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Join Our AoPS Academy as a Contest Math Instructor! Are you passionate about math? Do you love inspiring young minds in an engaging, collaborative classroom setting? We have the perfect opportunity for you!  The Part-Time Instructor will: Teach Engaging Curriculum : Use company-created curriculum and materials designed for advanced students to lead small classes in math Engage Students: Actively involve students in each class or student-led learning  Classroom Management: Expertly manage up to 16 students Grade & Provide Feedback: Provide feedback on tests and assignments Build Relationships: Connect with students and families to make a lasting impact on their educational journey Inspire Learning: Encourage a love for learning and critical thinking in math The Ideal Candidate has: Bachelor’s degree is required A Bachelor’s degree in a STEM-related or educational field is strongly preferred Strong content knowledge in math Classroom teaching experience at the K-12 level is preferred Experience teaching or tutoring students Previous experience with math contests/competitions is strongly preferred, but not required Not Required:  A formal teaching credential 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.  The Northbrook team is currently looking for instructors for the following Contest Math Classes: AMC 8/MATHCOUNTS Comprehensive Training: Mondays - 6:45-8:30 PM AMC 10/12 Comprehensive Training: Tuesdays - 6:45-8:30 PM 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 Northbrook location. Candidates must be located in Northbrook, IL or the greater area and must be able to commute to our campus.  Why Join AoPS: Pay Rate: 32.00 – 32.25/hour Impact : Directly teach and inspire advanced students in small classroom settings, fostering critical thinking and a love for learning while making a lasting impact on students' educational journeys Culture : Join a team of passionate educators dedicated to discovering, inspiring, and training the great problem solvers of the next generation through engaging, student-led learning Benefits : Paid sick leave, employee discounts on classes and programs Future Planning: 401(k) retirement plan with company match Quality of Life: Flexible part-time schedule with minimum 3 hours per week commitment, teaching during afterschool hours and weekends to fit around other commitments 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 K–12 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! Requirements for Employment