High School Robotics Teacher & Coach
Stratford School
- San Jose, CA
- $70,000-85,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Committed to the well-being of students.
- Develop and teach courses expertly with the highest standards for each student that challenges students, supports diversity, and demonstrates a strong commitment to student success.
- Convey enthusiasm for intellectual inquiry and model lifelong learning, designing instruction that emphasizes critical thinking and real-world problem solving
- Keep parents informed about the learning of their children, and be proactive in communication with parents.
- Support the development of the Stratford Robotics program, maintaining quality coaching, and continuing to educate on best practices.
- Scheduling and organization of competitions.
- Training and enforcing the proper storage and safe usage of all equipment.
- Supervising and training students on the design, building, operation, and maintenance of the robot.
- Managing and keeping track of team finances and budgets.
- Developing a sense of responsibility, leadership, and ownership of the robotics program amongst students.
- Creating a cohesive and positive team spirit to support a safe and productive learning environment
- Fostering an innovative problem-solving culture.
- Seeking out mentors and industry experts to support the team.
- Serving as a positive role model for students.
- Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion of people and programs
- Experience in coaching robotics at the middle school, high school or college level
- A bachelor’s degree (master’s preferred) in a field of study in or related to Robotics/Math/Engineering
- Strong knowledge of robotics, including but not limited to knowledge of construction, engineering, metal and woodworking, programming, CNC routers, power tools, 3-D printers, laser cutters, computer vision, and electronics preferred.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, and experience teaching the craft of writing and research within the discipline
- A willingness to try innovative teaching strategies and formats. Ability to implement differentiated learning/instruction as required.
- Prior participation, coaching experience, or a combination of the two in robotics
- Positive personality to establish and maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, administrators, students, parents, and community members
- Eagerness to build supportive relationships with students in and beyond the classroom
- A commitment to continuous professional growth and an enthusiasm for lifelong learning
- An ability to create and promote an inclusive learning environment
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- The full-time equivalent salary range for this position is $70,000 - $85,000. The starting salary is based upon, but not limited to, several factors that include type and years of experience, education level, and expertise.
- Stratford Preparatory, a Spring Education Group school, offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes: Career Growth, Retirement (401K), Health Insurance, and Flexible Spending. Eligibility rules must be met.
- Job Function High School Education
- Pay Type Salary
- Employment Indicator Full Time
- Min Hiring Rate $70,000.00
- Max Hiring Rate $85,000.00
- Required Education Bachelor’s Degree