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Saint Andrew's School

Robotics Coach

Boca Raton, FL · On-site

$15.75 - $20.50/hr

Adhere to First Robotics Mentoring Guidelines. * Serve as a mentor to the team. * Coordinate volunteer and parent involvement. * Document all events using photos and video. * Actively supervise all ...

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As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for first robotics mentor in the United States is $96,000.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $90,000.00 and $102,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical responsibilities of a First Robotics Mentor throughout the competition season?

As a First Robotics Mentor, your responsibilities include guiding students through the design, building, and programming phases of the robot, as well as teaching safe use of tools and emphasizing problem-solving skills. You’ll also assist with project management, encourage teamwork, and often coordinate outreach activities or fundraising efforts. Mentors collaborate closely with other coaches, engineers, and professionals who support the team, and they may attend regional events or competitions. This role is hands-on and highly collaborative, offering the chance to inspire students while deepening your own engineering and leadership experience.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the First Robotics Mentor position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a First Robotics Mentor, you need a solid understanding of robotics, engineering principles, and experience in STEM fields, often demonstrated through a relevant degree or hands-on technical background. Familiarity with programming languages (such as Java or C++), CAD software, and robotics kits like those used in the FIRST Robotics Competition is highly valued. Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills are essential for guiding students and fostering teamwork. These capabilities ensure you can effectively mentor youth, solve technical challenges, and promote a collaborative and inspiring team environment.

What is a First Robotics Mentor?

A FIRST Robotics Mentor is a volunteer who guides and supports a student robotics team in the FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) program. Mentors provide technical expertise, leadership, and encouragement to help students design, build, and program robots for competitions. They also teach problem-solving, teamwork, and engineering principles while fostering a positive learning environment. Mentors can come from various backgrounds, including engineering, programming, education, and business. Their goal is to inspire students in STEM fields and help them develop real-world skills.

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Robotics Co-Director

NOTRE DAME HIGH SCHOOL SAN JOSE

San Jose, CA • On-site

Part-time

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Job description

A Learning Community


Notre Dame High School, San Jose is the center for women’s leadership in Silicon Valley and has provided an exceptional Catholic college preparatory education for young women since 1851. The school's mission is guided by the teachings of Saint Julie Billiart, the foundress of the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur, with a strong focus on social justice to create lifelong learners, spiritual seekers, justice advocates and community leaders.  Our mission, summarized by the words of Saint Julie Billiart, is to “teach them what they need to know for life.”

The Robotics Program


Robotics is a year-round program that allows students to explore STEAM through real world challenges. The program is student focused and allows students to work with professional engineers as mentors who support student hands on learning. The team participates in the FIRST Robotics Competition where they collaborate to design, build and program a functional robot.

 Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with Co-Director, Robotics Program Administration to provide student engagement experiences 
  • Collaborate with Co-Director to recruit students, and develop onboarding and orientation activities for students
  • Guide and support students in building a FIRST Robotics Competition robot
  • Guide and support student skill development
  • Recruit and provide guidance for adult Robotics mentors
  • Work with Robotics student Leaders to plan and organize robotics meetings, competitions, outreach events and projects
  • Track student attendance and participation 

Qualifications:

  • Three to five years of experience working with high school students in Robotics or related fields
  • Demonstrated leadership capacity

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree preferred in Engineering, or related STEM field
  • Familiarity with FIRST Robotic

Terms of Employment:

  • 2026 - 2027 academic year
  • Annual renewable contract
  • Competitive compensation package
  • Part-Time position, .8 fte

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