Robotics Program Lead & Mentor | FRC

Kipp-Schools; San Lorenzo (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

KIPP Northern California is seeking a Robotics Lead Mentor to guide the FIRST Robotics Competition program at KIPP King Collegiate and related schools. You will design year-round activities, mentor students and volunteers, and ensure safe, high-quality engineering experiences that build STEM confidence.

You will plan seasonal schedules, lead technical instruction, coordinate travel and competitions, manage partnerships with families and community groups, and uphold FIRST Robotics and school

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of experience mentoring, coaching, teaching, or leading a FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC) team or comparable STEM program.
• Experience leading project-based learning or engineering instruction with high school students.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Leads the planning and execution of the FIRST Robotics Competition program, ensuring students participate in a structured, engaging, and high-quality robotics experience throughout the year.
• Develops seasonal plans, practice schedules, competition preparation, and outreach activities that maximize student learning, teamwork, and competitive readiness.
• Implements program improvements informed by student outcomes, mentor feedback, and evolving FIRST Robotics best practices.
• Leads technical instruction in engineering design, programming, fabrication, and robotics systems so students build the skills necessary to compete safely.
• Coordinates participation in all competitions, preseason events, and outreach opportunities, ensuring students are prepared academically, technically, and behaviorally.
• Develops a team culture that promotes collaboration, perseverance, inclusion, academic responsibility, and gracious professionalism.
• Coordinates volunteer mentors by aligning responsibilities with individual expertise and ensuring consistent support for student learning and team operations.
• Develops strong partnerships with families, school staff, community organizations, and competition partners that strengthen student participation and program sustainability.
• Implements communication systems that keep families and stakeholders informed about practices, competitions, travel, and program expectations.
• Manages robotics facilities, equipment, tools, and materials to ensure safe, organized, and effective program operations.
• Implements safety procedures, required certifications, and student training so all activities comply with FIRST Robotics, school, and district requirements.
• Coordinates travel logistics, facility reservations, equipment inventory, and operational planning that support successful competitions and events.
• Manages the robotics program budget, monitoring expenditures and ensuring resources are allocated effectively to support student learning and competition goals.
• Coordinates fundraising and grant opportunities with the Robotics Club Advisor and school leadership to sustain and expand program opportunities.
• Maintains accurate inventories of robotics equipment, tools, and supplies to ensure responsible stewardship of program resources.

Skills

Mentoring

Engineering instruction

Project management

Communication

Leadership

Safety procedures

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

CAD software

3D printing

CNC routers

Job description

KIPP Northern California is seeking a Robotics Lead Mentor to guide the FIRST Robotics Competition program at KIPP King Collegiate and related schools. You will design year-round activities, mentor students and volunteers, and ensure safe, high-quality engineering experiences that build STEM confidence.

You will plan seasonal schedules, lead technical instruction, coordinate travel and competitions, manage partnerships with families and community groups, and uphold FIRST Robotics and school