Date posted: September 22, 2026
Location: Ottawa
Pay: CA$20.00 - CA$25.00 per hour
Job description:
Robotics Coach & Mentor – Part-Time-contract
Kavosh AI & Robotics Academy is hiring multiple part-time Robotics Coaches & Mentors to teach and mentor students ages 8–18 in robotics, programming, AI, and competitive robotics.
This opportunity is especially suitable for university students, recent graduates, and individuals studying Engineering, Computer Science, Mechatronics, Robotics, AI, or related fields who are interested in flexible part-time work and hands-on experience in robotics education and competitions.
We operate across 13 locations in the Canada , and coaches may be assigned to different classes, students, programs, and locations based on their expertise, availability, and program demand.
You do not need to be an expert in every area listed below. We are hiring multiple coaches with different specialties and technical levels.
Responsibilities
Teach and mentor students ages 8–18 in robotics and programming
Lead hands-on robotics projects, challenges, and training sessions
Help students design, build, program, test, and troubleshoot robots
Prepare students for competitions including RoboCup, FIRA RoboWorldCup, and Enjoy AI
Support competition teams during training and competition events
Encourage creativity, problem-solving, teamwork, and engineering thinking
Collaborate with other coaches and technical mentors
Participate in workshops, events, and student recruitment activities where mutually agreed
Technical Areas
Depending on your experience, you may work in one or more of the following areas:
Educational & Junior Robotics
LEGO Education SPIKE
VEX Robotics
WhalesBot or similar robotics platforms
Scratch/block-based programming
Basic Python
Motors, sensors, and introductory robotics
Advanced Robotics & Autonomous Systems
Python and/or C/C++
Computer vision and image processing
Autonomous systems and robot navigation
Sensors and actuators
Arduino, microcontrollers, and embedded systems
Electronics and troubleshooting
Mobile/platform-based robots
Advanced Competition / RoboCup Robotics
Advanced programming and algorithm development
Computer vision and image processing
Autonomous robotics
3D CAD design and mechanical modelling
Circuit design, reading, and troubleshooting
Sensors, motors, actuators, and control systems
Robot integration, testing, and optimization
Previous RoboCup or advanced robotics competition experience is a strong asset
Hours & Scheduling
This is a part-time position with variable hours.
Depending on class enrollment, competition timelines, coach availability, and assigned programs, schedules may range from approximately 0–20 hours per week.
Robotics competition programs operate on different timelines throughout the year, so some periods may have significantly more training and class hours than others.
During the interview and onboarding process, we will discuss your availability, technical specialization, preferred locations, competition involvement, and potential class assignments. Coaches may gradually take on additional classes as programs and enrollment grow.
Competitions & Travel
Competitions are an important part of Kavosh’s programs. Our teams participate in robotics competitions that may involve local, national, and international travel.
Coaches may have opportunities to accompany and support students at competitions and gain valuable hands-on competition and travel experience.
Certain competition trips or activities may be offered as voluntary/unpaid experiences rather than paid working hours. Where applicable, coaches participating in these trips may be eligible for additional bonuses or incentives. Specific expectations, compensation, travel arrangements, expenses, and responsibilities will be communicated and agreed upon before each competition or trip.
Availability for competition travel is a strong asset, particularly for coaches assigned to competitive teams.
Workshops & Growth Opportunities
Kavosh regularly organizes free introductory robotics workshops and community events to introduce new students and families to our programs.
Coaches may have opportunities to participate in certain workshops on a voluntary/unpaid basis. These workshops also provide coaches with an opportunity to meet prospective students, demonstrate their teaching abilities, and help develop new classes.
As student enrollment grows, coaches who are actively involved in workshops and program development may have opportunities to receive additional paid classes and teaching hours based on enrollment, availability, performance, and program needs.
Qualifications
Currently studying or graduated from Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics, AI, or a related field
Experience in at least one relevant robotics, programming, electronics, AI, or engineering area
Strong interest in robotics, technology, and working with students
Good communication and problem-solving skills
Reliable, patient, responsible, and comfortable working with students ages 8–18
Previous teaching, tutoring, mentoring, coaching, or youth experience is an asset but not required
Experience with RoboCup, FIRA, Enjoy AI, VEX, FIRST, or other robotics competitions is a strong asset
Willingness to support competition teams and potentially travel is a strong asset
Who Should Apply?
We encourage applications from university students and recent graduates looking for a flexible part-time opportunity alongside their studies or primary work.
Whether your strength is LEGO robotics, programming, AI, computer vision, electronics, CAD, autonomous systems, or competitive robotics, we encourage you to apply.
Multiple positions are available, and applicants are not expected to have experience in every technical area listed above.
Please submit your resume/CV and highlight any relevant robotics, programming, engineering, competition, mentoring, or teaching experience.
Join Kavosh AI & Robotics Academy and help inspire, mentor, and train the next generation of robotics innovators and competitors.
Benefits:
Casual dress
Company events
On-site parking
Application question(s):
Do you have prior experience in any of the Robotics Competitions?(example: RoboCup, FIRA, WRO, VEX, Enjoy AI)
Experience:
Education: 1 year (preferred)
