High School Robotics Coach: Lead Build, Code & Compete

Archdiocese of Detroit; Allen Park (MI); On-site; USD 3,000 - 6,000; Part time

Job summary

Cabrini High School in Allen Park, MI is seeking a Robotics Coach to lead the high school robotics team. You will mentor students in designing, building, and competing with robots, while fostering teamwork, problem-solving, and professionalism.

This role emphasizes hands-on robotics, coding exploration, and empowering students to turn ideas into working solutions. The coach will schedule meets, coordinate logistics for competitions, supervise student activities, and maintain equipment.

Qualifications

• Experience in robotics, coding, STEM education, or related field.
• Ability to teach technical concepts in an engaging, age-appropriate way.
• Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills.
• Be a positive role model for students and lead by example; kindness and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Serve as liaison between team members, mentors, parents and staff; communicate expectations and opportunities.
• Schedule and coordinate meets and competitions, including travel arrangements and logistics.
• Supervise and guide students in robot design, building, configuring, programming and testing.
• Guide students as they develop ideas and solve challenges.
• Prepare the team for competitions and attend events.
• Create a safe, welcoming environment for all students.
• Communicate practice schedules and team details to families and staff.
• Maintain robotics equipment, supplies, and workspace.
• Coordinate with staff and volunteers to support activities.
• Follow school policies for supervision and safety.
• Track team income and expenses; manage budget.
• Send regular parent communications and engage guardians.

Skills

Robotics experience

Teaching ability

Communication

Leadership

Job description

Cabrini High School in Allen Park, MI is seeking a Robotics Coach to lead the high school robotics team. You will mentor students in designing, building, and competing with robots, while fostering teamwork, problem-solving, and professionalism.

This role emphasizes hands-on robotics, coding exploration, and empowering students to turn ideas into working solutions. The coach will schedule meets, coordinate logistics for competitions, supervise student activities, and maintain equipment.