Math and Science Teacher and Tutor

Fusion Academy; Hermosa Beach (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Math/Science Teacher to create a supportive, student-centered classroom. This role involves providing individualized instruction in various subjects, including Math and Science, while fostering critical thinking and emotional growth among students. With the potential for growth into a full-time position, this opportunity allows passionate educators to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment. If you are committed to nurturing students' academic and emotional needs and thrive in a collaborative community, this is the perfect role for you.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Tax-advantaged commuter benefits

Employee assistance program

Sick time and paid holidays

401(k) plan with company match

Accident and life insurance

Short- and long-term disability

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required; higher-level Math/Science background preferred.
• Experience with learning differences and mentoring is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one teaching in Math and Science for grades 6-12.
• Adapt instruction to meet individual student needs and maintain records.

Skills

Mathematics

Biology

Chemistry

Physics

Algebra

Geometry

Pre-Calculus

Calculus

Statistics

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Basic Computer Skills

Job description

Position Summary:

Our campus has an immediate opening for a Math / Science Teacher. This position provides a student-centered, supportive classroom that promotes resourcefulness, critical thinking, self-awareness, and inclusion while addressing the individual academic and emotional needs of each student through Fusion's differentiated approach.

Hiring immediately. $28.50 per hour. Starts part-time with the potential to grow into full-time.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Provide a one-to-one teaching experience in the areas of Math, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Geometry, Pre-Calculus, Calculus, and possibly Statistics at grade levels 6-12.
• Adapt and differentiate instruction for all students and create a classroom forum for holistic growth.
• Maintain complete and accurate teacher and student records.
• Develop and maintain genuine, positive, and consistent communication between parents and teachers.
• Contribute to and benefit from the campus community.
• Practice professionalism through ongoing professional development, reflection, and continuous improvement.
• Mentor students in addition to subject matter tutoring and teaching.
• Other duties as assigned (e.g., tutoring part-time students).

Qualifications Required:

• A minimum of a Bachelor's Degree is required for consideration, as well as a higher-level Math and/or Science background.
• Solid subject matter knowledge in a majority of these areas: Math, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Geometry, Pre-Calculus, Calculus, and possibly Statistics at grade levels 6-12.
• Teaching credentials are a plus but are not mandatory.
• Experience with students with learning differences and ADHD is a plus, as well as mentoring experience.
• The ideal candidate is outgoing, well-organized, competent in basic computer skills, and eager to work in a highly dynamic, energetic school setting.
• Candidate must be prepared to teach and tutor material at a high school level immediately.

Competencies Desired:

• Expertise in the relevant subject area.
• Understanding of learning differences and emotional difficulties.
• Ability to mentor as a positive role model.
• Understanding and support for each student's Formal Education Plan (FEP).
• Commitment to continuous improvement.
• Self-directed, proactive, intelligent, knowledgeable of curriculum and assessment, multi-tasker, problem-solver, with professional written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to connect with students with patience and compassion.
• Ability to manage stress and self-regulate during chaos and crisis, with a consistently positive attitude.
• Strong teamwork, passionate, genuine, organized, internally motivated, service-oriented, with the ability to reserve judgment and respond with curiosity and compassion.

Benefits:

Note that pay may vary based on location, skills, and experience.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees which generally includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• An opportunity to contribute to a Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Tax-advantaged commuter benefits
• Employee assistance program
• Sick time, paid holidays, and vacation in accordance with company policy and state law
• Accident and life insurance as well as short- and long-term disability
• 401(k) plan with company match, based on eligibility

We offer a package for part-time employees which generally includes:

• Sick time and paid holidays in accordance with company policy
• Tax-advantaged commuter benefits
• Employee assistance program
• 401(k) plan with company match, based on eligibility

This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. If a bonus applies, more information will be given at offer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, or sex.