High School Robotics Coach — Build, Code, Compete

Pope Saint John Paul II Preparatory School; Hendersonville (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Pope Saint John Paul II Preparatory School is seeking a High School Robotics Head Coach to develop and lead a dynamic robotics program. The role focuses on guiding students in designing, building, and programming robots for competition while fostering a team culture grounded in perseverance, creativity, and integrity.

The position requires availability for afternoon practices and some night and weekend travel for competitions, with a strong emphasis on mentoring students in STEM skills and

Qualifications

• Leadership of robotics program aligned with the school's mission and values.
• Background or interest in robotics, engineering, or computer science.
• Commitment to helping students grow as problem solvers, innovators, and team members.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all aspects of the robotics program, including practices, design reviews, programming, and competition preparation.
• Promote the robotics program within the school community, ensuring alignment with JPII’s mission and values.
• Organize and oversee youth outreach, robotics clinics, and summer programs to promote interest and build a pipeline of student participation.
• Build connections with middle school students to encourage early engagement in robotics and STEM.

Job description

Description

Pope Saint John Paul II Preparatory School is seeking a High School Robotics Head Coach who will be responsible for developing and leading a dynamic robotics program that aligns with the school’s mission and values. This position requires a background or interest in robotics, engineering, or computer science, and a passion for helping students grow as problem solvers, innovators, and team members. The Robotics Coach will guide students in designing, building, and programming robots for competition, while fostering a positive, collaborative team culture that emphasizes perseverance, creativity, and integrity. The position requires availability for afternoon practices and some night and weekend travel for competitions.

Requirements

• Serve as the leader of the robotics program and a positive role model for students.
• Promote the robotics program within the school community, ensuring alignment with JPII’s mission and values.
• Lead and manage all aspects of the robotics program, including practices, design reviews, programming, and competition preparation.
• Support students in applying STEM skills such as coding, engineering design, electronics, and project management.
• Manage program operations, including tools, equipment, scheduling, travel, and budgeting, in coordination with school administration.
• Organize and oversee youth outreach, robotics clinics, and summer programs to promote interest and build a pipeline of student participation.
• Build connections with middle school students to encourage early engagement in robotics and STEM.
• Foster a team culture rooted in collaboration, creativity, respect, and the school’s mission.
• Support students in balancing academic and extracurricular responsibilities to ensure strong performance in both.
• Maintain relationships with robotics organizations and competition networks to ensure opportunities for student growth.