FLL Explore Lead Robotics Coach
Part-time | Season: September 2026 – May 2027 | Washington Yu Ying Public Charter School (220 Taylor St NE, Washington, DC 20017) | 1 hours/week

About the Role

Lead an Odin Wise Academy FIRST® LEGO® League Explore team of young engineers ages 6–10. You'll guide students through the fundamentals of engineering design, coding basics, and real-world problem solving, culminating in a "Show Me" poster and model presentation at an official FLL Explore Festival.

Compensation (Stipend)

• Regionals (Sept–May: $800 total stipend, paid out in monthly installments.

What You’ll Do

• Plan and run weekly 1-hour team sessions focused on LEGO® model building, motorized design, coding basics using LEGO® Education SPIKE™ Essential, and real-world problem exploration aligned with the season's theme.
• Guide students in developing their "Show Me" poster — presenting their ideas, solutions, and engineering process to an audience.
• Foster a positive, safe, and inclusive team environment rooted in FIRST® Core Values: teamwork, discovery, and Gracious Professionalism®.
• Maintain team equipment and materials (SPIKE™ Essential kits, building sets, poster supplies) and keep them organized.
• Hold a weekly check-in with the FLL Robotics Supervisor and Director of Robotics to report team progress and surface any needs.
• Provide brief weekly updates to parents on student progress and upcoming dates.
• Travel to and supervise students at the official FLL Explore Festival (local, within DC/VA/MD area).
• Coordinate with Odin Wise HQ on any needs or issues, competition logistics and practice announcements are handled by admin.
• Occasionally support other Odin Wise robotics programs or STEM initiatives as needed.

What You Bring

• Enthusiasm for working with young learners (ages 6–10) and making STEM accessible and fun.
• Prior coaching, mentoring, tutoring, or teaching experience preferred.
• Comfort with basic building and coding concepts; prior experience with LEGO® platforms is a plus.
• Strong facilitation skills and the ability to manage a small group of early-elementary-age students.
• Reliable transportation; availability for the FLL Explore Festival (local, typically a Saturday in March–May); ability to pass a background check; valid U.S. work authorization.

Nice-to-Have

• Previous FLL Explore or FLL Challenge coaching or participant experience.
• Experience with LEGO® Education SPIKE™ Essential or WeDo 2.0.
• CPR/First Aid certification.

Time Commitment

• Season (September 2026 – May 2027): 1 hour/week of team practice.
• FLL Explore Festival: 1 full Saturday (local, within VA/DC/MD).
• Brief weekly check-in with the FLL Robotics Supervisor and Director of Robotics.

Support You’ll Receive

• Season playbook, season's theme materials, and Explore meeting guides.
• Support from the FLL Robotics Supervisor and Director of Robotics — you drive day-to-day execution with your team.
• Access to all team equipment, SPIKE™ Essential kits, building sets, and mentor resources.

About Odin Wise Academy

Odin Wise Academy is a leading tutoring and education support company dedicated to empowering students and helping them reach their full potential. We offer a wide range of educational services, including personalized tutoring, academic support, and enrichment programs. Our team of experienced educators and subject matter experts are committed to providing high-quality instruction and fostering a love for learning in every student we work with. With a focus on evidence-based teaching methods and a holistic approach to education, we strive to make a positive impact on students' academic performance and overall development.

EEO Statement

We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that includes partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We provide equal employment opportunities to all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, citizenship, national origin, religion, veteran status, disability, genetic characteristic or information, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, family status, pregnancy, or other legally protected status (collectively, “protected statuses”). We do not tolerate unlawful discrimination in any employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, benefits, discipline, termination, job assignments or training. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Disclaimer

The above job definition information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on changing business needs and conditions.

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Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $100.00 per month

Application Question(s):

• Class hours will be between 6:30 PM and 7:30 PM on Wednesdays and Thursdays. Are you available during those times?
• Do you have FLL or Robotics experience?

Experience:

• teaching/tutoring: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Washington, DC 20017 (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 100% (Required)

Work Location: In person