Director of Mathematics

Mathika; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Mathika seeks a Director of Mathematics in Los Angeles to lead instructional excellence across locations, shaping curriculum and focus. The role blends teaching with leadership, including recruiting and guiding part-time instructors, ensuring quality, and advancing curriculum development.

The ideal candidate is an experienced educator with deep mathematical knowledge, proven leadership, and a passion for nurturing students and teachers within a joyful, rigorous learning community.

Qualifications

• MS or higher in Mathematics or a quantitative field.
• Experience teaching or tutoring K-12 or similar levels.
• Demonstrated leadership ability (mentoring teachers, leading programs, or managing teams).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with students, teachers, and families.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Teach small-group math classes across assigned grade levels (K–12 as appropriate).
• Model high-quality, discussion-based instruction for part-time teachers.
• Recruit, interview, and hire part-time instructors.
• Train, mentor, and provide feedback to teachers to ensure quality.
• Collaborate on curriculum development and program design; oversee operations.

Skills

Mathematics pedagogy

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Student-centered instruction

Education

MS in Mathematics or quantitative field

Ph.D. in Mathematics (preferred)

Job description

The Director of Mathematics will lead instructional excellence at our Los Angeles locations and influence the mathematical curriculum and focus. The role combines teaching responsibilities with company leadership, including recruiting and managing part-time instructors, ensuring instructional quality, supporting curriculum development, and helping build a strong, joyful learning community.The ideal candidate is an experienced educator with strong mathematical knowledge, leadership ability, and a passion for nurturing both students and teachers.

Full-time

Key Responsibilities

Instruction (Approximately 40%):

• Teach small-group math classes across assigned grade levels (K–12 depending on expertise and passion areas).
• Model high-quality, discussion-based instruction for part-time teachers.
• Support a positive, engaging, student-centered environment.

Teacher Management and Operations (Approximately 30%):

• Recruit, interview, and hire part-time instructors.
• Train, mentor, and support teachers to ensure consistent instructional quality.
• Observe classes and provide actionable feedback.
• Help manage scheduling, class placement, and communication with families.
• Serve as an on-site leader to maintain smooth daily operations and address issues as they arise.

Curriculum Development & Academic Leadership (Approximately 30%):

• Collaborate with directors and advisors to refine and improve Mathika’s curriculum.
• Contribute lesson materials, problem sets, enrichment activities, and project-based modules.
• Help advance curriculum given Mathika’s learning philosophy and student needs.

Required qualifications:

• M.S. or above in Mathematics or another quantitative field.
• Experience teaching or tutoring students (K–12 or specific grade bands).
• Demonstrated leadership ability—such as mentoring teachers, leading programs, or managing teams.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; able to work well with students, teachers, and families.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities.
• Passion for building a nurturing, joyful, and academically rigorous learning environment.

Preferred qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Mathematics or another quantitative field.
• Prior experience in staff management, teacher training, or school/learning center operations.
• Experience developing math curriculum or enrichment content.
• Familiarity with student placement processes, assessment, and academic program design.

Compensation is competitive and commensurate with full-time academic roles. A full benefits package is included. Additional details will be provided during the interview process.