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Our programs help students develop creativity, confidence, teamwork, and real-world problem-solving skills through engaging, project-based experiences.\nPosition Overview:\nSTEM Space is seeking a FIRST LEGO League (FLL) Lead Coach to serve as the primary instructor, onsite lead, and organizational representative for an FLL team throughout the season.\nThe Lead Coach is responsible for the overall delivery of the program, including leading weekly meetings, mentoring students, coordinating assisting volunteers, communicating with STEM Space leadership, and ensuring a positive, safe, and productive learning environment.\nThis position requires an individual who is comfortable taking ownership of a program, leading a small team, and serving as the primary point of contact during scheduled team activities and competitions.\nThis position is ideal for college students, educators, engineering students, STEM professionals, and FIRST alumni interested in youth mentorship, leadership, and STEM education.\nResponsibilities:\nServe as the primary instructor and onsite lead for the FLL team\nLead weekly FLL team meetings and activities\nGuide students through robot design, building, testing, and competition strategy\nSupport students as they develop and present their Innovation Project\nFoster teamwork, sportsmanship, and a positive learning environment\nCoordinate and direct assisting volunteers during meetings and events\nCommunicate regularly with STEM Space leadership regarding team progress, needs, and concerns\nServe as a representative of STEM Space when interacting with students, parents, volunteers, community members, and event personnel\nAttend and coach the team at the official competition\nAssist with program setup, organization, materials management, and operational needs\nEnsure program activities are conducted safely and professionally\nTake responsibility for the successful delivery of the program throughout the season\nPreferred Qualifications:\nExperience with FIRST LEGO League (FLL), FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC), FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC), or similar STEM programs\nExperience working with youth\nStrong communication and leadership skills\nAbility to work independently and lead a small group\nAbility to supervise and coordinate volunteers\nBackground in engineering, robotics, programming, education, or STEM fields is a plus\nBenefits:\nGain meaningful experience in STEM education, youth mentorship, and program leadership\nDevelop leadership, coaching, teaching, communication, and team management skills\nBuild professional connections within STEM, education, nonprofit, and community organizations\nProfessional Development Opportunities\nEligible to request letters of recommendation and professional references based on performance\nOpportunities for future instructional, coaching, and leadership roles with STEM Space\nHelp inspire the next generation of engineers, innovators, and problem-solvers\nRequirements:\nMust be at least 18 years old\nMust be reliable, professional, and comfortable working with youth\nMust be able to attend weekly Saturday meetings and the season-ending competition\nMust be comfortable serving as the primary onsite leader for the program\nBackground check may be required\nLearn More:\nhttps://www.thestemspace.org/\nPay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour\nWork Location: In person","company":"Stem Space","rawCompany":"stem space","city":"Pasadena","state":"MD","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-07-21T12:13:31.678Z","occupations":[{"code":"25-3099.00","title":"Teachers and Instructors, All Other","slug":"teachers-and-instructors-all-other"},{"code":"25-3021.00","title":"Self-Enrichment Teachers","slug":"self-enrichment-teachers"},{"code":"27-2022.00","title":"Coaches and Scouts","slug":"coaches-and-scouts"}],"industries":[{"code":"611699","title":"All Other Miscellaneous Schools and Instruction","slug":"all-other-miscellaneous-schools-and-instruction"},{"code":"611620","title":"Sports and Recreation Instruction","slug":"sports-and-recreation-instruction"},{"code":"611710","title":"Educational Support Services","slug":"educational-support-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Lead Robotics Instructor","description":"Job Title:\nFIRST LEGO League (FLL) Lead Coach\nOrganization:\nSTEM Space\nLocation:\nPasadena, Maryland\nProgram Location:\nJenkins Memorial Church\n133 Riviera Drive\nPasadena, MD 21122\nSchedule:\nSaturdays, September through December\nExpected Commitment:\nApproximately 14 weekly team meetings\n2 hours per meeting\nOne official FIRST LEGO League competition (approximately 10 hours)\nCompensation:\n$55-$70 per meeting based on experience and qualifications, plus competition day pay(at matched rate).\nAbout STEM Space:\nSTEM Space is a Maryland nonprofit focused on hands-on STEM and technology education through robotics, engineering, maker activities, coding, design, and project-based learning. 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