What are the responsibilities and job description for the First Robotics Coach position at St Johnsbury Academy?
St. Johnsbury Academy seeks an energetic, organized, and enthusiastic coach to leadand mentor our First Robotics team. The coach will work closely with students as they design, build,program, and compete with their robot while also helping to manage the team's operations and communitypartnerships. The coach will play an important role in creating a positive, collaborative environmentwhere students can develop technical skills, problem-solving abilities, leadership, and confidence throughhands-on robotics.MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACTIVITIES: Mentor and supervise students as they design, build, test, and program their robot.
Help students develop skills in robotics, programming, electrical systems, machining, and other areasrelated to the team's work. Manage the team's budget and help secure additional funding through grants and sponsorships. Develop and maintain relationships with families, community members, businesses, and othersupporters. Coordinate team logistics and complete administrative tasks related to FIRST Robotics.
Help maintain troubleshoot equipment in the Academy's Maker Space, including 3D printers, lasercutters, and other fabrication equipment. Attend and support students at 23 weekend competitions throughout New England, generally held inlate February and March.
Help students develop skills in robotics, programming, electrical systems, machining, and other areasrelated to the team's work. Manage the team's budget and help secure additional funding through grants and sponsorships. Develop and maintain relationships with families, community members, businesses, and othersupporters. Coordinate team logistics and complete administrative tasks related to FIRST Robotics.
Help maintain troubleshoot equipment in the Academy's Maker Space, including 3D printers, lasercutters, and other fabrication equipment. Attend and support students at 23 weekend competitions throughout New England, generally held inlate February and March.