Robotics Coach

Christiansburg High School

2024-2025

MCPS Internal Applicants Only

Montgomery County Public Schools is accepting applications for a robotics coach to co-teach the Robotics evening course for the 2024-2025 school year.  The robotics course will meet twice per week from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. in the robotics classroom at Christiansburg High School.  Additionally, the robotics instructor will help oversee the workshop during a six-week long "build season" each evening from approximately the first week in January through the third week in February.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The robotics coach will assist in developing and teaching project-based lessons that expose students to programming, computer-aided design, circuits, metal fabrication, and the engineering design process.  The robotics coach will supervise high school students as they design, build, and test a FIRST Robotics Competition robot (www.usfirst.org/frc).  The robotics coach will also assist in planning and organizing overnight trips to regional and national competitions and assist instructors with organizing a parent booster group and fundraising.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be a current Montgomery County Public Schools' teacher
• Ability to be dependable and punctual

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Working knowledge of modern programming language such as Java, C++, or the LabView programming environment
• Knowledge of drafting or 3D animation software such as Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD, or 3D Studio Max
• Operating knowledge of stationary and portable power tools (mill, lathe, band saw, welder, drill driver, grinder, etc.)
• Ability to solve high level math problems
• Experience in sculpture/design
• Experience in physics and/or chemistry
• OSHA safety training

PAY RATE:  Teacher will receive supplemental pay for teaching an additional class worth 0.17 of their base salary

FLSA:  Exempt

CLOSING DATE:  Open until filled

Equal Employment Opportunity

Montgomery County Public Schools does not discriminate in its programs and activities for reasons of race, religion, color, gender, national origin, disability, age, or on any other basis prohibited by law. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies:

Director of Human Resources and Assistant Director of Human Resources

750 Imperial Street SE, Christiansburg, VA 24073

540.382.5100