Mathematics Instructor

How would you like to teach a small classroom full of your very best students? AoPS Academy is always looking for experienced and energetic instructors to teach high-performing students in our after-school environment. Every year the Art of Problem Solving book series and website trains the very best math students from around the world, including our own United States International Math Olympiad team. AoPS Academy brings this expertise to the classroom, where you will be working with top students and using a curriculum designed specifically for their needs. Teaching with us allows you to:

• Teach in dynamic, participation-oriented classes that focus on inquiry and problem-solving, not rote memorization and repetition.
• Work in small classes with top performing elementary, middle, and high school students who are passionate about math and motivated to succeed.
• Spend your time teaching, not grading or dealing with administrative issues.
• Work in a flexible, family-friendly company with a strong sense of mission.
• Teach as few or as many classes as you wish. Academic year classes meet once per week and summer classes meet every weekday for two weeks

Requirements

• Applicants must have a solid background in mathematics.
• A bachelor's degree in a STEM field is required. A master's degree or higher in a STEM field is preferred.
• Teaching experience, particularly experience working with high-performing, advanced students, is a big plus.

How To Apply

Send your resume to jobs-gaithersburg@aopsacademy.org, and describe the math level and amount of teaching you'd like. Additionally, let us know if you’re applying for the academic year or for summer.

Language Arts Instructor

How would you like to teach a small classroom full of your very best students? AoPS Academy is always looking for experienced and energetic instructors to teach high-performing students in our after-school environment. You will be working with top students, using a curriculum designed specifically for their needs. Our rigorous, comprehensive curriculum integrates grammar, vocabulary, and writing instruction. We give our students the best education possible to succeed as writers and scholars. Teaching at AoPS Academy allows you to:

• Teach in dynamic, participation-oriented classes that focus on inquiry and rigorous study of language.
• Work in small classes with top performing elementary, middle, and high school students who are passionate about learning and motivated to succeed.
• Spend your time teaching, not grading or dealing with administrative issues.
• Work in a flexible, family-friendly company with a strong sense of mission.
• Teach as few or as many classes as you wish. Academic year classes meet once per week and summer classes meet every weekday for two weeks

Requirements

• Applicants must have a solid background in English and language arts.
• A bachelor's degree in a humanities field is required, ideally related to language arts. A master's degree or higher is preferred.
• Teaching experience, particularly experience working with high-performing, advanced students, is a big plus.

Must have a solid background in English and language arts. A bachelor's degree in a humanities field is required, ideally related to language arts. A master's degree or higher is preferred. Teaching experience, particularly experience working with advanced students, is a big plus. Must be able to work well with enthusiastic, high-performing students.

How To Apply

Send your resume to jobs-gaithersburg@aopsacademy.org, and describe the grade level and amount of teaching you'd like. Additionally, let us know if you're applying for the academic year or for summer.

Physics Instructor

How would you like to teach a small classroom full of your very best students? AoPS Academy is always looking for experienced and energetic instructors to teach high-performing students in our after-school environment. Every year the Art of Problem Solving book series and website trains the very best math and physics students from around the world, including those preparing for the US National Physics Olympiad (USAPhO) and the International Physics Olympiad (IPhO). AoPS Academy brings this expertise to the classroom, where you will be working with top students and using a curriculum designed specifically for their needs. Teaching with us allows you to:

• Teach in dynamic, participation-oriented classes that focus on inquiry and problem-solving, not rote memorization and repetition.
• Work in small classes with top performing elementary, middle, and high school students who are passionate about math and motivated to succeed.
• Spend your time teaching, not grading or dealing with administrative issues.
• Work in a flexible, family-friendly company with a strong sense of mission.
• Teach as few or as many classes as you wish. Academic year classes meet once per week and summer classes meet every weekday for two weeks

Requirements

• Applicants must have a solid background in mathematics.
• A bachelor's degree in a STEM-related field is required, preferably in physics or engineering. A master's degree or higher is preferred.
• Must have a solid academic background in mathematics, physics, and/or engineering.
• The ability to facilitate regular hands-on activities and enforce labratory safety rules is required. Experience teaching in a hands-on environment is preferred.
• Teaching experience, particularly working with advanced students, is a big plus.

How To Apply

Send your resume and cover letter to jobs-gaithersburg@aopsacademy.org and let us know the amount of teaching you'd like. Additionally, let us know if you’re applying for the academic year or for summer.

Summer Teaching Assistant

AoPS Academy is looking to hire teaching assistants for our summer courses. This is a great opportunity for young adults who want to work with motivated younger students, contribute to the AoPS Academy community, and earn some extra cash.

Teaching assistants (TAs) are expected to:

• Work with students individually or in small groups and provide feedback.
• Help keep the class engaged and focused.
• Collaborate with the instructor to create an excellent experience for all students.

Candidates must be 16 years old or older and have strong language arts or math content knowledge. Familiarity with the AoPS curriculum and experience working with children are big pluses.

How To Apply

Interested candidates should email the following to jobs-gaithersburg@aopsacademy.org:

• A copy of your most recent report card.
• Any relevant test scores (e.g. standardized tests, contests, etc).
• One teacher reference or one prior employer reference - please provide an email address.
• Please also indicate whether you are interested in being a TA for math, language arts, or both.