Robotics Teacher/Coach

New Roads School is an innovative, fully-accredited K-12 independent school serving more than 650 students on campuses in West Los Angeles (grades K–5) and Santa Monica (grades 6-12), California. New Roads is committed to nurturing the curiosity of each student while delivering top-quality college preparatory education to a student body representing the broad economic and cultural diversity of Greater Los Angeles. To back up that commitment, New Roads provides approximately 51% of its students with need-based financial aid each year. Founded in 1995, New Roads’ rests upon several fundamental commitments, including: the development and valuing of a diverse community; recognition, appreciation, and encouragement of individual human potential; excellence in academic, artistic, and physical expression; and responsibility for, and participation in, the larger ecological and social community.

Position Summary:

This position includes teaching and coaching the high school robotics team.

Qualifications:

Ideal candidates will have significant experience with FIRST Robotics, preferably at the high school level, and will demonstrate a clear understanding of both traditional and project based, constructivist teaching and learning.

Specific:

Passion for working with students in line with the New Roads School’s fundamental commitments,

Strong communication skills, excellent listening and speaking skills,

An ability to work easily with a diverse community of students and adults,

Understands the importance of and believes in teamwork and community.

Please include an statement of educational philosophy with their cover letter and resume.

Contact Ryan Hawley
rhawley@newroads.org