Engineering Design Coach

Role description for Engineering Design Coach

Help members to choose age-appropriate or developmentally appropriate activities
Encourage members to reflect on their learning
Identify community resources and connections to make this activity possible
Connect with club administrative volunteer to ensure there are supplies, procedures are followed, etc.

Foster positive youth development through leading a team in the 4-H Engineering Design Challenge (EDC).
EDC volunteers work with teams as “coaches” to create a safe, welcoming, and positive learning environment for all youth.

Work with teams and meet approximately twice/month for a total of 20-30 hours (or more) prior to the showcase of their machine at the local county fair or state EDC event.
Times and dates will be determined by coach and youth team members (along with parent/guardians).

People who enjoy group teaching and sharing knowledge and skills with youth
Effective communicators with youth, parents, and other adult volunteers and staff
Great delegators willing to work with other volunteers to plan activities

Be the spark that inspires the next generation of engineers or scientists
Opportunity to share your passion and be a mentor to young people
Receive training to enhance personal skills and knowledge
Opportunity for personal growth:
- Increased confidence
- Learn problem-solving skills
- Practice time management
Potential to gain technical skills that are transferable to professional work and community environments.
Satisfaction of contributing to positive development of youth, families, and community.

Jeremy Freeman, volunteer systems director, jeremyf@umn.edu, 612-624-6807

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