Robotics Volunteer

The League of Amazing Programmers is a non‑profit 501(c)(3) after‑school institution that teaches Java to kids in grades 5 through 12. The League was founded based on the fundamental role that computer programming plays in today’s increasingly technical world. The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that one million programming jobs in the U.S. will be unfilled by 2020, yet computer science is rarely taught in public school systems.

The League seeks to address this problem by teaching students to code throughout San Diego County, getting them interested at a young age so that they are more likely to pursue programming in college and in their careers. Our curriculum ends with preparation for the Oracle Professional Certification Exam, which gives students an edge when vying for a job against someone with otherwise similar qualifications.

We believe young students’ lives are positively impacted by the critical thinking skills and self-confidence they gain from learning to code.

The League of Amazing Programmers seeks specifically to reach more girls and underserved youth, so that children from all backgrounds may have access to acquire the skills and education necessary to contribute to the workforce of the 21st century.

The LEAGUE of Amazing Programmers is looking for Robotics Volunteers to help inspire and mentor students through hands‑on robotics and programming experiences across San Diego County.

As a Robotics Volunteer, you’ll work with students ranging from beginners to advanced competitors, teaching everything from low‑level robotics with Micro bits and block‑based coding to advanced FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC) robotics. Whether you’re leading a class, assisting an instructor, or helping students debug their robot at just the right moment, your impact will be immediate and meaningful.

• Teach and support students using Micro bits, block coding platforms, and introductory robotics concepts
• Help guide students into more advanced robotics, including FTC robot design, programming, and strategy
• Assist with or lead in‑person classes at various LEAGUE locations throughout San Diego
• Support students during builds, testing, and troubleshooting sessions
• Help teach and refine our existing robotics curriculum
• Contribute to the development of new lessons, challenges, and projects
• Collaborate with other volunteers and instructors to create a positive, inclusive learning environment

• Volunteers with experience or interest in robotics, programming, engineering, or STEM education
• Familiarity with Micro bits, block coding, Java, or FTC robotics is a plus (but not required—we’ll help you learn!)
• Comfortable working with students (typically ages 8–18)
• Patient, encouraging, and excited to help students grow
• Available to volunteer in different areas of San Diego, depending on class needs

• Make a real difference by helping students build confidence, problem‑solving skills, and a love for STEM
• Gain teaching, mentoring, and leadership experience
• Be part of a supportive community passionate about technology and education
• Flexible scheduling with opportunities to grow into leadership roles

If you love robotics, enjoy helping others learn, and want to be part of something meaningful, we’d love to have you join our team!