Robotics Team Assistant Coach

Roeper; Birmingham (MI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

The Roeper School in Birmingham, MI seeks a Part-time Seasonal Robotics Assistant Coach for the Middle and Upper School. You will assist the Robotics Head Coach with planning practices, coordinate logistics for competitions, and support students in a collaborative, inclusive environment.

Practices run after school from 3:30 PM to 6:00 PM, 2–3 times weekly with weekend events; position runs mid-September through May. This is a seasonal, part-time role with a $17/hour rate.

Qualifications

• Experience coaching or mentoring robotics teams.
• Ability to manage after-school practices and activities.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety and student development.

Responsibilities

• Coach and motivate robotics teams.
• Support students in the robotics program.
• Collaborate with Head Coach to develop the robotics program.
• Maintain practice spaces and equipment; inventory team resources.
• Assist in reviewing budget and expenditures.
• Coordinate logistics for home and away tournaments and events.
• Maintain roster and communicate with participants and families.
• Ensure safety training and protocol compliance.
• Contribute to a diverse, inclusive program culture.

Skills

Instructional skills

Communication skills

Collaborative approach

Cultural competency

Teamwork

Programming

Tools

Vex IQ robotics

CAD

Robotics programming

Job description

Robotics Assistant Coach – Middle and Upper School

The Roeper School is where gifted students love to learn. At Roeper we are outstanding educators, teachers, and professionals who use our skills to nurture growth and encourage lifelong learning. We are individuals who lead in the classroom and guide our students with respect following the mission and philosophy of the school. Be part of the staff that educates and inspires learners in a student-centric, creative, collaborative educational environment.

Roeper is currently recruiting for a Part-time Seasonal Robotics Assistant Coach for both the Middle and Upper School.

Position Summary

The role of the Robotics Assistant Coach is to assist the Roeper Robotics Head Coach with planning and organizing Robotics Team related practices and activities, including coordinating logistics for robotics competitions, tournaments, and events. The Assistant coach will assist students in the program while the Head Coach oversees the program as a whole.

Practice times are after school from 3:30 PM to 6:00 PM on the Birmingham Campus with occasional later practices in heavier times of the season. It is expected that the Assistant Coach will attend 2-3 practices per week plus weekend competitions.

This seasonal position runs from mid-September through May.

Key Responsibilities

• Coach, instruct and motivate robotics teams
• Support students participating in the robotics program
• Contribute to the development of the robotics program through collaborative work with the Head Coach
• Assist in maintaining practice spaces and equipment; assist in inventory of team resources.
• Assist Head Coach with review of budget and expenditures
• Support the coordination of logistics for both at home and away tournaments and events (e.g. permission slip and payment collection, food organization, etc.)
• Maintain roster of participating students
• Communicate to the team with the support and guidance of the Head Coach
• Maintain effective communication with students, families teachers, colleagues and administration.
• Support Head coach in ordering, organizing, and maintaining team supplies
• Complete CPR, First Aid, concussion awareness and other safety related training designated by Roeper
• Follow all health and safety protocols. Be aware of location of first aid supplies and emergency contact information
• Facilitate the social and emotional development of the students; demonstrate care and consideration of each student.
• Utilizes skills to contribute to the School’s goal of providing a multicultural and culturally relevant program, in accordance with Roeper's commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and justice

Skills

• Demonstrated instructional and communication skills
• Comfort with Vex IQ robotics and programming a plus
• Comfort with CAD, machining, and programming a plus
• Ability to form collaborative work relationships
• Demonstrated commitment to cultural competency work and to perform responsibilities in accordance with Roeper's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• A collegial approach and congenial temperament in line with Roeper School’s “collaborative culture” characterized by diversity and teamwork.

Salary Consideration

This is a seasonal part-time position with an hourly rate of $17/hour. Days of work are flexible, but must be consistent each week.

Prospective applicants in need of a reasonable accommodation to use the online employment application system may contact Human Resources at 248-203-7300 for assistance.

The Roeper School is an equal opportunity employer. In alignment with The Roeper School’s mission and commitment to belonging, we welcome applicants who bring diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds that strengthen our school community. Learn more at www.roeper.org .

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