Technology & Robotics Teacher and Coach

Woodcrest School, a K-8 program, seeks a full time innovative, dynamic, and forward-thinking educator to serve as our Technology (K – 6) & Robotics Teacher (3 – 6) and Middle School Robotics Team Coach. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate leader to revamp and elevate our overall technology program, expand our 3–5 robotics VEX-IQ offerings, and continue the strong competitive tradition of our highly successful middle school VEX-V5 program.

We are looking for someone who not only teaches technology, but inspires creativity, engineering thinking, and problem-solving at every grade level.

Position Overview

Elementary Technology & Robotics (Grades K–5)

The ideal candidate will design and lead a comprehensive, developmentally appropriate technology curriculum that integrates:

• Coding and computational thinking
• Robotics and engineering design
• Digital literacy and responsible technology use
• Innovation and project-based learning
• Cross-curricular integration with math, science, and more

This role includes building and growing a structured robotics pathway for grades 3–5 that feeds into our competitive middle school program.

Middle School Robotics Coach (Competitive VEX-V5 Program)

Our middle school robotics teams compete at a high level in the VEX-V5 Robotics Competition.

The coach will:

• Lead and mentor competitive teams
• Guide students in advanced design, engineering, coding, and strategy
• Prepare teams for regional and state competitions
• Sustain and elevate a tradition of excellence

The ideal candidate thrives in competitive environments while fostering teamwork, resilience, and leadership in students.

Key Responsibilities

Program Development

• Audit, redesign, and implement a cohesive K–8 technology vision
• Develop a vertically aligned robotics curriculum (Grades 3–8)
• Expand student participation in robotics
• Maintain and manage robotics equipment, materials, and technology resources

Instruction & Coaching

• Teach engaging, hands-on technology classes for elementary students
• Coach and supervise middle school robotics teams
• Provide after-school robotics programming
• Differentiate instruction to meet varied skill levels
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and creative problem-solving

Competition Leadership

• Register and manage competition logistics
• Mentor students in engineering notebooks, documentation, and presentations
• Prepare teams for tournaments and championship-level performance
• Communicate effectively with families about expectations and events

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Engineering, Computer Science, Robotics, or related field.
• Experience teaching technology and/or robotics in an elementary or middle school setting
• Experience coaching competitive robotics (VEX-IQ and VEX-V5 experience preferred)
• Knowledge of engineering design process and project-based learning
• Experience with robotics platforms (VEX, LEGO, etc.)
• Excellent classroom management and team-building skills
• Ability to inspire students across a range of ages and abilities
• Strong organizational and communication skills

At Woodcrest School, students receive a superior academic foundation, with enrichment in leadership and communication skills, strength of character and social responsibility. Our community of teachers, administrators, and parents work as one to nurture successful and motivated students with the skills needed to reach their highest potential.

To learn more about Woodcrest please visit www.woodcrestschool.com

Interested candidates should reach out to yhronsky@woodcrestschool.org with a resume and cover letter.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance