Director of FIRST Robotics & Robotics Educator
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Job Summary
Robotics Educator & Director of FIRST Robotics
Detroit Catholic Central High School Novi Michigan
Detroit Catholic Central High School an all-boys Catholic college preparatory school seeks a dynamic and innovative Director of FIRST Robotics & Robotics Educator to lead our rapidly growing competitive Robotics Program and teach robotics-centered courses in our STEM curriculum. This unique role blends academic instruction with program leadership offering an educator and mentor the opportunity to contribute to shaping the future of Catholic Centrals Robotics program across the classroom competition field and community while preparing students for the rapidly increasing need for professionals in STEM careers.
Detroit Catholic Central High School Novi Michigan
Detroit Catholic Central High School an all-boys Catholic college preparatory school seeks a dynamic and innovative Director of FIRST Robotics & Robotics Educator to lead our rapidly growing competitive Robotics Program and teach robotics-centered courses in our STEM curriculum. This unique role blends academic instruction with program leadership offering an educator and mentor the opportunity to contribute to shaping the future of Catholic Centrals Robotics program across the classroom competition field and community while preparing students for the rapidly increasing need for professionals in STEM careers.
Position Summary
The Director of Robotics & Robotics Educator will:
Teach robotics engineering and manufacturing courses.
Apprentice with our Director of FIRST Robotics learning about CCs school-wide Robotics Program including the Shambots Varsity and Shambytes Junior Varsity FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC) teams.
Supervise mentors manage program budgets oversee build seasons and coordinate participation in local state and worldwide competitions.
Inspire mentor and support students in their development as innovators engineers and leaders.
This position is a flexible full-time position teaching three to four classes a day and directing the FIRST Robotics program.
Key Responsibilities
Teaching
Deliver engaging instruction in robotics-related courses integrating design mechanical systems electronics manufacturing and programming.
Refine robotics curriculum aligned with best practices in STEM education.
Incorporate project-based learning and real-world applications to deepen student understanding.
Collaborate with STEM faculty to ensure alignment across the multi-year Robotics track.
Program Leadership
Serve as Program Director for Detroit Catholic Centrals Robotics Program.
Oversee and mentor both the Varsity and JV FRC teams ensuring alignment and progression for students.
Recruit train and supervise adult mentors coaches and volunteers.
Manage program operations including scheduling budgeting safety compliance and facility use.
Lead student recruitment team organization and community outreach events.
Coordinate travel logistics and supervision for competitions and off-site events.
Foster a positive safe & inclusive team culture grounded in Catholic values and the schools mission.
Qualifications
Bachelors degree in engineering computer science education or a related STEM field. Masters degree preferred.
Experience teaching at the high school level or STEM related professional training.
Demonstrated knowledge of robotics platforms and systems (e.g. FIRST Robotics VEX Arduino CAD CAM/CNC Java Python C).
Proven leadership and organizational skills including managing budgets volunteers and complex projects.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with students parents mentors and administrators.
Commitment to Catholic education and the mission of Detroit Catholic Central High School.
Why Join Catholic Central
Lead a nationally recognized Robotics program with strong participation and institutional support.
Shape the next generation of engineers innovators and leaders through both teaching and extracurricular mentorship.
Collaborate with a dedicated STEM faculty in a school committed to academic excellence and Catholic values.
The Director of Robotics & Robotics Educator will:
Teach robotics engineering and manufacturing courses.
Apprentice with our Director of FIRST Robotics learning about CCs school-wide Robotics Program including the Shambots Varsity and Shambytes Junior Varsity FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC) teams.
Supervise mentors manage program budgets oversee build seasons and coordinate participation in local state and worldwide competitions.
Inspire mentor and support students in their development as innovators engineers and leaders.
This position is a flexible full-time position teaching three to four classes a day and directing the FIRST Robotics program.
Key Responsibilities
Teaching
Deliver engaging instruction in robotics-related courses integrating design mechanical systems electronics manufacturing and programming.
Refine robotics curriculum aligned with best practices in STEM education.
Incorporate project-based learning and real-world applications to deepen student understanding.
Collaborate with STEM faculty to ensure alignment across the multi-year Robotics track.
Program Leadership
Serve as Program Director for Detroit Catholic Centrals Robotics Program.
Oversee and mentor both the Varsity and JV FRC teams ensuring alignment and progression for students.
Recruit train and supervise adult mentors coaches and volunteers.
Manage program operations including scheduling budgeting safety compliance and facility use.
Lead student recruitment team organization and community outreach events.
Coordinate travel logistics and supervision for competitions and off-site events.
Foster a positive safe & inclusive team culture grounded in Catholic values and the schools mission.
Qualifications
Bachelors degree in engineering computer science education or a related STEM field. Masters degree preferred.
Experience teaching at the high school level or STEM related professional training.
Demonstrated knowledge of robotics platforms and systems (e.g. FIRST Robotics VEX Arduino CAD CAM/CNC Java Python C).
Proven leadership and organizational skills including managing budgets volunteers and complex projects.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with students parents mentors and administrators.
Commitment to Catholic education and the mission of Detroit Catholic Central High School.
Why Join Catholic Central
Lead a nationally recognized Robotics program with strong participation and institutional support.
Shape the next generation of engineers innovators and leaders through both teaching and extracurricular mentorship.
Collaborate with a dedicated STEM faculty in a school committed to academic excellence and Catholic values.
Required Experience:
Director
Key Skills
- Crisis Management
- Marketing
- Public Relations
- Fundraising
- Media Relations
- Constant Contact
- Strategic Planning
- Social Media Management
- Team Management
- Public Speaking
- Wordpress
- Writing Skills
