About this role
What You'll Do
The strongest need within the program is coaching younger and developmental teams (grades 6-7 FIRST LEGO League and grades 8-9 FIRST Tech Challenge) in mechanical reasoning, engineering design process, and project management. The ideal candidate understands adolescent development and can:
Collaborate with lead coaches and faculty to align student work with program timelinesSupport inclusive team formation and belongingHelp students balance independence with accountabilityOffer targeted feedback that pushes student thinking without taking overMaintain a focused, organized, clean, and safe after-school robotics environmentStudent Coaching & Mentorship
Serve as primary coach for one or more FLL or FTC teams, with particular focus on developmental teams.Guide students through the engineering design process: ideation, prototyping, testing, iteration, and documentationProvide real-time mechanical and design feedback to help students evaluate feasibility and troubleshoot efficientlyEngineering, Technical, and Project Support
FIRST LEGO League (grades 6-7)
Support mechanical build sessions, including:Designing and testing LEGO devicesSupporting students in maintaining parts organizationImplement lessons to support students’ development of robot control in a blocks-based programmingSupport student development of a STEM research projectFIRST Tech Challenge (grades 8-12)
Support mechanical build sessions, including:Reviewing CAD designs (Onshape, Fusion 360, etc.)Advising on structural integrity and manufacturabilitySupporting fabrication and assembly workflowsSupport student’s development of programming control systems in JavaProvide guidance on project planning tools (Engineering Notebook, Asana, Trello, etc.)Assist teams in preparing technical documentation for competition awards (Design,Think, Control, etc.) Time Commitment at a Glance
This is a part-time position2-3 days a week from 3:45 PM-5:00 PMMinimum of 2-4 weekend competition days depending on team advancementExtended evening and additional weekend hours available The hourly rate of pay for this position ranges from $40.00-$50.00. The final hourly rate will be determined based on qualifications and years of professional experience.
Avenues is deeply committed to diversity, equity and inclusion throughout our organization. We strive to uphold a culture in which every colleague feels that they belong, are trusted, and are valued. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, and strongly encourage candidates from traditionally underrepresented communities or groups to apply. Avenues offers competitive compensation and a generous benefits package.
Avenues upholds the highest standards for safeguarding the physical and emotional wellbeing of children. As an essential aspect of this commitment, all offers are contingent upon successful completion of careful reference and background checks.