Teaching Assistant for BEAM Entry Points After-School Math Club

Bridge to Enter Advanced Mathematics (BEAM), a project of the Art of Problem Solving Initiative, Inc., is seeking teaching assistants for our pilot year of an after-school math club that gives 4th grade students an opportunity to develop their problem solving skills and have fun with math.

Responsibilities

Assist the lead club instructor with classroom management and implementing curriculum; step into a mentorship role, building relationships with students and supporting their growth; supervise students during club while the lead instructor pulls students aside for one-on-one or small group conversations and vice versa; work with students on mathematics, both one-on-one and as a teaching assistant; support student safety during club and the transitions before and after club; provide feedback on clubs to Entry Points full-time staff

Requirements

At least 18 years old by the beginning of the program; authorized to work for an employer in the US; experience with elementary-aged children in a group setting; reliable; takes initiative; ability to balance fun with ensuring students meet behavior expectations; ability to commute to one Tuesday location and one Wednesday location; able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation; constant (50%+) sitting/standing; frequent (26-50%) walking/bending

Nice to have

Strong conceptual understanding of 4-8th grade math, especially fractions and integer operations; experience with math competitions and logic puzzles/games; prior experience with BEAM, either as a student or staff; classroom management skills; flexibility to go to at least 3 of the schools as needed; ability to relate to students and build positive connections through shared lived experiences