Math Teacher

Art of Problem Solving; Saratoga (CA); On-site; USD 57,859 - 59,236; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick leave

Employee discounts on classes

401(k) retirement plan with company 0%

Job summary

AoPS Academy is seeking a Part-Time Math Instructor for after-school and weekend classes at our Saratoga, CA campus. You will lead small groups using a company-created curriculum designed for advanced students, and foster active, student-led learning.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree (STEM or education preferred), strong math knowledge, and experience teaching or tutoring. Must be able to commute to the Saratoga campus.

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.

Responsibilities

• Teach Engaging Curriculum using AoPS materials for advanced students.
• Engage students and promote student-led learning.
• Manage classrooms of up to 16 students.
• Grade tests and provide feedback.
• Build relationships with students and families to support learning.
• Inspire love for math and critical thinking.

Skills

Strong content knowledge in math

Experience teaching or tutoring

Education

Bachelor's degree required

Bachelor's degree in STEM/education preferred

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 Bachelorâs degree is required.
• A Bachelorâs degree in a STEM-related or educational field is strongly preferred.
• Strong content knowledge in math.
• Experience teaching or tutoring students.

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 Saratoga location
• Candidates must be located in Saratoga, CA or the greater area and must be able to commute to our campus.

Why Join AoPS:

• 42.50 â 42.81/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

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 Kâ12 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.