Teaching Assistant

Art of Problem Solving • Pasadena, CA

3h • $16 - $17 • Onsite

About The Position

The Teaching Assistant supports AoPS Academy math classes by assisting instructors with company-created curriculum and materials and helping advanced students understand complex concepts. The role provides one-on-one student support during class activities, helps maintain an organized classroom for groups of up to 16 students, assists with grading and constructive feedback, and encourages students’ academic growth, critical thinking, and curiosity.

This is an in-person position at the Pasadena, California campus. Candidates must live in Pasadena or the greater area and be able to commute. The academic-year program holds classes in the evenings and on weekends; candidates must be available during weekday after-school hours (as early as 4 p.m.) and/or weekends. The current opening supports Sunday math classes from 10 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. The initial commitment is about three hours per week for each assigned class, and each course meets once weekly for 1 hour and 45 minutes.

The hourly rate is $16.00–$16.50. AoPS Academy is a year-round educational enrichment program offering math, science, and language arts to students in grades 1–12. The organization describes its classrooms as small, collaborative learning environments led by accomplished instructors.

Requirements

• Must be at least 16 years old.
• Strong math skills and the ability to help students navigate advanced concepts.
• Exceptional written and spoken communication skills.
• A positive, encouraging attitude that helps students feel comfortable asking questions.
• Detail-oriented and organized.
• Must be available for weekday after-school hours (as early as 4 p.m.) and/or weekends.
• For the current opening, support Sunday classes from 10 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.
• Must be located in Pasadena or the greater area and able to commute to the campus.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; sponsorship, including STEM-OPT and H-1B, is unavailable.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with or interest in working with younger students is strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with the AoPS curriculum is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist instructors with company-created curriculum and materials.
• Help advanced students grasp complex concepts.
• Provide one-on-one assistance to students during class activities and additional help when needed.
• Help maintain an organized learning environment and assist with managing classes of up to 16 students.
• Assist with grading and provide constructive feedback on student work.
• Build relationships with students and staff to encourage learning and academic growth.
• Help foster critical thinking and academic curiosity.

Benefits

• Paid sick leave.
• Employee discounts on classes and programs.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Flexible summer schedule with multiple two-week camp options, a three-hour daily commitment, and a choice of morning or afternoon sessions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed