Robotics Educator & Director of FIRST Robotics

Robotics Educator & Director of FIRST Robotics

Detroit Catholic Central High School – Novi, Michigan

Detroit Catholic Central High School, an all-boys Catholic college preparatory school, seeks a dynamic and innovative Director of FIRST Robotics & Robotics Educator to lead our rapidly growing competitive Robotics Program and teach robotics-centered courses in our STEM curriculum. This unique role blends academic instruction with program leadership , offering an educator and mentor the opportunity to contribute to shaping the future of Catholic Central’s Robotics program across the classroom, competition field, and community while preparing students for the rapidly increasing need for professionals in STEM careers.

Position Summary

The Robotics Educator & Director of Robotics will:

• Teach robotics, engineering and manufacturing courses.
• Apprentice with our Director of FIRST Robotics, learning about CC’s school-wide Robotics Program, including the Shambots Varsity and Shambytes Junior Varsity FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC) teams .
• Supervise mentors, manage program budgets, oversee build seasons, and coordinate participation in local, state, and worldwide competitions.
• Inspire, mentor, and support students in their development as innovators, engineers, and leaders.
• This position is a flexible full-time position teaching three to four classes a day and directing the FIRST Robotics program.

Key Responsibilities

Teaching

• Deliver engaging instruction in robotics-related courses, integrating design, mechanical systems, electronics, manufacturing and programming.
• Refine robotics curriculum aligned with best practices in STEM education.
• Incorporate project-based learning and real-world applications to deepen student understanding.
• Collaborate with STEM faculty to ensure alignment across the multi-year Robotics track.

Program Leadership

• Serve as Program Director for Detroit Catholic Central’s Robotics Program.
• Oversee and mentor both the Varsity and JV FRC teams , ensuring alignment and progression for students.
• Recruit, train, and supervise adult mentors, coaches, and volunteers.
• Manage program operations, including scheduling, budgeting, safety compliance, and facility use.
• Lead student recruitment, team organization, and community outreach events.
• Coordinate travel, logistics, and supervision for competitions and off-site events.
• Foster a positive, safe, & inclusive team culture grounded in Catholic values and the school’s mission.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, education, or a related STEM field. Master’s degree preferred.
• Experience teaching at the high school level or STEM related professional training.
• Demonstrated knowledge of robotics platforms and systems (e.g., FIRST Robotics, VEX, Arduino, CAD, CAM/CNC, Java, Python, C++).
• Proven leadership and organizational skills, including managing budgets, volunteers, and complex projects.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with students, parents, mentors, and administrators.
• Commitment to Catholic education and the mission of Detroit Catholic Central High School.

Why Join Catholic Central?

• Lead a nationally recognized Robotics program with strong participation and institutional support.
• Shape the next generation of engineers, innovators, and leaders through both teaching and extracurricular mentorship.
• Collaborate with a dedicated STEM faculty in a school committed to academic excellence and Catholic values.

How to Apply

Go to to download a Catholic Central High School Teaching Application. Email the completed application, your resume, and a cover letter to [email protected].