Instructor

Temple Ventures•Washington, DC

5d•$13 - $16

About The Position

The Mathnasium Instructor delivers mathematical instruction to students using the Mathnasium method and provides exceptional customer service by responding to each student’s individual needs. Instructors build students’ confidence and self-esteem through successful learning experiences and carefully selected materials. They work collaboratively in a team-teaching environment, communicating with colleagues to address student needs. The position is managed by the Center Director. Instructors teach students using Mathnasium methodology and terminology, encourage and motivate them, evaluate and document progress, correct work, and give constructive feedback. They maintain student attention and positive behavior, communicate student needs to center leadership and instructional staff, and may assist with cleaning, administrative work, curriculum preparation, and other assigned duties. Instructors must be available at least three days per week for shifts of 3–4 hours, maintain availability during operating hours, and periodically attend special events and staff meetings. Within one month of hire, they must complete 10 Mathnasium modules, accompanying assignments, and 10 hours of instructional practice shifts. The role also includes customer service, student safety, and housekeeping duties, such as keeping teaching areas and student binders organized and completing the instructor checklist.

Requirements

Passion for mathematics and strong math skills through Algebra I.
Instructors working with high school students must also excel in Geometry, Algebra II, Trigonometry, and Calculus.
Willingness to successfully complete training and apply new skills to teach using the Mathnasium method.
Ability to interact well with students, inspire them, establish a fun learning environment, and demonstrate enthusiasm for teaching math.
Ability to build relationships with students and keep them engaged.
Ability to move among students and track multiple instructional lessons occurring concurrently.
Ability to evaluate and document progress, correct work, and provide constructive feedback using positive reinforcement.
Ability to interact professionally and in a friendly manner with parents, students, and coworkers.
Availability at least three days per week for 3–4-hour shifts.
Ability to complete required training within one month of hire.

Responsibilities

Teach mathematics using Mathnasium methodology, terminology, and prescribed teaching practices.
Encourage, motivate, and engage students during instructional sessions.
Evaluate and document student progress; correct student work and provide positive, constructive feedback.
Maintain student attention, redirect distracted students, and manage behavior to support a positive learning environment.
Communicate student needs to center leadership and instructional staff in a team-teaching environment.
Assist with non-teaching duties such as cleaning, administrative assistance, curriculum preparation, and other assigned tasks.
Conduct yourself in a friendly, responsible, and professional manner while representing Mathnasium; be reliable and follow through on commitments.
Maintain availability during operating hours and periodically for special events and staff meetings; continue developing as an instructor and retain training and staff-development information.
Use appropriate teaching approaches, including prerequisite knowledge, extension of learning, Socratic questioning, direct teaching, mental math, and concise explanations.
Help students recognize their thinking processes, use schoolwork time effectively, and progress when they have mastered material.
Manage student visits and facilitate appropriate student behavior.
Interact appropriately with students upon arrival, monitor the center environment for student safety, and communicate Mathnasium’s value to others.
Help students maintain organized binders, keep the teaching area clean and organized, clean it thoroughly at the end of each shift, and complete the instructor checklist.
Complete 10 Mathnasium training modules and accompanying assignments, plus 10 hours of instructional practice shifts within one month of hire.