Full Time Math Competition Coach

Think Academy U.S; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 103,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

H1B/OPT sponsorship

Medical insurance

401k

Job summary

Think Academy US in San Jose, CA seeks a Full-Time Math Competition Coach to join our Silicon Valley teaching team. This role combines classroom instruction with operations and curriculum development to foster leadership and growth within the education industry.

No prior teaching experience is required, but passion for education and a collaborative mindset will help you thrive. Competitive salary with opportunities for advancement and sponsorship considerations are available.

Qualifications

• Open to all majors; training and professional growth program provided.
• Previous teaching or tutoring experience is a plus.
• Experience participating in math competitions.
• Patient and empathetic with students; able to motivate and inspire.
• Excellent organizational skills and a strong sense of responsibility.
• Team player capable of collaborating with other teachers and staff.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute teaching activities including group classes and individual support.
• Teach short-term and long-term classes; hold office hours and provide 1-on-1 help; grade assignments.
• Develop tailored mathematical learning plans based on students' abilities and goals.

Skills

Teaching experience

Math competition experience

Patience & empathy

Organizational skills

Team player

Job description

Job Title: Full Time Math Competition Coach

Location: San Jose, CA

Job Type: Full-Time, Contract

Intended Start Date: As soon as possible

About Think Academy

Think Academy US (www.TheThinkAcademy.com), a 100% owned subsidiary of TAL Education Group (NYSE: TAL), is recently established education technology (Ed-Tech) company to provide PreK-12 extra-curricular learning services through science and technology. At Think Academy, we provide full cycle service to foster local children’s ability to think critically, to strengthen their logic skills, and to help them fulfill their goals through innovative teaching techniques. We believe Love and Technology can make education better. Each week, more than 6 million students are enrolled in TAL's online and offline education platform.

About This Role

This is a full-time position designed for those who are passionate in education and have the drive to grow into a future leader in education industry. The successful candidate will work alongside our Silicon Valley teaching team while also focusing on the operational aspects of our business. You will have the resources to become a great math competition educator and provide world-class teaching services to Think Academy students. In order to foster a well-rounded leader in the education industry, this role will also give you the chance to participate in Think Academy's business functions including operations and curriculum development. This role is ideal for those wanting to become branch directors, department managers, and even a part of Think Academy's global expansion in emerging markets. We welcome applicants from all different backgrounds as no prior teaching-related experience is required. With the right mindset, this position will strengthen your teaching abilities and leadership competency and be a stepping stone to your goals in the education industry.

Job Responsibilities

• Plan and execute teaching related activities which include:
  • Teaching short-term and long-term group classes in classroom setting
  • Hold office hours and provide 1-on-1 help
  • Grade students' homework and assignments
• Develop tailored mathematical learning plans for students based on their current abilities and goals, facilitating their enrollment in short-term or long-term courses

Requirements & Qualifications

• Open to all majors – we provide training and professional growth program.
• Previous experience teaching or tutoring students is a BIG PLUS.
• Experience participating in math competitions.
• Passionate about the education industry, and has the strong will to motivate and inspire students; must be patient and empathetic with working with students.
• Excellent organizational skills and has a strong sense of responsibility.
• A team player that is able to collaborate effectively with other teachers and staff.

Compensation & Benefits

• H1B and OPT sponsorship available!
• Annual salary: starting at $90,000/yr + Teaching Commission
• Enjoy benefits such as medical insurance and 401k
• Gain hands on experience in an education driven environment
• Potential for future employment opportunities based on performance

Think Academy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.