Math Teacher

Leading Solutions LLC; Great Lakes (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commitment to diversity

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

Leading Solutions LLC is seeking a Math Instructor for the US Navy Recruit Training Command in Great Lakes, IL. This role involves teaching math concepts that relate to the ASVAB for recruits preparing for their Navy careers. The position offers a unique environment that values work-life balance while delivering a Navy-approved curriculum.

Qualified candidates will possess a bachelor's degree, classroom experience, and effective communication skills. The role also requires the ability to obtain a Secret Clearance and must be performed by a US Citizen.

Qualifications

• Must possess a bachelor’s degree, preferably in Math education.
• Classroom experience teaching middle school-level math or higher.
• Read, write, and speak fluent English.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance.
• Must be a US Citizen.

Responsibilities

• Teach ASVAB math topics in a supportive learning environment.
• Maintain an orderly and professional classroom atmosphere.
• Collaborate with FSPC instructors and Curriculum Developers.
• Manage study hall/tutoring time.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Resilience

Organization

Effective communication

Teaching techniques

Education

Bachelor's degree in Math education or related fields

Tools

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Math Instructor – US Navy Recruit Training Command, Great Lakes, IL

The Future Sailor Preparatory Course (FPSC) is a specialized program designed to provide recruits with the essential academic skills specifically targeting math concepts that are directly related to the ASVAB, a standardized test used by the military.

This role offers educators a chance to move from a traditional classroom setting into one that is mission‑driven and focused on supporting recruits who are preparing to serve their country. The impact you make will resonate long after they complete their training. Your guidance will directly affect their ability to succeed in their Navy careers.

Teaching math in a military environment requires strong instructional skills, the ability to adapt, motivate and engage individuals without taking anything home, thus gaining back your work life balance.

The Math Instructor position focuses on delivering Navy approved curriculum in a 1:30 classroom ratio including the following tasks:

• Teach ASVAB math topics including Word Problems, including but not limited to:
• Basic Arithmetic
• Decimals Computation
• Fractions Computation
• Using Ratios, Proportions, and Percents in Real World Situations
• Convert between Decimals, Fractions and Percentages
• Measures and Conversions (US Customary)
• Algebra Review: Single and Multi‑step equation solving, Simplifying with Exponents, Inequalities
• Geometry Review: Interior/Exterior Angles of Polygons, Pythagorean Theorem, Area and Perimeter/Circumference, Surface Area, Volume
• Test‑Taking Strategies: Time management, How to approach multiple‑choice questions, and Techniques for eliminating incorrect answers
• Use effective communication
• Use effective teaching techniques such as questioning
• Maintain an orderly and professional atmosphere.
• Discipline is managed by military personnel
• Manage study hall/tutoring time
• Collaborate with FSPC instructors and Curriculum Developers for teaching and delivery of Navy approved academic curriculum
• Use basic features of Microsoft PowerPoint and Teams
• Receive feedback professionally

Qualifications

• Must possess a bachelor’s degree, Math education preferred or related fields
• Classroom experience teaching middle school‑level math or higher; college teaching is acceptable
• Possess interpersonal skills, resilience, and organization
• Deliver content effectively, efficiently, and with fidelity
• Ability to gain familiarity with applicable Navy expectations/course curriculum
• Complete Navy‑specific training modules on the job
• Read, write, and speak fluent English
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance
• Must be a US Citizen

Other Qualifications

• Frequent use of hands and arms; prolonged sitting may be required.
• Specific vision abilities: close vision, color vision, and focus adjustment.
• Ability to interpret instructions involving multiple abstract and concrete variables.

Leading Solutions is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to ensuring a workplace free of discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, military or veteran status, and any other basis protected by applicable law.