Job Title:     Volunteer Youth Robotics Coach (VEX IQ Robotics Competition League)
Location:     Southfield, Michigan
Job Type:     Volunteer
Organization:     ckingknowledge Institute, a 501(c)(3) non-profit company

Overview:     We are seeking passionate individuals to volunteer as Youth Robotics Coaches for our VEX IQ League in Southfield, Michigan. As a coach, you will have the opportunity to inspire and mentor students aged 8-15, fostering their interest and skills in robotics and engineering. This is an unpaid position that offers a rewarding experience and a chance to make a positive impact on young minds.

 

Responsibilities:
1.    Conducting robotics training sessions for the VEX IQ League team.
2.    Providing guidance and support to students in designing, building, and programming robots.
3.    Assisting students in developing problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
4.    Promoting teamwork, collaboration, and sportsmanship among team members.
5.    Facilitating discussions and encouraging creativity during brainstorming sessions.
6.    Ensuring a safe and inclusive learning environment for all participants.
7.    Preparing the team for local and regional tournaments by organizing practice sessions.
8.    Attending team practices on Saturdays.
9.    Attending tournament competitions on Saturdays or Sundays, once a month.

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Qualifications:
1.    A genuine passion for STEM education, particularly robotics and engineering.
2.    Experience with VEX IQ robotics or similar platforms (preferred but not mandatory).
3.    Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage with children and teenagers.
4.    Patience, empathy, and the ability to motivate and inspire young learners.
5.    Reliable and punctual, with the ability to commit to the specified practice and competition schedule.
6.    A background check is required.

 

Benefits of Volunteering:
1.    To improve your skillset at the Professional level. 
2.    Add to your network, other professionals with similar cultural values.
3.    Invest into producing versatile engineers who will grow up and reinvest into you and your community.
4.    Receive letters of recommendations and a job reference.
5.    Receive access to knowledge and resources which will fuel your current and future endeavors.
6.    To carve our history from blank stone.
7.    To increase your good karma.
8.    To be the change you want to see in your community.
9.    To be amongst people who care about you and value your contributions.
10.    To move humanity towards world peace.
11.    To provide an educational system to Black, Brown, and Poor parents of gifted and talented children.
12.    To eat delicious food which has love in it.
13.    Establish the foundation for ckingknowledge Institute to serve your family for multiple generations.
14.    To break the cycle of poverty in peoples’ families.
15.    To increase the power of the people through nonviolence and by enabling youth to change the laws.
16.    Volunteer service recognition.
17.    Opportunity to make a positive impact on young students' lives by fostering their interest in STEM fields.
18.    Gain valuable coaching and mentorship experience, enhancing your leadership skills.

 

 

Application Process: To apply for the position of Volunteer Youth Robotics Coach, please submit the following to info@ckingknowlede.org:
1.    Your resume or curriculum vitae, highlighting any relevant experience or qualifications.
2.    A brief cover letter expressing your interest in the position and your motivation for volunteering.
 

Please email your application to info@ckingknowledge.org.  Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.  

Note: This is an unpaid volunteer position. The organization appreciates your dedication and commitment to supporting the youth robotics program.

We look forward to welcoming you to our team and working together to inspire the next generation of young engineers and innovators!