Math Instructor - Contest Math

Art of Problem Solving; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 44,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick leave

Employee discounts on classes and 프로그램

401(k) retirement plan with company-m"

Flexible part-time schedule

Job summary

AoPS Academy Northbrook is seeking a part-time instructor to teach Geometry through Calculus and contest mathematics in afterschool and summer programs. You will use a curated curriculum with an emphasis on student-led learning, guiding small groups of up to 16 students in engaging math activities.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree (STEM or education preferred), with strong math knowledge and prior teaching or tutoring experience. A formal teaching credential is not required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required.
• A Bachelor’s degree in a STEM-related or educational field is strongly preferred.
• Strong content knowledge in math.
• Classroom teaching experience at the K-12 level is preferred.
• Experience teaching or tutoring students.
• Previous experience with math contests/competitions is strongly preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Teach Engaging Curriculum using AoPS materials for advanced students.
• Engage Students by involving them in class and student-led learning.
• Classroom Management of up to 16 students.
• Grade and provide feedback on tests and assignments.
• Build relationships with students and families.
• Inspire learning and critical thinking in math.

Skills

Math content knowledge

K-12 classroom teaching

Tutoring experience

Math contests experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree required

STEM/education field preferred

Job description

Join Our AoPS Academy as an Upper Level/Contest 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 and assignments


• 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:

• Bachelor’s degree is required


• A Bachelor’s degree in a STEM-related or educational field is strongly preferred


• Strong content knowledge in math


• Classroom teaching experience at the K-12 level is preferred


• Experience teaching or tutoring students


• Previous experience with math contests/competitions is strongly preferred, but not required

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.

The Northbrook team is currently looking for substitute instructors who can teach Geometry through Calculus and/or Contest Mathematics (AMC 8/10/12, Mathcounts).

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 Northbrook location. Candidates must be located in Northbrook, IL or the greater area and must be able to commute to our campus.

Why Join AoPS:

• Pay Rate: 32.00 – 32.25/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!

Requirements for Employment

• This position requires successful completion of a fingerprint-based background check prior to employment


• 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.