Robotics Instructor

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Role:

• Robot Engineer Extraordinaire: Create and lead exciting lessons where students dive into the world of robotics and coding, bringing their very own robots to life! Help them learn the fundamentals of building and programming robots that can move, think, and react.

• Tech Innovator: Lead hands-on sessions where students build their own robots using various kits and tools, while coding them to perform specific tasks like navigating mazes, dancing, or even solving problems.

• Coding Coach: Teach students how to write code that makes their robots move and interact with the environment. Show them how to use programming languages like Scratch, Python, or block-based coding platforms to control their creations.

• Design Visionary: Foster a fun, creative atmosphere where students experiment with building and programming robots. Encourage them to try new ideas, innovate, and collaborate with peers to solve challenges and complete robot missions.

• Robot Challenge Organizer: Guide students through a series of fun challenges that test their robot’s capabilities, culminating in a final competition or showcase where they can show off the robots they've built and programmed.

• Progress Mentor: Monitor and assess student progress, giving them constructive feedback to help them improve their coding and robotics skills. Celebrate their successes and guide them past any challenges.

• Parent Liaison: Keep parents or guardians in the loop on their child’s progress, class activities, and upcoming projects. Provide them with strategies to support their student’s robotics learning at home.

• Collaborative Teammate: Work with other teachers and staff to integrate robotics projects into broader educational experiences, helping students develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and teamwork skills.

• Organization Maestro: Manage student attendance, assignments, and assessments. Ensure that all materials and tools are available so students can focus on building their robots without missing a beat!

Qualifications:

• Robot Enthusiast: Experience with building and programming robots using kits like LEGO Mindstorms, VEX, or other robotics tools. Your hands-on experience will inspire students to get creative with their builds!

• Coding Geek: Familiarity with coding languages like Scratch, Python, or JavaScript. Be ready to teach students how to use code to control their robots and make them come to life!

• Teaching Passion: Experience working with students or in an educational setting is a plus. Your ability to connect with young learners will help them stay engaged and excited about robotics.

• Inventive Thinker: A passion for engineering, robotics, and problem-solving. Help students embrace their inner inventor as they create robots that can perform incredible tasks.

• Tech-Savvy Mentor: Knowledge of robotics hardware and software. Your understanding of how robots work and how to program them will guide students through their learning journey.

• Encouraging Leader: Patience, empathy, and the ability to create a positive, inclusive classroom where students feel safe to experiment, fail, and succeed.

Skills:

• Classroom Energizer: Strong classroom management skills to keep students motivated and focused. Lead them through fun, hands-on challenges that keep them engaged while building their robots.

• Clear Communicator: Excellent communication skills to explain complex coding and robotics concepts in a fun and approachable way. Guide students step-by-step through building and programming.

• Creative Planner: Ability to design engaging robotics projects and challenges that combine building, coding, and problem-solving, encouraging students to think critically and creatively.

• Organizational Pro: Manage lesson plans, project materials, and student progress with precision. Make sure all students have the tools they need to succeed while keeping everything running smoothly.

Adaptive Teacher: Ability to adjust teaching methods to meet the diverse learning needs and skill levels of students. Ensure every student, whether a robotics rookie or a coding pro, has a chance to thrive!

Location: Virtual

Start Date: Jan 14, 2025

End Date: Mar 28, 2025

Hours: 2 hours