Art of Problem Solving
Summer Camp Teaching Assistant - Elementary Language Arts
Edtech.com's Summary
- Assist instructors with company-created Language Arts curriculum during summer camps.
- Provide one-on-one support to elementary students and aid classroom management for up to 16 students.
- Help grade assignments and offer constructive feedback.
- Engage with students and staff to promote academic growth and curiosity.
- Required to be 16 years or older with strong math skills and effective communication abilities.
- Experience with younger students is preferred; familiarity with AoPS curriculum is a plus but not required.
- Part-time role offering flexible schedules with multiple two-week sessions between June and August.
- Compensation at $17 per hour plus paid sick leave, employee discounts, and 401k with company match.
- Position based in-person at AoPS Academy Irvine; candidates must reside locally and commute.
- No prior teaching experience or coursework required; legal authorization to work in the US is mandatory.
Summer Camp Teaching Assistant - Elementary Language Arts Full Description
Join Our AoPS Academy Irvine as a Language Arts Teaching Assistant!
Are you enthusiastic about supporting student learning and helping create an engaging, collaborative classroom environment? We have the perfect opportunity for you!
The Teaching Assistant will:
- Support Instruction: Assist instructors with company-created curriculum and materials, helping advanced students grasp complex concepts.
- Student Support: Work one-on-one with students during class activities and provide additional help when needed.
- Classroom Management: Help maintain an organized learning environment and assist in managing up to 16 students.
- Assignment Support: Assist with grading and providing constructive feedback on student work.
- Build Relationships: Connect with students and staff members to encourage their learning journey and academic growth.
- Foster Learning: Help create an environment that promotes critical thinking and academic curiosity.
The Ideal Candidate has:
- 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
- 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
Not Required:
- Prior teaching experience or education coursework is not required for this position.
Schedule (Summer):
- During the summer, we offer multiple two-week camps between June - August
- Camp classes are held Monday-Friday for 3 hours a day, with both morning and afternoon classes
Camps Available for Teaching Assistant Support
- June 15 - June 26 - afternoons 12pm-5pm
- July 6 - July 17 - afternoons 12pm-5pm
- July 20 - July 31 - mornings 8am-1pm
Campus Location:
- This is an in-person position at our AoPS Irvine location
- Candidates must be located in Irvine, CA or the greater area and must be able to commute to our campus
Why Join AoPS:
- Hourly rate $17/hour
- Impact: 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
- Benefits: Paid sick leave, employee discounts on classes and programs
- Future Planning: 401k retirement plan with company match
- Quality of Life: Flexible summer schedule with multiple two-week camp options, 3-hour daily commitment, and choice of morning or afternoon sessions
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 is a program of Art of Problem Solving, a global leader in Kâ12 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.
- We have opened 20+ academies across the nation since 2016 and are still growing!
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.
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