Art of Problem Solving Academy Hiring for Elementary Math Teacher Job at Bellevue, WA Full Time

Teach math to advanced students at AoPS!

The AoPS Academy in Bellevue, WA is hiring Math Teachers (Part-Time) for the 2021-2022 academic year starting immediately. We are looking for outstanding instructors experienced in teaching math and working with elementary school students.

This position requires a minimum initial commitment of 3 hours per week (for teaching one course). Each course meets once per week for 1 hour 45 minutes. Please note that AoPS Academy is an after-school program with classes during weekday evenings and on weekends.

NOTE: This is an in-person position at our Bellevue campus location. We will be strictly following CDC guidelines for a safe reopening.

Job Duties:

Our teachers contribute greatly to the success of our students and are an integral part of our Academy family. This may be a great fit for you if you enjoy building relationships with talented students in a small classroom setting and making a direct impact on how they learn and approach mathematics. We are seeking dynamic, enthusiastic teachers with a strong math background and diverse teaching experience.

• Teach the AoPS curriculum in dynamic, participation-oriented classes that focus on instruction and developing skills, not on rote memorization.
• Actively engage students in the course material throughout each class.
• Expertly manage a classroom of 12-16 students maximum.
• Dedicate some time before & after each class for preparation and debriefing.
• (Optional with extra pay) Grade students’ work and substitute for classes from time to time.

Benefits:

• Paid Sick Leave
• 401K retirement plan with company match
• Employee discount on AoPS classes

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM-related field required. Master’s/PhD is preferred.
• Some experience working with advanced students, particularly in elementary school, is preferred.
• Availability during weekday afterschool hours or on weekends required.
• Candidates must be located in Bellevue or the Greater Seattle Area and must be able to commute to our campus.

Please note that in order to be considered for this position you must be legally authorized to work in the US. We are unable to offer sponsorship.

Job Type: Part-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Paid time off
• Referral program

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

COVID-19 considerations:
All staff members are required to wear a mask when meeting with students, parents, or other customers. Classrooms and public area will be heavily sanitized and cleaned throughout the day. CDC guidelines will be strictly followed.

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Bellevue, WA 98004: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• REQUIRED: Why are you interested in working with high-performing students at AoPS? Please tell us in 4-5 sentences.
• REQUIRED: In a paragraph or two, please describe your teaching philosophy, including a specific example of how you implement this philosophy in the classroom.
• REQUIRED: Do you need, or will you need in the future, any immigration-related support or sponsorship from Art of Problem Solving (AoPS) in order to begin or continue employment with AoPS? If “Yes, please provide more detail here, including your visa type and timeline (month and year of expiration).

Education:

• Bachelor’s (Required)

Experience:

• Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location:

• One location

Work Remotely:

• No

Work Location: One location