Teaching Assistant
Art of Problem Solving
| Company | Art of Problem Solving |
| Category | Operations & Admin |
| Location | Vienna |
| Remote | On-site (inferred) |
| Employment | Not stated |
| Level | Not stated |
| Salary | Not stated by the employer |
| Posted | 3 Aug 2026 |
| Last verified | 10 Aug 2026 |
| Source | Employer ATS (greenhouse) |
Description
Join Our AoPS Academy as a Math 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 (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
Our team is currently seeking candidates to fill the following classes:
Honors Math 1 : Students develop their number sense and begin to learn about place value . They are introduced to addition and subtraction and are encouraged to approach numerical problems in clever ways. Students play games, solve puzzles, manipulate shapes, and measure physical objects to build foundational understanding of mathematical concepts.
2026–2027 Academic Year | Aug. 23, 2026 – May. 23, 2027
Class
Day
Time (ET)
Honors Math 1
Monday
5:00 - 6:45 PM
Campus Location:
This is an in-person position at our Vienna Campus (8381 Old Courthouse Rd, Suite 130, Vienna, VA. 22182).
Candidates must be located in Vienna or the greater DMV area and must be able to commute to our campus.
Why Join AoPS:
Compensation: 17.50 - 18.06/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: 401(k) 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.
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