Math Instructor

AoPS Incorporated; Irvine (CA); Hybrid; USD 51,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick leave

Employee discounts on classes and

401(k) retirement plan with company

Flexible part-time schedule

Job summary

AoPS Academy is seeking a passionate part-time Math Instructor for its Irvine campus. You will teach engaging math curricula to small groups, manage classrooms, and provide feedback on assessments, all while building strong connections with students and families.

A Bachelor’s degree is required, with STEM or education fields preferred. Positions are afterschool and weekend oriented, with a minimum commitment of about 3 hours per week per class and a pay rate of 37.00–37.25 USD per hour.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Bachelor's degree in STEM-related or educational field strongly preferred.
• Strong content knowledge in math.
• Experience teaching or tutoring students.
• Classroom teaching experience at the K-12 level preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach engaging curriculum using company-provided materials for advanced students.
• Engage students and foster active participation in class.
• Manage classrooms with up to 16 students.
• Grade tests and provide feedback to students.
• Build relationships with students and families to support learning journeys.
• Inspire a love for learning and critical thinking in math.

Skills

Strong content knowledge in math

Teaching or tutoring experience

K-12 classroom experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

STEM/education field preferred

Job description

Need more information about an AoPS Academy course?

Join Our AoPS Academy as a Math Instructor!

Are you passionate about math? Do you love inspiring young minds in an engaging, collaborative classroom setting? We have the perfect opportunity for you! Please note: The team is currently looking for substitute instructors at the moment

The Part-Time Instructor will:

• Teach Engaging Curriculum: Use company-created curriculum and materials designed for advanced students to lead small classes in math.
• Engage Students: Actively involve students in each class or student-led learning.
• Classroom Management: Expertly manage up to 16 students.
• Grade & Provide Feedback: Provide feedback on tests.
• Build Relationships: Connect with students and families to make a lasting impact on their educational journey.
• Inspire Learning: Encourage a love for learning and critical thinking in math.

The Ideal Candidate has:

• A Bachelor’s degree is required.
• A Bachelor’s degree in a STEM-related or educational field is strongly preferred.
• Strong content knowledge in math.
• Experience teaching or tutoring students.
• Classroom teaching experience at the K-12 level is preferred.

The team is looking for teachers who are comfortable teaching elementary math courses and/or upper-level math classes.

Not Required:

• A formal teaching credential is not required for this position.

Schedule (Academic Year)

• AoPS Academy is an afterschool program with classes in the evenings and on weekends. Candidates must be available to teach during weekday after-school hours (as early as 4pm) and/or on weekends.
• This position requires a minimum initial commitment of about 3 hours per week for each assigned class.
• Each course meets once per week for 1 hour 45 minutes.

Schedule (Summer)

• During the summer, we offer multiple two-week camps between June - August.
• Camp classes are held Monday-Friday for 3 hours a day, with both morning and afternoon classes.

Campus Location

This is an in-person position at our Irvine location. Candidates must be located in Irvine, CA or the greater area and must be able to commute to our campus.

Why Join AoPS

• Pay Rate: 37.00 – 37.25/hour
• Impact: Directly teach and inspire advanced students in small classroom settings, fostering critical thinking and a love for learning while making a lasting impact on students' educational journeys
• Culture: Join a team of passionate educators dedicated to discovering, inspiring, and training the great problem solvers of the next generation through engaging, student-led learning
• Benefits: Paid sick leave, employee discounts on classes and programs
• Future Planning: 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Quality of Life:Flexible part-time schedule with minimum 3 hours per week commitment, teaching during afterschool hours and weekends to fit around other commitments

About AoPS Academy

• AoPS Academy is a year-round educational enrichment program.
• Since 1993, AoPS has prepared hundreds of thousands of students for college and career success through engaging curriculum, expert online instruction, and local, in-person academies.
• AoPS Academy is a program of Art of Problem Solving, a global leader in K–12 advanced education. AoPS Academy brings the AoPS methodology to small live physical and virtual classrooms. We offer a world-class curriculum in math, science, and language arts for students in grades 1-12, creating an environment where exploration meets challenge, right in your local neighborhood. Students learn in small classes led by accomplished instructors and collaborate with a peer group who share their passion for learning.
• We have opened 20+ academies across the nation since 2016 and are still growing!

In order to be considered for this position you must be legally authorized to work in the US. We are unable to offer sponsorship, including STEM-OPT and H-1B.