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Uncommon Schools

First Robotics Competition Coach

Newark, NJ · On-site

$17.25 - $22.50/hr

Overview We are seeking an experienced First Robotics Competition (FRC) coach to guide a team at Washington Park High School. On our students' paths to and through college, nationally recognized ...

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Robotics Coach

Lees Summit, MO · On-site

$16 - $21/hr

Additional responsibilities include monitoring and assisting students with the design and building of a robot to compete in FIRST Robotics local, regional, and state events. The successful candidate ...

NCSU

Robotics Research Engineer

Raleigh, NC · On-site

As the lab's first Robotics Research Engineer, you will help define how research concepts become working hardware and software - from embedded firmware through ROS2 autonomy stacks through field ...

Nimble Robotics

Robotics Support Engineer

Haslet, TX

$100K - $130K/yr

We're training robot AGI to power a proprietary generalist supply chain superhumanoid, the first robot in the world capable of performing thousands of tasks across the supply chain. We've raised over ...

Nimble Robotics

Robotics Support Engineer

Haslet, TX · On-site

$100K - $130K/yr

We're training robot AGI to power a proprietary generalist supply chain superhumanoid, the first robot in the world capable of performing thousands of tasks across the supply chain. We've raised over ...

Nimble Robotics

Robotics Support Engineer

Haslet, TX

$100K - $130K/yr

We're training robot AGI to power a proprietary generalist supply chain superhumanoid, the first robot in the world capable of performing thousands of tasks across the supply chain. We've raised over ...

Waseca ISD #829

Robotics Team Advisor

Waseca, MN · On-site

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 ...

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As of Jun 20, 2026, the average yearly pay for first robotics 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 key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the First Robotics position, and why are they important?

To thrive in a FIRST Robotics mentor or coach position, strong knowledge of engineering principles, robotics design, and hands-on mechanical/electrical skills are fundamental, often supported by experience in STEM fields or education. Familiarity with tools such as CAD software, programming environments like LabVIEW or Java, and FIRST-specific hardware kits is essential. Leadership, teamwork, and effective communication are standout soft skills, as mentors collaborate closely with students and other volunteers. These abilities ensure successful guidance of robotics teams, foster student growth, and help meet competition goals in a dynamic, technical environment.

What does a typical week look like for a FIRST Robotics mentor or coach?

A typical week for a FIRST Robotics mentor or coach involves leading students through project planning, design brainstorming, prototype building, and programming sessions, often during after-school hours or weekends. Mentors coordinate with other team members, provide technical assistance, and help manage deadlines for submissions and competition preparations. Collaboration with teachers, parents, and local industry sponsors is also common, especially when organizing events or fundraising activities. The role is dynamic and rewarding, emphasizing hands-on learning, mentorship, and teamwork as students progress through different stages of the robotics season.

What is a First Robotics job?

A FIRST Robotics job typically involves mentoring, coaching, or supporting student teams in designing, building, and programming robots for competitions organized by FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology). These roles can be volunteer-based or paid positions in schools, nonprofit organizations, or STEM-focused companies. Responsibilities may include teaching engineering concepts, overseeing project management, ensuring safety, and fostering teamwork. Many professionals in this field have backgrounds in robotics, engineering, or computer science.

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Robotics Teacher and Program Lead (CTE)

Robotics Teacher and Program Lead (CTE)

Conejo Valley Unified School District

Thousand Oaks, CA • On-site

Other

Posted 17 days ago

Job description

POSITION:               High School Robotics Teacher
REPORTS TO:         Site Principal
Credential Requirement: 




  • CTE: information & Communication Technologies.
  • Single Subject: Business OR Industrial and Technology Education Credential.
    Salary: Certificated Salary Schedule 
    Job Title: Robotics Teacher & Program Lead (CTE)




Status: Part-time (1 Section / Period 7)

Effective Date: 2026-2027 School Year

Position Overview

We are seeking a dynamic educator or industry professional to spearhead the evolution of our Robotics program. This role offers the unique opportunity to bridge the gap between a long-standing FIRST Robotics extracurricular legacy and a formalized, two-course Career Technical Education (CTE) pathway.

The successful candidate will launch the first course of this pathway during the 2026-2027 school year, utilizing dedicated grant funding to design a premier student experience.

Credential Requirements

Applicants must hold (or be eligible for) one of the following California credentials:

  • CTE Specialized Secondary: Engineering & Architecture OR Manufacturing & Product Development.
  • Single Subject: Physics OR Mathematics (pending administrative verification).

Key Responsibilities

  • Pathway Development: Lead the implementation of a new two-course CTE Robotics sequence, beginning with one section held during "Period 7" (post-school day).
  • Program Leadership: Transition and manage the existing, high-profile extracurricular robotics team.
  • Curriculum Design: Exercise professional autonomy to determine the program's competitive directioneither continuing with FIRST Robotics competitions or pivoting to equivalent high-level, project-based learning (PBL) experiences.
  • Recruitment & Growth: Actively build program enrollment through school-sponsored events, community outreach, and student recruitment initiatives.
  • Budget Management: Strategically leverage allocated grant funds to procure equipment, technology, and materials necessary for a modern robotics lab.

Ideal Qualifications

  • Strong background in robotics, mechatronics, or engineering.
  • Experience with FIRST Robotics or similar competitive platforms is highly preferred.
  • A "builder" mindset with the ability to market a new program to a diverse student body.
  • Excellent project management skills and the ability to mentor students in a hands-on, lab-based environment.
     

 
The CVUSD Governing Board is committed to providing equal opportunity for all individuals in district programs and activities. District programs, activities, and practices shall be free from unlawful discrimination, including discrimination against an individual or group based on race, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, immigration status, ethnic group identification, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity gender expression, or genetic information; a perception of one or more of such characteristics; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. (BP 0410)



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