Robotics Technician

Under the supervision of the Head of Lower and Middle Schools and the Robotics Director, the incumbent supports and contributes to the growth and development of the Robotics curricular and co-curricular programs (Grade 3 – 8). This involves organizing equipment, coaching students and organizing competitions.

Responsibilities:

• Organizes equipment, monitors inventories, and requests materials for the Lower and Middle School Robotics programs

• Participates with faculty to ensure students can express their learning and creativity through robotics related activities

• Assists with leading clubs, teams, and related classroom projects for Grades 3 – 8

• Travels with teams to competitions

• elps organize the annual Robotics competition hosted by the School by sourcing external judges, training student volunteers, and supporting the student participants

The successful candidate will have:

• Extensive knowledge of and experience with robotics platforms (VEX, VEX IQ, FLL and/or FRC)

• Strong computer, programming skills and excellent knowledge of robotics structures and mechanisms

• Good attention to detail

• Demonstrates good problem-solving skills with a focus on creative resolutions

• University degree in a related field or equivalent in education and experience

• Growth mindset, curiosity and willingness to accept new perspectives

• Compassion, and a desire to cultivate courage and nurture connection

• A passionate team player and strong contributor to a coaching culture of growth

• A burning desire to become fully immersed in the School’s positive and progressive culture

Crescent School offers an excellent working environment and a competitive compensation and benefits package, including the Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan. If you exude passion, creativity, commitment, courage and fun, you will make an impact here! Please apply online at crescent.simplication.com by creating a ‘Support’ account and uploading your letter of application and resume by Monday, July 2, 2018.

Accommodation for job applicants with disabilities is available upon request.

For further information about Crescent School and employment opportunities please visit our website at www.crescentschool.org . We are actively engaged in building a more diverse school and encourage all qualified applicants to apply. We thank all candidates in advance; only those being offered an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.