Part-Time After School Math Educator (Hybrid - NYC/Canarsie)

About the role

BEAM Bridge to Enter Advanced Mathematics (BEAM) creates pathways for students from low-income, low-access backgrounds to become scientists, mathematicians, engineers, and computer scientists. We provide BEAM students the same access to high-quality preparation in STEM as their more affluent peers, and we invest deeply in our students' success, with programming from middle school through college graduation focused on joyous, exciting, and rigorous mathematics, building vibrant communities, and supporting students in key life transitions such as college admissions and financial aid.

BEAM has grown from a small summer program serving 17 students in the summer of 2011 to a year-round, national program, serving 450+ students at six summer program sites and 600+ students in year-round programming in New York City and Los Angeles this school year. In addition, our BEAM National pilot program now reaches around 1000 elementary-aged students in seven different states, working to create a new nationwide pathway modeled on our local work.

We've seen our students' successes first-hand, and it's backed by data: a quasi-experimental study found that students who attended our 7th grade summer program were 1.3X as likely to declare a STEM major as a matched comparison group.

About the role

We're launching a pilot after-school math program for 4th graders in NYC, and we're looking for educators who genuinely enjoy a good logic puzzle. This isn't about test prep. It's about creating a space where 10-year-olds can dive into "messy" math and develop the deep reasoning skills they'll need for the long haul. We provide the curriculum, but as a pilot instructor, you are a key partner in building the program. You'll lead weekly sessions, observe how students grapple with the material, and then meet with our team to help us refine the activities based on what actually happens in your classroom. We want to work with people who respect how kids think and are committed to making high-level math accessible to students who have traditionally been excluded from it. If you're someone who loves solving tricky problems and wants to help students realize their own mathematical potential, we'd love to have your perspective on the team.

Key responsibilities

• Running after-school clubs (50%)
• Making sure students attend and engage in the program (20%)
• Contributing to developing the pilot program (30%)

Qualifications

• At least two (2) years of teaching math, preferably as the main instructor regularly leading a classroom. Some experience must be with students in 3rd-7th grade.
• A commitment to equity and student-centered teaching.
• A growth mindset.
• An effective communication and collaboration skill.
• A passion for logic puzzles and problem solving.
• A strong understanding of and ability to break down math concepts up through Algebra 1.
• A flexibility and willingness to adapt during a pilot year of a program.
• Proficiency with Google Workspace.

Physical demands

• Constant (50%+) sitting/standing
• Frequent (26-50%) walking/bending

Application process

• Submit your application, including resume and responses to a few short application questions, via our online portal.
• Follow up with next steps, which may include a short 30-minute phone interview and/or sample projects so we can get to know you and you can show us your work.
• The final step of our process is a final interview with the team and reference checks as well as pre-employment (TB testing, fingerprinting, and background checks).
• The anticipated start date is August 17, 2026.

Commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion

BEAM is an equal opportunity employer and does not unlawfully discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of an individual's race (including traits historically associated with race (including, but not limited to, hair texture and protected hairstyles, such as braids, locks and twists)), ethnicity, religion (including clothing or facial hair worn in accordance with the religious tenets), color, sex, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, breastfeeding, gender (including actual or perceived sex, gender identity, and gender expression including a person's actual or perceived gender-related self-image, appearance, behavior, expression, or other gender-related characteristic, regardless of the sex assigned to that person at birth), sexual orientation, sexual and reproductive health decisions, national origin, immigration or citizenship status, status as a veteran, active military service member, or uniform service member, marital or partnership status, familial status, caregiver status, age (18 or older), predisposing genetic characteristics, disability, creed, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual violence or stalking, unemployment status, salary history, credit history, an individual's status as having a known relationship or association with a member or members of a protected category, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.