Middle School Robotics Lead Mentor

Visitation School is seeking a Lead Mentor for our Middle School All-Girls’ FIRST® Robotics Competition team.  FIRST® is For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology and it’s about more than robots!   The Lead Mentor will lead all aspects of the robotics program and foster a learning environment that is empowering, joyful, and inclusive.  This role will report to the Director of Secondary Education.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the Visitation Mission to provide an excellent education within a Catholic environment, permeated by Salesian Spirituality and the living tradition of the Visitation Sisters;
• Manage and supervise student behavior during team practices, meetings, and events;
• Support students in designing, building and programming a robot;
• Oversee all matters pertaining to the organization and administration of advising/coaching a co-curricular program, ensuring that students are meeting deadlines and staying on task;
• Provide instruction and guidance to the students on the proper use of tools and equipment;
• Plan and schedule seasonal activity in accordance with Visitation’s policies;
• Collaborate with other coaches and mentors (2) to support the growth and success of the team.

Time Commitment

• 4 hours/week (in-season)

Stipend Amount: $700.00

QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Required:

• Experience in coaching or mentoring middle school students
• Knowledge of programming languages, as well as proficiency in using CAD software preferred
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse group of students and promote a positive team culture committed to gracious competition.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Flexibility in schedule to accommodate after school meetings and weekend competition

Qualified candidates are asked to send a letter of interest, resume and three references to recruitment@vischool.org.

Visitation is an independent Catholic day school with a culture permeated by Salesian Spirituality. We offer a unique combination of learning experiences with a co-ed Lower School (Montessori preschool through grade 5), an all-girls Middle School (grades 6-8), and an all-girls Upper School (grades 9-12). A member of NAIS and accredited by ISACS, we are located on a beautiful 60-acre campus in Mendota Heights, Minnesota. Visitation offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including tuition remission. Please visit our website at https://www.visitation.net for more information.

Visitation School believes that diversity enriches all in our community, leading to a better, more creative and productive work environment. Please read our diversity statement to learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion.

This posting is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not a comprehensive list of all job responsibilities. Visitation School is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.