Summer Teaching Assistant - Elementary Math

About the role

The Teaching Assistant will support instruction, provide student support, assist with classroom management, assignment support, and foster learning in an engaging summer camp environment.

Responsibilities

• Aid instructors with company-created curriculum and materials
• Help advanced students grasp complex concepts
• Work one-on-one with students during class activities
• Provide additional help when needed
• Help maintain an organized learning environment
• Assist in managing up to 16 students
• Assist with grading and providing constructive feedback on student work
• Build relationships with students and staff members
• Encourage students' learning journey and academic growth
• Create an environment that promotes critical thinking and academic curiosity

Requirements

• 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 skills
• 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

Qualifications

• Not required prior teaching experience or education coursework

Skills

• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively

Benefits

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

Pay

$16.00/hour

Schedule (Summer)

• Multiple two-week camps between June - August
• Camp classes are held Monday-Friday for 3 hours a day, with both morning and afternoon classes

About AoPS

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 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.

Why Join AoPS

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

About AoPS Academy

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.