Art of Problem Solving
Teaching Assistant - Math and Language Arts
Edtech.com's Summary
- Support instruction by assisting with curriculum and helping students grasp advanced math and language arts concepts
- Provide one-on-one student support during class and assist with classroom management for up to 16 students
- Assist with grading and give constructive feedback on assignments
- Build positive relationships with students and staff to encourage academic growth
- Must be 16 years or older with strong math and language arts skills
- Exceptional written and spoken communication required; familiarity with AoPS curriculum is a plus but not required
- Part-time role requiring weekday after-school and/or weekend availability during academic year; summer camps available with flexible scheduling
- Compensation is $16 per hour with paid sick leave, employee discounts, and 401k retirement plan with company match
- Position based at AoPS Academy Lexington campus; candidates must be able to commute locally
- No prior teaching experience or education coursework required
Teaching Assistant - Math and Language Arts Full Description
Join Our AoPS Academy as a 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 and language arts 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 (Academic Year):
- AoPS Academy is an afterschool program with classes in the evenings and on weekends. Candidates must be available to teach during weekday after-school hours (as early as 4pm) and/or on weekends.
- This position requires a minimum initial commitment of about 3 hours per week for each assigned class.
- Each course meets once per week for 1 hour 45 minutes.
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
Campus Location:
- This is an in-person position at our Lexington location
- Candidates must be located in Lexington or the greater area and must be able to commute to our campus
Why Join AoPS:
- Hourly rate $16/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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