Coach, Robotics, Senior School

 Coach, Robotics, Senior SchoolPart-time, Fixed-term ContractSeptember 2026 - June 2027 Crofton House School offers a girl-centred learning environment for students from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12. Here, students are motivated to strive for their best selves, embracing academic challenge and diverse experiences, guided by staff who know them and believe in them.Crofton House School fosters a strong sense of community among educators, staff, students, and families. Here, everyone can contribute to the strength of our school– including you. We offer extensive professional development opportunities, competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. Our 10-acre campus provides modern facilities, as well as beautiful outdoor spaces and a daily connection to nature.Crofton House School is currently seeking a Robotics coach to join the Senior School Robotics team (Grades 8-12). As a Robotics Coach, you will work collaboratively with the teacher sponsors and student club captains to deliver a program that develops students’ knowledge of global issues and supports their involvement at Robotics competitions.Responsibilities: â—      Plan and deliver practices for Robotics club members on Thursdays after school from 3:20 - 4:30 pm.●      Work in partnership with the teacher sponsors and club captains to promote, plan, and deliver a Robotics program that meets the needs of new and experienced club members.●      Act as a supervisor and support for students at Robotics competition(s) as needed.●      Provide additional resources, training, and support to students as they prepare for robotics competitions.●      Support and develop the leadership abilities of the Robotics student club captains, including preparing and equipping them to independently run the Monday practices.●      Attend planning meetings with the Robotics teacher sponsors, and club captains to review progress and future plans.●      Maintain open communication with the teacher sponsors and school administration.●      Ensure the safety and well-being of students at all times.●      Participate in school-initiated training such as: Respect in the Workplace and Safeguarding●      Other responsibilities as required. Qualifications, Knowledge, Experience:●      1 - 3 years of experience coaching, teaching, or mentoring youth (ages 13–18), ideally within a school, camp, or community club environment.●      Strong foundational knowledge in robotics platforms (VEX V5, FIRST, or FTC preferred) and engineering design principles.●      Competency in programming languages relevant to robotics (C++, Python, etc.) and familiarity with basic hand tools and design software (CAD experience is an asset).●      Experience organizing competition logistics or tournament preparation, an asset.●      Demonstrable awareness of the learning styles of girls and young women.●      Committed to the standards of professional practice.●      Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.●      A valid BC Teaching Certificate is an asset but not required for this co-curricular coaching role.