Lead Instructor / Shift Lead & Lead Teacher

Capital Region Math; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Positive impact on students' lives

Supportive, collaborative environment

No lesson planning outside the center

Leadership growth opportunities

Job summary

Capital Region Math, operating Mathnasium Westmere, seeks a Lead Instructor to guide students across K-12 math and lead a tutoring team. You will model strong instructional habits, manage session flow, and support instructors during shifts to ensure productive learning.

The role requires deep math knowledge, prior teaching or leadership experience, and the ability to maintain a positive, professional center environment while coordinating with center leadership.

Qualifications

• Mathematics knowledge across K-12 levels, calculus experience a plus.
• Previous teaching, tutoring, Mathnasium, or instructional leadership experience preferred.
• Clear verbal communication and ability to coach instructors in real time.
• Available for at least 4 of 5 weekly open shifts plus prep time before opening.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional leadership and teach students across K-12 math levels using the Mathnasium Method.
• Manage floor flow, seating, pacing, and transitions to keep sessions organized.
• Support instructors during shifts with real-time coaching and guidance.
• Monitor student progress, binders, and learning plans; flag concerns to center leadership.
• Maintain positive interactions with students and families; contribute to a welcoming center environment.
• Assist with center operations, materials prep, organization, and task completion.

Skills

Math proficiency

Teaching experience

Communication

Coaching

Floor management

Reliability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mathematics/Education or related field

Job description

Mathnasium of Westmere, locally operated by Capital Region Math, is seeking a highly motivated Lead Instructor, shift lead, or lead teacher to join our team and help us change the way children learn math. This role is ideal for a passionate educator with a deep love for math, a gift for inspiring students, and an interest in both teaching and leading.

This is a key leadership and teaching role that requires you to be an expert in mathematics across all grade levels, from elementary school through high school (including Algebra I & II, Geometry, and Pre-Calculus). You will be responsible for creating an encouraging and motivating learning environment, managing instructional flow, and leading a team of tutors.

During each shift, the Lead Instructor serves as the on-floor instructional leader and shift lead: helping manage student flow, supporting instructors with questions, monitoring student work, and keeping sessions organized and productive.

Our Westmere center is located in a convenient shopping plaza on Western Avenue with easy access from Albany, Guilderland, and surrounding communities.

Responsibilities:

• Instructional Leadership: Teach students across K-12 math levels using the Mathnasium Method while modeling strong instructional habits for the team
• Floor Management: Help manage student flow, help cards, seating, pacing, and transitions so sessions run smoothly
• Instructor Support: Serve as the first point of support for instructors during shift and provide clear, in-the-moment coaching
• Progress Monitoring: Monitor student binders, learning plan progress, and work accuracy, and flag concerns to center leadership
• Student & Family Experience: Maintain positive, professional interactions with students and families and help create a welcoming center environment
• Center Operations: Support material prep, organization, cleaning, and shift task completion as part of the center team

Qualifications:

• Math Proficiency: Strong command of mathematics from K-12, including advanced high school math, with calculus experience a plus
• Experience: Previous teaching, tutoring, Mathnasium, or instructional leadership experience is highly preferred
• Communication & Coaching: Clear verbal communication skills and comfort giving real-time support and constructive feedback to instructors
• Floor Management: Able to manage multiple students, priorities, and team needs at once while staying organized and calm
• Reliability: Must be reliable, punctual, and able to commit to at least 4 of the 5 weekly open shifts, plus preparation time before opening
• Education: A Bachelor's degree (or pursuing one) in a related field (Mathematics, Education, Engineering, etc.) is strongly preferred

Schedule:

Part-time: Must be available for at least 4 of the 5 weekly open shifts, plus preparation time before opening. Mon–Thurs: 4:00–8:00 p.m., Sat: 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.

Benefits:

• Competitive pay based on experience and qualifications
• Opportunity to make a genuine, positive impact on students' lives and educational futures
• A fun, supportive, and collaborative work environment
• No lesson planning or grading outside of the center!
• Leadership experience and career growth opportunities

Equal Opportunity:

Capital Region Math is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status.