Robotics Educator & Director of FIRST Robotics

Robotics Educator & Director of FIRST Robotics 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 Central’s 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 CC’s 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.

Serve as

Program Director

for Detroit Catholic Central’s 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 school’s mission.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, education, or a related STEM field. Master’s 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.

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