Middle School Robotics Teacher

Role Overview Academian is seeking a Subject Matter Expert (SME Reviewer) for Secondary Robotics Education to support the development, review, and validation of Career and Technical Education (CTE) course content throughout the development lifecycle. This role will support the following course: * Middle School Robotics The SME will provide subject matter expertise to ensure content accuracy, instructional quality, age appropriateness, and alignment with secondary robotics, engineering, and technology education standards. The ideal candidate has experience teaching robotics at the middle or secondary level and/or professional experience in manufacturing automation, industrial robotics, material handling systems, or related automation technologies. The SME will work closely with Instructional Designers, content developers, project teams, and client stakeholders to review learning materials, validate content, and provide recommendations that support engaging and effective learning experiences for middle school learners. Subject Area Expertise The ideal SME should have experience in robotics education, engineering technology, industrial automation, manufacturing, mechatronics, or related fields. The SME should be able to provide guidance and validate content related to: * Robotics fundamentals * Industrial and manufacturing robotics * Material handling and automated systems * Mechanical systems and robotic components * Sensors, actuators, and control systems * Basic programming and robot operation * Engineering design process * Automation and smart manufacturing concepts * Safety practices in robotics and engineering environments * Problem\-solving, troubleshooting, and systems thinking * Robotics applications across manufacturing and industry * STEM and robotics career awareness Key Responsibilities Content Review \& Validation * Review and validate course content for accuracy, relevance, and alignment with course objectives. * Review Course Design Documents (CDD), storyboards, lessons, activities, and instructional materials. * Provide detailed subject matter feedback, recommendations, and revisions as needed. * Ensure content reflects current robotics, automation, and engineering practices and is appropriate for middle school learners. * Identify content gaps, inaccuracies, outdated information, or opportunities for enhancement. Content Input * Provide robotics, engineering, and automation resources, examples, and industry best practices to inform course development. * Support instructional designers by providing real\-world applications and age\-appropriate learning experiences. * Recommend updates based on current robotics technologies, manufacturing trends, automation practices, and educational standards. * Provide guidance on learner engagement and instructional relevance. Assessment Review * Review and validate assessments for content accuracy, rigor, and alignment with learning objectives. * Ensure assessments appropriately m