AIME/USAMO Tutor

Alchemy Education; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Alchemy Education seeks an AIME/USAMO Tutor for a part-time hybrid role in New York, NY. You will deliver in-person sessions and remote instruction, planning problem-solving lessons, reviewing contest problems, and providing detailed feedback to high-achieving middle and high school students.

You will adapt instruction to individual needs, track progress, and communicate with families about goals and outcomes while collaborating on curriculum design and maintaining records in a respectful,

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in advanced competition mathematics, including familiarity with AIME and USAMO problem styles and solution techniques.
• Experience teaching or tutoring mathematics with ability to explain complex concepts clearly to students at different levels of preparation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to give constructive feedback and motivate learners in one-on-one and small-group settings.
• Ability to design structured lesson plans, create practice materials, and use both in-person and online tools effectively for instruction.
• High standards of professionalism, reliability, and organization, with consistent punctuality and accurate record-keeping.
• Bachelor’s degree or current enrollment in a degree program in mathematics, math-related field, or a closely related discipline; advanced competition or Olympiad experience is highly beneficial.
• Comfort working in a hybrid environment based in New York, NY, including availability for scheduled in-person sessions and remote teaching blocks.
• Commitment to an inclusive, non-discriminatory learning environment and respect for learners from diverse backgrounds and identities.

Responsibilities

• Plan and teach problem-solving lessons tailored to individual student needs.
• Review past contest problems and assign and grade practice sets.
• Provide detailed feedback on solutions and track student progress.
• Communicate regularly with learners and caregivers about goals and outcomes.
• Collaborate on curriculum design and maintain professional records.
• Uphold an inclusive, respectful classroom environment.

Skills

Advanced competition math

Math tutoring

Clear communication

Lesson planning

Professionalism & reliability

Hybrid work logistics (NYC)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mathematics or related field

Enrollment in math degree program

Job description

Role Description

As an AIME/USAMO Tutor, you will provide specialized instruction to high-achieving middle and high school students preparing for advanced math competitions. In this part-time hybrid role based in New York, NY, you will conduct in-person sessions at designated locations while also delivering some lessons and support remotely from home. Day-to-day responsibilities include planning and teaching problem-solving lessons, reviewing past contest problems, assigning and grading practice sets, and giving detailed feedback on solutions. You will adapt instruction to individual student needs, track progress, and communicate regularly with learners and caregivers about goals and outcomes. The role also involves collaborating on curriculum design, maintaining professional records, and upholding a respectful, inclusive classroom environment.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in advanced competition mathematics, including thorough familiarity with AIME and USAMO problem styles and solution techniques.
• Demonstrated experience teaching or tutoring mathematics, with the ability to explain complex concepts clearly to students at different levels of preparation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to give constructive feedback and motivate learners in one-on-one and small-group settings.
• Ability to design structured lesson plans, create practice materials, and use both in-person and online tools effectively for instruction.
• High standards of professionalism, reliability, and organization, with consistent punctuality and accurate record-keeping.
• Bachelor’s degree or current enrollment in a degree program in mathematics, math-related field, or a closely related discipline; advanced competition or Olympiad experience is highly beneficial.
• Comfort working in a hybrid environment based in New York, NY, including availability for scheduled in-person sessions and remote teaching blocks.
• Commitment to an inclusive, non-discriminatory learning environment and respect for learners from diverse backgrounds and identities.