Position Type: Athletics/Activities/Activity Advisor
Date Posted: 7/24/2025
Location: Senior High School
INTERNAL/EXTERNAL JOB POSTINGWASECA PUBLIC SCHOOLShas an opening for the following position(s):
Robotics Team Advisor At Waseca Junior/Senior High School
Successful candidates will be able to meet the following criteria:
- Provide guidance throughout the team's strategic planning, design, build, and competition process, with an emphasis on engineering integrity, safety, and professionalism.
- Support and mentor students within the VEX Robotics program, helping them grow as thoughtful, effective leaders and collaborators.
- Chaperone team trips to off-site workshops and competitions, ensuring a safe, supportive, and educational experience for all team members.
Responsibilities of a Robotics Team Advisor:
- Oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of all robotics team activities throughout the year.
- Guide students through the engineering design process, including brainstorming, prototyping, building, testing, and refining their robot.
- Support the development and execution of the team's strategy for competitions.
- Mentor students in STEM concepts, programming, mechanical design, electrical systems, and project management.
- Encourage teamwork, leadership, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills among all team members.
- Foster an inclusive and supportive environment that allows students of all backgrounds to contribute meaningfully.
- Ensure all team activities follow safety protocols and align with school policies and FIRST Robotics competition rules.
- Maintain a safe workspace by enforcing proper use of tools, materials, and protective equipment.
- Coordinate logistics for competitions, including registration, travel, lodging, and meals.
- Accompany and chaperone the team at competitions, scrimmages, and workshops as needed.
- Serve as the team's liaison with VEX Robotics, school administrators, parents, and community partners.
- Assist in recruiting new students and maintaining active participation throughout the season.
- Help students develop outreach and fundraising initiatives to promote program sustainability.
- Support the development of award submissions, presentations, and community engagement projects.
- Manage budgets, purchase materials and supplies, and maintain inventory of tools and equipment.
- Communicate regularly with parents/guardians, school officials, and volunteers to keep them informed and involved.
If interested, apply online at: www.waseca.k12.mn.us
Posting will close on: When filled.