Middle School Robotics Coach

Overview:

The Middle School Robotics Coach will be responsible for leading and managing the school’s robotics team throughout the competition season and limited off-season preparation. While the middle school team will only participate in one official competition, the role involves team preparation, technical mentorship, event coordination, and maintaining strong communication with students, families, and district staff. This stipend position provides a foundation for students interested in progressing to high school robotics programs.

Qualifications:

Demonstrated ability to recruit, engage, and mentor middle school students in STEM-based learning and competition preparation.
Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
Ability to coordinate with local sponsors, community volunteers, and district personnel.
Willingness to foster inclusivity, equity, and belonging within the team environment.
Capable of organizing team meetings, handling event registration and logistics, and coordinating transportation and supervision for competition day.
Able to oversee safety training and ensure all participants follow proper equipment and lab protocols.
Willingness to maintain and manage robotics materials, inventory, and team documentation.
Experience or interest in working with grants and sponsor relations (recommended, not required).
Enthusiastic about inspiring young learners to explore engineering, programming, teamwork, and problem-solving.

Time Commitment:

Season Duration: Typically begins in late summer (August/September) and continues through the scheduled competition (usually December).
Competition Participation: One official middle school robotics competition; participation in scrimmages or demonstration events encouraged if available.
Weekly Time Expectation: Approximately 4–10 hours/week during the active season, including team meetings, build sessions, and preparation. Additional time might be required the week of competition.
Off-Season (Optional): Inventory review, equipment maintenance, and preliminary planning for the next season may occur following the competition season, not to exceed 10 additional hours.

Responsibilities:

Plan and lead regular team meetings and build sessions.
Coordinate and supervise all aspects of the competition, including team registration, permissions, travel, and communication.
Promote a positive, inclusive, and encouraging environment for student participants.
Communicate regularly with parents/guardians and administration regarding schedules, expectations, and student progress.
Maintain robotics kits, tools, and any team-owned materials.
Ensure adherence to all school district policies and procedures related to extracurricular activities.

Compensation:

Currently listed in the WEA contract at .03 ($1,455 in 24/25)

There is also a stipend through FIRST that is ranges from $900 - $1500 (depending on State grant)

It is the policy of the Watervliet Public Schools that no person shall, on the basis of sex, religion, age,

marital status, race, color, national origin, ancestry, weight, height, or handicap be excluded from

participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination in employment or any

of its programs or activities.

Please email Dave Kindt : dkindt@watervlietps.org

Or : https://jobs.redroverk12.com/org/1002

MS Robotics Advisor/Coach