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PODS200: Robotics Team Lead

CompanyJerseySTEM, Inc.
LocationRemote
Work ModeRemote
PostedJanuary 11, 2026
About The Company
JerseySTEM is a network of parents, professionals, students and educators whose goal is to promote excellence in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) education. We are dedicated to partnering with local schools and other organizations to create and enhance STEM-oriented educational opportunities as part of students'​ paths towards college and career readiness, and to develop effective STEM programs and initiatives that engage students and educators. JerseySTEM is also committed to bridging the gender gap in STEM education and sharing STEM-related opportunities with underprivileged students and communities.
About the Role

About JerseySTEM

All JerseySTEM roles are pro-bono (unpaid) positions.JerseySTEM is a mission-driven professional network of pro-bono contributors dedicated to improving access to STEM education and career pathways for underserved middle school girls in New Jersey.

Members contribute their professional skills and leverage their networks in service of the organization’s gender-equity agenda.Membership is a minimum six-month commitment of approximately six flexible hours per week and includes a $100 refundable deposit, returned after six months of active membership. K–12 educators, retirees, veterans, interns, and students are exempt from the deposit.

Overview

This is a pro-bono volunteer position.

 

JerseySTEM provides free after school STEM classes to underserved middle school girls grade 5-8

 

JerseySTEM is seeking a dedicated and skilled Robotics Team Lead to oversee and guide our robotics initiatives. This role plays a crucial part in our mission to provide STEM education to underrepresented middle school girls, fostering their interest and skills in robotics and technology.

Responsibilities

  • Work with Program Design Team Lead and Community Engagement Team Lead to define overall goal of the designated course
  • Manage and support a team comprising of Curriculum Designers to:
    • Research existing curricula
    • Curate existing material and develop new material
    • Develop Google Classroom Material in 10 lessons
    • Produce both Teacher and Student material
    • Organize and document “Train the Trainer” sessions
    • Deliver the training to the Program Instructors
  • Attend a weekly team call for collaboration (TBD)

 

Qualifications

  • Proficiency in robotics design, programming, and electronics.
  • Strong leadership and team management skills.
  • Experience working with middle school students or youth robotics programs.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
  • Problem-solving mindset and creativity in designing robotics projects.
  • Knowledge of STEM education principles and hands-on learning methods.
  • Comfortable using relevant software and hardware tools for robotics.
  • Collaborative and adaptable approach to teamwork.
  • Passion for promoting STEM education and gender equity.

 

Key Skills
Robotics DesignProgrammingElectronicsLeadershipTeam ManagementCommunicationInterpersonal SkillsProblem-SolvingCreativitySTEM EducationHands-On LearningSoftware ToolsHardware ToolsCollaborationAdaptabilityPassion for STEM
Categories
EducationTechnologySocial Services
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Robotics Team Lead will oversee and guide robotics initiatives, working with the Program Design and Community Engagement Team Leads to define course goals. They will manage a team of Curriculum Designers to develop and curate educational materials and deliver training to Program Instructors.
📋Job Type
other
📊Experience Level
2-5
💼Company Size
160
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
6 hours
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