Math Instructor

<p><strong>Join Our AoPS Academy as a Part-Time Math Instructor!</strong></p> <p>Are you passionate about math? Do you love inspiring young minds in an engaging, collaborative classroom setting? We have the perfect opportunity for you!&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>What You'll Do:</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>Teach Engaging Curriculum</strong>: Use company-created curriculum and materials designed for advanced students to lead small classes in math.</li> <li><strong>Engage Students: </strong>Actively involve students in each class or student-led learning.&nbsp;</li> <li><strong>Classroom Management: </strong>Expertly manage up to 16 students.&nbsp;</li> <li><strong>Grade &amp; Provide Feedback: </strong>Provide feedback on tests.</li> <li><strong>Build Relationships: </strong>Connect with students and families to make a lasting impact on their educational journey.</li> <li><strong>Inspire Learning: </strong>Encourage a love for learning and critical thinking in math.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Skills and Experience Requirements:</strong></p> <ul> <li>A Bachelor’s degree is required.&nbsp;</li> <li>A Bachelor’s degree in a STEM-related or educational field is strongly preferred.&nbsp;</li> <li>Strong content knowledge in math.&nbsp;</li> <li>Experience teaching or tutoring students.&nbsp;</li> <li>Classroom teaching experience at the K-12 level is preferred.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p><strong>Not Required:&nbsp;</strong></p> <ul> <li>A formal teaching credential is <strong>not required</strong> for this position.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p><strong>Schedule</strong>:</p> <ul> <li>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.</li> <li>This position requires a minimum initial commitment of about 3 hours per week for each assigned class.&nbsp;</li> <li>Each course meets once per week for 1 hour 45 minutes.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Our team is currently seeking candidates to fill the following classes for <a href="https://aopsacademy.org/courses/course/math-level-3">Honors Math 3</a></strong><strong>:</strong></p> <p>Students are introduced to fractions, expanding their understanding of numbers. They develop fluency with multiplication and division and explore two-dimensional shapes, estimation, and the use of variables. Regular word problems teach students how to translate between writing and mathematical symbols, and puzzles help students practice strategic thinking.</p> <p><strong>2026–2027 Academic Year | Sep. 12, 2026 – Jun. 12, 2027</strong></p> <table style="width: 29.0043%; height: 87px;"> <tbody> <tr style="height: 19.6023px;"> <td style="width: 27.51%; height: 19.6023px;"><strong>Class</strong></td> <td style="width: 23.8846%; height: 19.6023px;"><strong>Day</strong></td> <td style="width: 48.4091%; height: 19.6023px;"><strong>Time (ET)</strong></td> </tr> <tr style="height: 19.6023px;"> <td style="width: 27.51%; height: 19.6023px;">Honors Math 3</td> <td style="width: 23.8846%; height: 19.6023px;">Saturday</td> <td style="width: 48.4091%; height: 19.6023px;">9:15 - 11:00 AM</td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p><strong>Campus Location:</strong></p> <p>This is an in-person position at our <a href="https://aopsacademy.org/campus/lexington">Lexington Campus</a> (1088 Lexington St. Waltham, MA. 02451).&nbsp;<br>Candidates must be located in Lexington/Waltham, MA or the greater area and must be able to commute to our campus.</p> <p><strong>Benefits and Compensation:</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>Compensation:</strong> $36.00/hour&nbsp;</li> <li><strong>Impact</strong>: 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</li> <li><strong>Culture</strong>: 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</li> <li><strong>Benefits</strong>: Paid sick leave, employee discounts on classes and programs</li> <li><strong>Future Planning:</strong> 401k retirement plan with company match</li> </ul> <p><strong>About AoPS Academy</strong></p> <ul> <li>AoPS Academy is a year-round educational enrichment program.</li> <li>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.</li> <li>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.</li> <li>We have opened 20+ academies across the nation since 2016 and are still growing!</li> </ul> <p><strong>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.</strong></p>