Robotics Co-coach

Cristo Rey Jesuit High School Milwaukee; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Cristo Rey Jesuit High School Milwaukee seeks a Robotics Co-coach to support the school’s robotics team and STEM activities. You will plan practices with the lead coach, teach foundational robotics concepts, and guide students in robot design and programming.

Responsibilities include maintaining equipment and fostering teamwork in a supportive learning environment. The role emphasizes safe hands-on learning, collaboration with staff, and preparing students for competitions and events in

Qualifications

• Strong foundational knowledge in robotics and STEM, with experience in educational or extracurricular settings.
• Ability to teach coding fundamentals using block-based or text-based languages.
• Clear and supportive communication with high school students and staff.
• Experience in training, coaching, or mentoring youth with hands-on learning.
• Commitment to serving students with limited financial means and diverse backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Teach foundational robotics concepts and programming to students.
• Supervise safe use of tools and equipment.
• Guide robot design and programming with the team.
• Prepare the team for competitions and events.
• Organize practice schedules and equipment maintenance.
• Communicate with students, staff, and families to ensure inclusive participation.
• Foster problem-solving, creativity, and teamwork in STEM activities.

Skills

Robotics knowledge

STEM teaching

Clear communication

Youth mentoring

Organizational skills

Safety supervision

Competitive robotics exposure

Engineering/CS background

Education

Education in engineering/CS or related field

Tools

FIRST/VEX robotics platforms

Job description

Cristo Rey Jesuit High School Milwaukee is part of a national network of 38 Catholic, college preparatory high schools serving students with limited financial means. The school combines rigorous academics with real-world professional experience through its Corporate Work Study Program, preparing learners for success in college and future careers. Open to young people of all faiths, the school emphasizes spiritual development alongside academic and professional growth. Since welcoming its first class in 2015, Cristo Rey Jesuit High School Milwaukee has focused on empowering graduates with the skills, values, and confidence needed to thrive beyond high school.

Role Description

The Robotics Co-coach is a contract, on-site role based in Milwaukee, WI,

supporting the school’s robotics team and STEM-focused activities. This role collaborates with the lead coach to plan and facilitate practices, guide students in robot design and programming, and prepare the team for competitions and events. Daily responsibilities include teaching foundational robotics and programming concepts, supervising safe use of tools and equipment, and fostering problem-solving, creativity, and teamwork among students. The Co-coach also helps organize schedules, maintain equipment, and communicate with students, staff, and families to ensure positive, inclusive participation. This position contributes to building a supportive learning environment where students can grow technical skills and confidence in STEM.

Qualifications

• Strong foundational knowledge in robotics and STEM, with experience applying these concepts in educational or extracurricular settings.
• Programming skills relevant to educational robotics platforms (such as block-based or text-based languages) and an ability to teach coding fundamentals.
• Clear and supportive communication skills, including the ability to explain technical topics to high school students and collaborate with school staff.
• Experience in training, coaching, or mentoring youth, with a focus on hands-on learning, safety, and inclusive team-building.
• Commitment to the mission of serving students of limited financial means and diverse faith backgrounds, and modeling respect for all community members.
• Organizational skills to plan practices, track progress, and manage equipment in a structured, reliable manner.
• Prior experience with competitive robotics programs (e.g., FIRST, VEX, or similar) is preferred but not required.
• Relevant education or experience in engineering, computer science, technology education, or a related field is beneficial.