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UNC Robotics Coach

Menahga Public Schools & Sebeka Public Schools
Position: Robotics Coach
School Year: 2026-2027
Location: Menahga and Sebeka, Minnesota
Position Type: Extracurricular Coaching Position

Position Overview

Menahga Public Schools and Sebeka Public Schools are seeking an enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and student-centered Robotics Coach to lead and support the schools' robotics program. The Robotics Coach will provide leadership, guidance, instruction, and supervision for students participating in robotics activities and competitions.

The successful candidate will help students develop skills in robotics, engineering, programming, problem-solving, teamwork, communication, and innovation while creating a positive and engaging environment that encourages students to explore STEM-related opportunities.

Essential Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and lead robotics practices, meetings, and competition preparation.
• Provide instruction and guidance in robotics, engineering, programming, design, and problem-solving.
• Support students as they design, build, program, test, troubleshoot, and improve robots.
• Help students understand and apply engineering design and iterative problem-solving processes.
• Prepare students and teams for robotics competitions and related events.
• Establish a positive, inclusive, and collaborative team environment.
• Encourage students to take ownership of the design, construction, programming, and operation of their robots.
• Teach students appropriate and safe use of tools, equipment, technology, and robotics materials.
• Supervise students during practices, competitions, travel, and other robotics-related activities.
• Maintain appropriate records, schedules, equipment inventories, and other required documentation.
• Coordinate competition schedules, transportation, facilities, equipment, and other program needs with school administration.
• Communicate effectively with students, parents/guardians, staff, administrators, and competition officials.
• Promote teamwork, creativity, perseverance, accountability, sportsmanship, and professionalism.
• Encourage participation from students with a variety of interests and skill levels.
• Support opportunities for students to explore careers and post-secondary education in STEM-related fields.
• Maintain and properly store robotics equipment, tools, technology, and supplies.
• Assist with fundraising, community outreach, demonstrations, showcases, and other program activities as appropriate.
• Ensure compliance with school district policies and applicable competition organization requirements.
• Attend required meetings, trainings, competitions, and professional development opportunities.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Activities Director or school administration.

Qualifications

Preferred qualifications include:

• Experience with robotics, engineering, programming, STEM education, or a related field.
• Previous experience coaching, mentoring, teaching, or working with students.
• Knowledge of robotics design, programming, electronics, mechanical systems, or engineering principles.
• Experience with robotics competitions is preferred but not required.
• Ability to learn and utilize the specific robotics platform and competition requirements used by the program.
• Strong communication, organizational, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with students, staff, parents/guardians, and community partners.
• Ability to create a positive, supportive, and inclusive learning environment.
• Willingness to obtain any required certifications or training.
• Ability to meet all district and applicable extracurricular activity requirements.

Coaching and Program Expectations

The Robotics Coach is expected to:

• Serve as a positive role model for students.
• Encourage curiosity, creativity, innovation, and a growth mindset.
• Help students learn from both successes and failures.
• Emphasize teamwork, communication, problem-solving, and perseverance.
• Provide students with meaningful opportunities to take leadership and ownership of their work.
• Promote safe and responsible use of tools, equipment, and technology.
• Maintain a respectful and inclusive team culture.
• Support students' academic success and overall development.
• Represent Menahga and Sebeka Public Schools in a professional and positive manner.

Compensation

Compensation will be based on the applicable extracurricular/coaching salary schedule and agreements for Menahga and Sebeka Public Schools.

Application

Interested candidates should submit an application, resume, and references through the Menahga Public Schools application process.
 

John Hedstrom 
Assistant Principal 
Menahga Public Schools 
jhedstrom@menahga.k12.mn.us
218-564-4141 EXT. 1401