Middle School Robotics Lead Mentor

Overview

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.

• 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 to support the growth and success of the team.

4 hours/week (in-season)

$700

• 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.

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. Visit our website at  for more information.

Visitation School believes that diversity enriches all in our community, leading to a better, more creative and productive work environment. 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.