Remote Part-Time Instructor - Competition Math
location_on4725, Kensington Drive, Kensington, San Diego, San Diego County, California, 92116, United States
Job Description
About the Role
Art of Problem Solving is seeking an Upper-Level Math Instructor to join their Virtual Campus team. This part-time position offers an after-school and weekend enrichment option for students, focusing on engaging middle and high school learners in a live virtual environment.
The role is designed for educators who prefer student-led instruction, fostering discussions where students do the heavy lifting. Instructors create an engaging classroom environment that encourages critical thinking and problem-solving, utilizing software such as Zoom to teach in a live virtual setting.
Day in the Life
Instructors teach enthusiastic middle and high school students in online classrooms, using AoPS curriculum to lead participation-oriented classes. The focus is on instruction and developing skills rather than rote memorization. Classes are small, with an average size of 12, consisting of top-performing students who are passionate about learning and motivated to succeed.
Schedule and Availability
Year-Round courses are offered late afternoons to evenings between 4pm ET and 10pm ET, Monday through Friday. On Sundays, classes run from 10am ET to 9pm ET. Summer camps are held Monday through Friday between June and August, running for 1, 2, or 4 weeks for 1.5 or 3 hours per day.
Location and Work Authorization
At this time, we are only hiring instructors who are located in and authorized to work in the United States. We are unable to offer sponsorship, including STEM-OPT and H-1B.
Work location
Work model: Remote
4725, Kensington Drive, Kensington, San Diego, San Diego County, California, 92116, United States
San Diego, California
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleTeach middle and high school students in online classrooms
- check_circleFoster engaging classroom environment encouraging critical thinking
- check_circleUse curriculum to teach participation-oriented classes
- check_circleConduct live virtual instruction using software like Zoom
Requirements
- verifiedBachelor's degree in a STEM field required
- verifiedMaster's degree or higher in a STEM field preferred
- verifiedExperience teaching or tutoring middle to high school students
- verifiedExperience with middle and high school math contests (AMC, AIME, MATHCOUNTS, USA(J)MO, IMO)
- verifiedAuthorized to work in the United States
- verifiedLocated in the United States
Benefits & Perks
Skills, education and keywords
Skills: zoom.
Education: Bachelor's degree in a STEM field is required; Master's degree or higher in a STEM field is preferred.