Math Assistants (multiple positions) [SY26-27]

Young World Physical Education; Malden (MA); On-site; USD 31,822 - 45,323; Part time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in Malden seeks a Part-Time Math Assistant to provide essential math instruction to at-risk students. This role involves designing support and collaborating with classroom teachers and specialists.

Qualified candidates should have a background in urban education and strong interpersonal skills, with preferred qualifications including a Massachusetts license in Mathematics or Elementary Education. The position offers $28 per hour for up to 19 hours a week and starts at the beginning of the 2026-27 school year.

Qualifications

• Experience working in diverse educational settings.
• Ability to collaborate with specialists and teachers.
• Strong communication skills with students and staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide intervention services to at-risk children in math.
• Participate in designing appropriate Math support.
• Conduct individual diagnostic testing of students.
• Share observations of student performance with colleagues.
• Attend initial training prior to start date.

Skills

Experience working with children

Urban education experience

Collaborative and strong interpersonal skills

Strong math skills

Education

MA DESE licensed Mathematics

Early Childhood Education or Elementary Teacher

Job description

Job Description

District Overview:

Overview of the Malden Public Schools: The Malden Public Schools (MPS) is a richly diverse school district located within the Greater Boston area and accessible by the MBTA orange line train. Malden’s student body comprises approximately 6,800 students who represent 59 different countries and speak 67 different languages. We have 1 early learning center, 5 K-8 schools, and 1 high school. We are committed to providing high expectations for all learners through rigorous instruction and culturally responsive practices and pedagogy. MPS is a safe, welcoming, and collaborative district where we encourage and embrace a growth mindset. We believe that our diversity is an asset, and we are seeking candidates that reflect, embrace, and contribute to the strengths of our community.

Description:

The Math Assistant will provide math instruction to an identified at-risk population. The Math Assistant will work with the specialists, school Math coach, and the classroom teachers to design and teach intervention lessons that meet the specific needs of small groups or individual students.

Responsibilities:

• Provide intervention services to at-risk children in math in order to accelerate their Math skills.
• Participate with the specialists and the classroom teachers to design appropriate Math support to meet student needs.
• Conduct individual diagnostic testing of students and analyze results with the school’s Math coach.
• Assist in administering appropriate testing of students and the analysis of results.
• Meet with the specialists and classroom teachers to share observations of student performance and progress.
• Participate in training sessions provided onsite by the grant.
• Collaborate with colleagues at regular meetings.
• Participate in other related tasks.
• Attend initial training (paid) prior to start date.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience working with children, urban education, and a diverse setting
• Collaborative and strong interpersonal skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experienced teacher, tutor, or paraprofessional with strong math skills
• MA DESE licensed Mathematics (Preferred), Early Childhood Education or Elementary Teacher

Reports to: Building Principal, Director of STEM

Hours and Salary: Up to 19 hours per week at $28 per hour

Funding Source: Title I Grant

Start Date: Approximate beginning of the 2026-27 school year

End Date: Approximate ending of the 2026-27 school year

Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: $28 per hour

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Malden Public Schools is committed to cultivating an ethnically, racially, and linguistically diverse and inclusive environment where different backgrounds and perspectives are celebrated. We believe the differences within our environment will positively impact student outcomes and benefit our employees and community. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required