Math Teacher

Art of Problem Solving; Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 45,460 - 64,747; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick leave

Employee discounts on classes and programs

401k retirement plan with company match

Job summary

Art of Problem Solving seeks a part-time Math Instructor in Mountain View, CA, to teach advanced students in a collaborative classroom setting. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and strong content knowledge in math, with teaching experience preferred. Responsibilities include managing small classes, providing feedback, and fostering a love for learning. The schedule includes weekday evenings and weekends, with a starting pay of $40.00/hour. Benefits include paid sick leave and a 401k plan.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree is required.
• Strong content knowledge in math.
• Experience teaching or tutoring students.

Responsibilities

• Teach engaging curriculum for advanced students.
• Manage up to 16 students in a classroom.
• Provide feedback on tests and grade students.

Skills

Strong content knowledge in math

Experience teaching or tutoring students

Classroom management skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Bachelor’s degree in a STEM-related or educational field

Job description

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!

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.

Not Required

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

Schedule

• 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.

Campus Location

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

Why Join AoPS

• $40.00/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: 401k retirement plan with company match.

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.