Robotics Engineering Instructor & Curriculum Developer

About the role

As a Robotics Engineering volunteer, you will help shape the next generation of builders and problem-solvers. You’ll design beginner-friendly robotics curriculum, create slides and assignments, and guide students through hands-on projects involving drones, autonomous systems, precision movement, and gravity-based mechanics. You’ll also mentor students during MVP Week and Final Product Week, helping them transform ideas into functional prototypes and portfolio-ready demonstrations.

What You’ll Do

• Design and develop curriculum for our Introduction to Robotics & Autonomous Systems course.
• Create course materials, including slides, assignments, lab activities, and project templates.
• Teach or support live sessions with demonstrations, walkthroughs, and Q&A.
• Mentor students as they build robotics-inspired MVPs (Week 6) and final products (Week 12).
• Provide feedback on design, logic, precision, physics, and autonomy concepts.
• Introduce students to real engineering principles, including:
• sensors & actuators
• gravity & motion
• precision control
• autonomous decision-making
• drone flight basics
• Collaborate with the Program Manager to ensure curriculum quality and consistency.
• Support students during Demo Day, helping them present their robotics projects to stakeholders.

What You Bring

• Experience in robotics, drones, mechatronics, automation, or related fields.
• Familiarity with microcontrollers (Arduino, Raspberry Pi), robotics kits, or simulation tools.
• Able to explain engineering concepts in simple, engaging ways.
• A passion for teaching, mentoring, and empowering youth.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• (Bonus) Experience creating curriculum, slides, or technical documentation.

Why Volunteer With Outcome School

• Make a meaningful impact on youth exploring engineering and innovation.
• Build leadership and teaching experience in a supportive environment.
• Add curriculum design and robotics education to your professional portfolio.
• Join a mission-driven team that values creativity, precision, and community.
• Help students build real robotics-inspired products they can showcase to future employers.