Math Instructor - Contest Math

<p><strong>Join Our AoPS Academy as a Contest Math </strong><strong>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>The Part-Time Instructor will:</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</li> <li><strong>Grade &amp; Provide Feedback: </strong>Provide feedback on tests and assignments</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>The Ideal Candidate has:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Bachelor’s degree is required</li> <li>A Bachelor’s degree in a STEM-related or educational field is strongly preferred</li> <li>Strong content knowledge in math</li> <li>Classroom teaching experience at the K-12 level is preferred</li> <li>Experience teaching or tutoring students</li> <li style="font-weight: bold;"><strong>Previous experience with math contests/competitions is strongly preferred, but not required</strong></li> </ul> <p><strong>Not Required:&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>A formal teaching credential is not required for this position.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Schedule (Academic Year)</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.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p><strong>The Northbrook team is currently looking for instructors for the following Contest Math Classes:</strong></p> <ul> <li>AMC 8/MATHCOUNTS Comprehensive Training: Mondays - 6:45-8:30 PM</li> <li>AMC 10/12 Comprehensive Training: Tuesdays - 6:45-8:30 PM</li> </ul> <p><strong>Schedule (Summer):</strong></p> <ul> <li>During the summer, we offer multiple two-week camps between June - August.</li> <li>Camp classes are held Monday-Friday for 3 hours a day, with both morning and afternoon classes.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p><strong>Campus Location:</strong></p> <p>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.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Why Join AoPS:</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>Pay Rate:</strong> $34/hour<strong>&nbsp;</strong></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> <li><strong>Quality of Life:</strong> Flexible part-time schedule with minimum 3 hours per week commitment, teaching during afterschool hours and weekends to fit around other commitments</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>Requirements for Employment&nbsp;</strong></p> <ul> <li>This position requires successful completion of a fingerprint-based background check prior to employment</li> <li>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.&nbsp;<strong><br></strong></li> </ul>