Teaching Assistant

Art of Problem Solving; San Mateo (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick leave

Employee discounts on classes and apps

401(k) with company match

Flexible summer schedule

Job summary

AoPS Academy in San Mateo, CA is seeking a Math Teaching Assistant to support instructors with AoPS curriculum, work one-on-one with students, and help maintain an engaging, orderly classroom environment. The role emphasizes strong math ability, clear communication, and a collaborative team approach.

The position is in-person with afterschool and weekend availability, offering a $20.00–$20.63 hourly wage, paid sick leave, employee discounts, and a 401(k) with company match.

Qualifications

• Must be 16 years old or older.
• Ability to help advanced concepts.
• Experience with/interest in younger students preferred.
• Exceptional written and spoken communication.
• Positive and encouraging attitude that helps students feel comfortable asking questions.
• Detail-oriented and organized.
• Familiarity with AoPS curriculum is a plus.
• Prior teaching experience or education coursework not required.

Responsibilities

• Support Instruction: Assist instructors with curriculum and materials for advanced students.
• Student Support: Work one-on-one with students during class activities and provide extra help as needed.
• Classroom Management: Help maintain an organized learning environment and assist in managing up to 16 students.
• Assignment Support: Assist with grading and providing constructive feedback on student work.
• Build Relationships: Connect with students and staff to encourage learning and growth.
• Foster Learning: Help create an environment that promotes critical thinking and curiosity.

Skills

Strong math skills

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Organized

Experience with younger students

AoPS curriculum familiarity (a plus)

Job description

Join Our AoPS Academy as a MathTeaching Assistant!

Are you enthusiastic about supporting student learning and helping create an engaging, collaborative classroom environment? We have the perfect opportunity for you!

The Teaching Assistant will:

• Support Instruction: Assist instructors with company-created curriculum and materials, helping advanced students grasp complex concepts.
• Student Support: Work one-on-one with students during class activities and provide additional help when needed.
• Classroom Management: Help maintain an organized learning environment and assist in managing up to 16 students.
• Assignment Support: Assist with grading and providing constructive feedback on student work.
• Build Relationships: Connect with students and staff members to encourage their learning journey and academic growth.
• Foster Learning: Help create an environment that promotes critical thinking and academic curiosity.

The Ideal Candidate has:

• Must be 16 years old or older
• Possess strong math skills with the ability to help students navigate advanced concepts
• Experience with/interest in working with younger students strongly preferred
• Exceptional written and spoken communication
• Positive and encouraging attitude that helps students feel comfortable asking questions
• Detail-oriented and organized
• Familiarity with the AoPS curriculum is not required, but a plus

Not Required:

• Prior teaching experience or education coursework 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

• Honors Math 1- Tuesdays from 4-5:45pm

Campus Location:

• This is an in-person position at our San Mateo, California location
• Candidates must be located in San Mateoor the greater area and must be able to commute to our campus

Why Join AoPS:

• Hourly rate: $20.00 - 20.63 /hour
• Impact: Directly support advanced student learning by providing one-on-one assistance and helping students grasp complex concepts in an engaging summer camp environment
• Culture: Join a collaborative team focused on fostering critical thinking and academic curiosity while creating a supportive learning environment for motivated students
• Benefits: Paid sick leave, employee discounts on classes and programs
• Future Planning: 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Quality of Life: Flexible summer schedule with multiple two-week camp options, 3-hour daily commitment, and choice of morning or afternoon sessions

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.