TRMS Assistant Robotics Coach

Overview

Join to apply for the TRMS Assistant Robotics Coach role at Sheridan County School Dist 1.

• Co-teach and mentor a FIRST LEGO League (FLL) robotics team under the head coach; you will be in charge of your own team of 3-6 students.
• Support the design, build, and programming of autonomous LEGO robots; guide students through mechanical and coding challenges without simply giving answers.
• Help prepare and participate in after-school practice sessions and, when applicable, after-school and weekend competitions.
• Contribute to fostering teamwork, problem-solving, gracious professionalism, and safe and organized project management.

Week of September 22 – October 13: 2 days per week after school (4–6 pm).

Week of October 20 – December 6 (estimated): 4 days per week after school (Monday–Thursday, 4–6 pm); some Fridays; some after-school/weekend competitions.

State Robotics Tournament in Casper date (likely Saturday, December 6; date TBA).

• STEM problem-solving skills; ability to troubleshoot and guide students through mechanical or coding challenges.
• Patience; supportive, student-centered mentoring.
• Collaboration and teamwork with the head coach, students, and volunteers.
• Strong communication skills; ability to explain concepts clearly and adapt explanations to different learning styles.
• Organizational skills for materials, parts, and team tasks; time management to balance activities.
• Creativity; encouragement of innovative robot designs and project ideas.
• Mentoring and encouragement; building student confidence and celebrating effort.
• Team-building, adaptability, and a positive approach to group dynamics.
• Core values modeling: discovery, inclusion, and gracious professionalism.
• Optional but recommended: basic LEGO robotics knowledge or coding skills (LEGO SPIKE Prime or EV3); open until filled.

Middle School FIRST LEGO League (FLL) Robotics is a hands-on STEM program where students design, build, and program autonomous LEGO robots to complete themed missions on a competition field. Teams research and present an innovative solution related to the season’s theme while learning teamwork and problem-solving. You will work with a head coach and fellow assistant coaches.

Sheridan County School District #1 does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability in admission or access to, or treatment of employment in, its educational programs or activities. Inquiries concerning Title VI, Title IX, Section 504, and ADA may be referred to Sheridan County School District #1, 1127 US Highway 14, Ranchester, WY 82839.