{"id":5723,"date":"2025-08-27T15:18:09","date_gmt":"2025-08-27T20:18:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/techiefactory.com\/frisco\/?page_id=5723"},"modified":"2025-08-27T15:18:10","modified_gmt":"2025-08-27T20:18:10","slug":"fll-coach-mentor","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/techiefactory.com\/frisco\/fll-coach-mentor\/","title":{"rendered":"FLL Coach\/Mentor"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Job Description:<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Spend 2-3 hours\/week coaching\/mentoring teams for the FLL Lego Challenge.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Able to spend some personal time learning about the FLL competition rules, format, and Lego Robot designs\/solutions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Compensation -$20-$30\/hr for teaching time based on experience.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Prior experience with Robotics or Coding competitions is a PLUS.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Able to travel with teams for the qualifiers in Texas &#8211; HUGE PLUS.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Willing to dedicate time to help kids succeed &amp; Help the team set realistic goals.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Relay all aspects of the\u00a0<em>FIRST<\/em>\u00a0LEGO League guidelines and rules to the team, Volunteers and parents<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Desire to work with children 9-13. Must be 20 years or older.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Commits to stick with the teams until the end of the competition.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Key Responsibilities<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Team Leadership &amp; Mentorship:<\/strong> Guide and support students, fostering teamwork, critical thinking, and a positive, inclusive learning environment.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/search?client=safari&amp;cs=0&amp;sca_esv=ba24c2d2484ecd3d&amp;q=Robotics&amp;sa=X&amp;ved=2ahUKEwiC3Lqr5KuPAxWDpIkEHaW7EtoQxccNegQIDxAB&amp;mstk=AUtExfCctsrE9mqKNJ-EV_rFZzgh1JkF7LmEGPqzy7_77-xW0JrBf7-DKZrGe7_IV6qk9Xu15VGabItRalH7tMMtj5mb-yecttyZkVI8j_dg-ZUZMV89tXIA3THht5AkHjjj9iucorwy2yxiar8_6ISk6KsvvDIypvWhNJImD12269y5Vf5rV5CLuojKXHqv7g7XJ5V1U0jAn_1jedCyNh4SukV9_Q&amp;csui=3\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Robotics<\/a>\u00a0&amp; Programming:<\/strong>Teach and mentor students in designing, building, and programming robots using platforms like LEGO MINDSTORMS EV3 or SPIKE Prime to complete missions.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Project Development:<\/strong>Facilitate students&#8217; research, development, and presentation of an Innovation Project tied to the FLL season&#8217;s theme, encouraging creative problem-solving.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/search?client=safari&amp;cs=0&amp;sca_esv=ba24c2d2484ecd3d&amp;q=FLL+Curriculum&amp;sa=X&amp;ved=2ahUKEwiC3Lqr5KuPAxWDpIkEHaW7EtoQxccNegQIFhAB&amp;mstk=AUtExfCctsrE9mqKNJ-EV_rFZzgh1JkF7LmEGPqzy7_77-xW0JrBf7-DKZrGe7_IV6qk9Xu15VGabItRalH7tMMtj5mb-yecttyZkVI8j_dg-ZUZMV89tXIA3THht5AkHjjj9iucorwy2yxiar8_6ISk6KsvvDIypvWhNJImD12269y5Vf5rV5CLuojKXHqv7g7XJ5V1U0jAn_1jedCyNh4SukV9_Q&amp;csui=3\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">FLL Curriculum<\/a>\u00a0&amp; Core Values:<\/strong>Ensure the team understands and embodies the FLL program&#8217;s rules, guidelines, and Core Values, including sportsmanship and collaboration.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Competition Preparation:<\/strong>Help the team prepare for all aspects of the FLL competition, including the Robot Game, Project presentation, and Core Values judging.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Practice Organization:<\/strong>Plan and run weekly practices, manage the team&#8217;s schedule, and ensure progress on all program elements.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Communication:<\/strong>Maintain clear and open communication with students, parents, and program coordinators, providing regular updates on progress.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Equipment &amp; Logistics:<\/strong>Manage and maintain team equipment such as robot kits and mission mats, and coordinate logistics for meetings and competitions.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Role Modeling:<\/strong>Serve as a positive adult role model, encouraging resilience, creativity, and a passion for STEAM.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Skills &amp; Qualities<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Passion for STEM:<\/strong>An interest in or experience with STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) is beneficial but not always required, as coaches can learn alongside students.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Communication Skills:<\/strong>Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, and program staff.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Organizational Skills:<\/strong>Competence in managing schedules, organizing meetings, and coordinating resources.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Patience &amp; Encouragement:<\/strong>Willingness to guide, motivate, and support students through challenges.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Adaptability:<\/strong>Ability to facilitate instruction and foster independent thought and problem-solving among team members<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Please email frisco@techiefactory.com or rajeshb@onesunkulp.com<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Job Description: Key Responsibilities Skills &amp; 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