Schedule B - Robotics Team Advisor (Elementary)

Young World Physical Education; Howell (MI); On-site; USD 3,300 - 6,700; Part time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education seeks a part-time Robotics Team Advisor for Northwest Elementary School in Howell, Michigan. The role will coordinate FIRST Lego League for young students, involving activities such as managing teams, organizing competitions, and recruiting volunteers.

The successful candidate will support students in STEM activities and ensure proper training and resources for successful participation in robotics competitions. Additional responsibilities include planning events and securing sponsorships.

Qualifications

• Citizenship, residency, or work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee FIRST Lego League for students.
• Recruit mentors/coaches and parent volunteers.
• Organize travel and facilitate payment for competitions.
• Manage team budget and supply orders.
• Recruit mentors and volunteers and handle paperwork.
• Coordinate travel and event logistics for competitions.
• Document progress and assist curriculum integration.

Skills

FIRST Lego League mentoring

Budgeting

Fundraising

Job description

Schedule B - Robotics Team Advisor (Elementary)

Howell Public Schools Northwest Elementary School — Howell, Michigan

Job Details

Job ID: 5711914

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: May 13, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Reports to: Building Principal, NorthwestElementary School

Beginning: 2025/2026 School Year

Overview: Serve as Robotics Team Advisor for an elementary school by coordinating and overseeing FIRST Lego League, Jr. (Kindergarten-2nd grade students) and FIRST Lego League (3rd-5th grade students).

Responsibilities

• Pre-Season (May - August)
  • Read, understand and follow FIRST Coach/Mentor Handbook.
  • Inventory materials and tools and order supplies needed including tri-folds for Core Values poster.
  • Create team budget for upcoming year for FLL and JrFLL.
  • Obtain sponsorships, write grants, fundraise.
  • Recruit mentors/coaches (3 per team), parent volunteers and new students.
  • Host a team formation meeting in May that highlights the expectations and responsibilities of membership.
  • Secure all needed forms from volunteers and students and update necessary paperwork for the upcoming season.
  • Register and pay for team via FIRST at the current cost of $225 per team.
  • Order field setup kit the current cost of $75 once registration is paid (FLL only).
  • Schedule outreach activities to promote STEM opportunities and inspire others to join.
  • Organize and hold kickoff event for new challenge with solid understanding of current year's theme.
  • Establish a snack/beverage rotation for parents.
• Build Season (September - December)
  • View challenge videos of Project, Core Values, and Robot with students and coaches.
  • Set build schedule in accordance with coaches and teacher’s availability.
  • Organize and assign volunteers as needed.
  • Order additional robot supplies and project materials needed for current challenge theme.
  • Oversee team design and programming of robot and provide resources as needed.
  • Take photos of each team member and coaches and print them for Core Values poster.
  • Obtain and organize sponsor logos for current year's t-shirt design and communicate with graphic artist.
  • Design and order team t-shirts by making modifications as needed.
  • Oversee the documentation of the design/build of robot using an engineering notebook.
  • Schedule and register for applicable competition event.
  • Facilitate practice of judges interviews and project challenge presentations.
  • Conduct team building experiences and print photos for Core Values poster.
  • Assist students with project research as needed.
  • Facilitate the electronic sign up of students on www.firstinspires.org and create electronic roster.
  • Order team swag and/or spirit items, such as hats, in preparation for competition.
• Competition Season (November - December)
  • Coordinate travel for team members and parents if needed.
  • Facilitate payment for competition event.
  • Secure and bring all needed forms for competition events.
  • Bring robot equipment, pit supplies, and project supplies to and from events.
  • Attend all FIRST team events and competitions.
  • Coach students through the judging process during competition.
  • Facilitate semi-pro group photos of team.
• Post-Season
  • Thank sponsors, mentors, parents.
  • Organize team banquet.
  • Student recognition/Team awards.
  • Organize any post season robotics demonstrations.
• Coordinate with other HPS Robotics Team Advisors as needed.
• Support curriculum integration, as needed.
• Serve on Robotics Advisory Board, as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Wage

Stipend, per HEA Master Agreement

Position Type

Part-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.