Math Teacher

About the role

We are currently hiring instructors for the academic year 2026-2027. 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.

Responsibilities

• Teach engaging curriculum using company-created materials for advanced students.
• Lead small classes once a week for 1 hour 45 minutes.
• Manage up to 16 students in a classroom setting.
• Provide feedback on tests and assignments.
• Build relationships with students and families.
• Inspire a love for learning and critical thinking in math.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree is required.
• A Bachelor’s degree in a STEM-related or educational field is strongly preferred.
• Strong content knowledge in math.
• Experience teaching or tutoring students.
• Classroom teaching experience at the K-12 level is preferred.

Qualifications

• Passionate about math and inspiring young minds.
• Expert in classroom management and student engagement.
• Ability to provide constructive feedback and build positive relationships.
• Willingness to teach in an afterschool program with flexible schedules.

Skills

• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Benefits

• Paid sick leave.
• Employee discounts on classes and programs.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.

Pay

$37.00 - $37.25/hour.

Schedule

Candidates must be available to teach during weekday after-school hours (as early as 4pm) and/or on weekends.

Campus Location

This is an in-person position at our Upper West Side location. Candidates must be located in New York City, NY or the nearby area and must be able to commute to our campus.

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 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!

Why Join AoPS

• Directly teach and inspire advanced students in small classroom settings.
• Foster critical thinking and a love for learning.
• Making a lasting impact on students' educational journeys.
• 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.

Future Planning

• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.