

The coaching assignment is a supplemental assignment for a designated period and is compensated in accordance with the School Board-approved supplement schedule. It is not a separate salaried position. The supplement compensates the individual for fulfilling the responsibilities associated with the designated coaching assignment within the designated period. Appointment to a coaching assignment does not guarantee appointment or reappointment to the same or any other coaching assignment in a subsequent season or school year.

FLSA: Exempt

CLOSING DATE: Open until filled

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY & TITLE IX NONDISCRIMINATION

Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, selection, hiring, compensation, promotion, retention, or other personnel actions on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, political affiliation, veteran status, genetic information (including family medical history), or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal or state law.

MCPS does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its education programs or activities, including employment, as required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and applicable federal regulations.

Applicants who require reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or hiring process should contact the MCPS Human Resources Department at [phone].

Employment Equal Opportunity and Nondiscrimination Inquiries:
Director of Human Resources
Montgomery County Public Schools
750 Imperial Street SE
Christiansburg, VA 24073
[phone], ext. 1067
[e-mail]

Title IX Inquiries and Reports of Discrimination or Harassment:
Title IX Coordinator, Office of Compliance
Montgomery County Public Schools
750 Imperial Street SE
Christiansburg, VA 24073
[phone]
[e-mail]

Inquiries regarding the application of Title IX may also be referred to the U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights.

Position Type: Part‑Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Susan Compton , HR Specialist and Administrative Asst to HR Director
• School Board Office
• Christiansburg, Virginia 24073
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]