PODS200: Robotics Team Lead

Overview

This is a pro-bono volunteer position.

 

JerseySTEM provides free after school STEM classes to underserved middle school girls grade 5-8

 

JerseySTEM is seeking a dedicated and skilled Robotics Team Lead to oversee and guide our robotics initiatives. This role plays a crucial part in our mission to provide STEM education to underrepresented middle school girls, fostering their interest and skills in robotics and technology.

Responsibilities

• Work with Program Design Team Lead and Community Engagement Team Lead to define overall goal of the designated course
• Manage and support a team comprising of Curriculum Designers to:
• Research existing curricula
• Curate existing material and develop new material
• Develop Google Classroom Material in 10 lessons
• Produce both Teacher and Student material
• Organize and document “Train the Trainer” sessions
• Deliver the training to the Program Instructors
• Attend a weekly team call for collaboration (TBD)

 

Qualifications

• Proficiency in robotics design, programming, and electronics.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Experience working with middle school students or youth robotics programs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Problem-solving mindset and creativity in designing robotics projects.
• Knowledge of STEM education principles and hands-on learning methods.
• Comfortable using relevant software and hardware tools for robotics.
• Collaborative and adaptable approach to teamwork.
• Passion for promoting STEM education and gender equity.