Opportunities From: United Way of East Central Iowa

Several Non-Technical (no robotics/engineering experience necessary) and Technical Roles Available, starting immediately:

It’s way more than building robots. FIRST Tech Challenge teams (up to 15 team members, grades 8-12) are challenged to design, build, program, and operate robots to compete in a head-to-head challenge in an alliance format.  Marketing and Outreach are emphasized.

Mentors and Coaches are individuals from all backgrounds and disciplines who work with students to share their knowledge and guide them through the season. Many Mentors contribute on a twice weekly basis during competition season (maybe more), or support the team with subject matter expertise on an as needed basis. Teams may have additional or more specialized roles or a combination of roles as needed. In addition, Mentors help to foster the idea of Gracious Professionalism® and have the students do as much of the work as possible.

 

NON-TECHNICAL:

 

Project Management Mentor

■ Provides an overview of project management concepts for team

■ Guides the team throughout the project life cycle

 

Scholarship Mentor

■ Assist to educate students, Mentors and parents regarding scholarship opportunities available to FIRST students

■ Coordinates applications for student/ Mentor nominations for awards

 

Marketing Mentor

■ Provides a basic overview of Marketing concepts

■ Assists students with development and implementation of a Marketing Plan in coordination with the development of a Business Plan

 

Finance Mentor

■ Assist the team in preparing a Business Plan, financial planning/budget for the season ■ Organize and assists with fundraising efforts

 

TECHNICAL:

Robot Programming/Software Engineering Mentor

■ Assist team members with writing code to control robot in C++, Java, Robot C or LabVIEW (depending on program)

■ Maintains process focus

 

Electrical Engineer Mentor 

■ Assist team with wiring the robot’s power and signal system

■ Assist and instruct the team members in the electrical and electronics systems on the robot

 

Mechanical Engineer Mentor

■ Provides assistance with design and construction of the robot

■ Advise students on the safe use of tools and safety procedures

 

FIRST® Tech Challenge regular season run from August – April (though many teams meet year-round for outreach and development). 

Volunteer Mentors and Coaches Needed for FIRST® LEGO® League Jr (ages 6-10) and FIRST® LEGO® League (ages 9-14).  Multiple teams now forming in the CR/IC Corridor.  Non-Technical (no robotics/engineering experience necessary) and Technical Roles Available, starting immediately:

FIRST® LEGO® League is the most accessible, guided, global robotics competition, helping students and teachers to build a better future together. The program is built around theme-based Challenges to engage children ages 9 to 16* in research, problem solving, coding, and engineering. The foundation of the program is the FIRST® Core Values, which emphasize teamwork, discovery, and innovation. Students emerge more confident, excited, and equipped with the skills they need in a changing workforce.

Mentors and Coaches are individuals from all backgrounds and disciplines who work with students to share their knowledge and guide them through the season. Many Mentors and Coaches contribute on a twice weekly basis during the program season, or support the team with subject matter expertise, on an as needed basis. Teams may have additional or more specialized roles or combine roles as needed. In addition, Mentors help students to embrace FIRST® LEGO® League Jr. and FIRST® LEGO® League Core Values.  More information on FIRST® Programs at www.firstinspires.org

 

FIRST® LEGO® League Jr.

Job Description - Adult Facilitator:

■ Facilitates meetings and helps team to orchestrate the work

■ Assists the team in following Challenge instructions and guidelines

■ Administrative responsibilities such as registering teams

■ Support the learning process, while allowing team members to make critical decisions through the building and poster development processes

■ Desire to work with students 6-10 years of age

■ Season runs from May – April (regular season mostly late August thru mid-Feb; some variation, depending on team)

 

FIRST® LEGO® League

Job Description Coach/Mentor:

■ Help the team set realistic goals

■ Facilitate meetings and help the team to coordinate the work

■ Administrative responsibilities such as tournament registration and communication

■ Relay all aspects of FIRST LEGO League guidelines and rules to the team, other Coaches, Volunteers and parents

■ Desire to work with children 9-14 (in US; 9-16 in other countries)

■ Season runs from May – April (regular season mostly late August thru late-Jan.; some variation, depending on team - many run year-round, with fewer meetings in the preseason)

 

Contact Info@STEAMOn.net for more information!