Assistant Vex Robotics Club Sponsor

The Vex Robotics Assistant Sponsor will supervise students during builds and competitions and assist the head coach with all operations in the program. The Assistant Sponsor will supervise students in planning and executing events throughout the year. Students meet several times per week throughout the school year to design and create robots. The sponsors are there to facilitate the process but the design is entirely student led. 

• Trained to operate minibus 
• Assists the head coach with project teams and builds
• Recruits student participants each school year 
• Requests room space for meetings and events 
• Confirms the security of the facilities 
• Ensures that students have a way to get home and remains present until the last student is released
• Promotes and publicizes club meetings and events 
• Maintains positive relationships with students and interacts with students and adults in a respectful manner Collaborates with administration to maintain the vision of the Strategic Goals and purpose of the club/activity
• Uses appropriate channels to resolve concerns and problems 
• Performs other related duties as assigned to ensure the efficient functioning of the club 
• Completes all training and certification required by the District 

QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS: 

SKILLS: Organizational skills and initiative for working with minimal direct supervision. Must show evidence of strong leadership and organizational skills. 

KNOWLEDGE: Previous successful experience in sponsorship/mentoring preferred. Substantial knowledge in the area of student support, as well as familiarity with student discipline and safety protocols. 

ABILITY: Establish and maintain positive and supportive working relationships with all stakeholders to be flexible and change as needed. 
 
Stipend Range: $4,837-$8,105

This position is part of the Yorkville CBA, which can be found at this link.