Math Teacher, Middle & High School, Part-Time

Job Description:

  • Deliver scheduled live math lessons via the school's LMS using Zoom, primarily during morning hours (e.g., 9:00–2:00 p.m.), plus flexible time for small-group or 1:1 support.
  • Bring math to life using real-world problems, puzzles, games, and interactive digital tools (think Desmos, BussMath, Kahoot, GeoGebra) to spark curiosity instead of dread.
  • Adapt pacing and delivery across concepts like algebra, geometry, statistics, and pre-calculus/calculus while keeping instruction fun and student-driven.
  • Use LMS tools (assignments, quizzes, analytics, discussions) to monitor engagement and deliver timely, actionable feedback.
  • Design whole-group, small-group, and individualized lessons that build genuine number sense and problem-solving confidence.
  • Experiment with new digital tools that promote active learning, gamified practice, and creative math exploration.
  • Complete grading on time and communicate progress with students and families.
  • Build strong relationships with students through consistent, encouraging communication.
  • Conduct orientation sessions so students know what to expect and feel motivated from day one.
  • Help students tackle math anxiety by making mistakes feel like part of the fun, not something to fear.
  • Analyze LMS data to identify students needing reteaching, enrichment, or extra challenge.
  • Provide scaffold instruction and differentiated practice to meet diverse learning needs.
  • Monitor attendance and engagement, following up quickly if a student starts to fall behind.
  • Maintain accurate, timely records of attendance, grades, communication, and interventions in the LMS.
  • Contribute to Personal Learning Plans documenting individual goals and accommodations.
  • Communicate regularly with students about progress, attendance, and milestones.
  • Collaborate with fellow teachers, advisors, and support staff for students with diverse academic and social needs.
  • Share creative math strategies and engagement tricks with colleagues.
  • Participate in team meetings and professional learning focused on improving online math instruction.
  • Support occasional virtual/in-person info sessions, family events, or STEM/math community activities.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree or higher required; majors in Education, Mathematics, or related fields strongly preferred.
  • Candidates actively completing a Bachelor's program in a math-related field are welcome to apply.
  • Experience teaching math at the middle or high school level.
  • Comfort with LMS platforms (Canvas, Schoology, Google Classroom, or similar) for instruction and grading.
  • Strong command of English and excellent communication skills for working with international students and families.
  • Proficiency with digital tools like video conferencing, collaborative whiteboards, and interactive math apps.
  • A knack for making math playful, relevant, and a little less scary.
  • Exceptional organizational skills and ability to manage a part-time online teaching schedule.
  • Professionalism, adaptability, and ability to work independently from a remote, distraction-free workspace.
  • Reliable high-speed internet connection.

Benefits:

  • Approximately 15–20 hours per week, focused on morning live sessions plus flexible planning/grading time.
  • Potential to transition to full-time.
  • Competitive salary aligned with qualifications and online teaching experience.
  • Fully covered tuition for eligible dependents enrolled as students.
  • A supportive, innovative team culture that values creativity, humor, and teacher input just as much as test scores.
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