Part-Time Instructor at Art of Problem Solving - Santa Clara County

Application Deadline

4/26/2026 11:55 PM Pacific

Date Posted
2/24/2026
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Single Rate
$40 Per Hour
Length of Work Year
Year Round
Employment Type
Part Time
Job Description / Essential Elements:    Print   

Join one of our South Bay AoPS Academies as a Part-Time Math or Language Arts Instructor — or explore Summer Camp Instructor opportunities across multiple South Bay locations! See below for a full list of our academies.

       AoPS Academy - Mountain View

       AoPS Academy - Santa Clara

       AoPS Academy - Saratoga

       AoPS Academy - San Mateo

       AoPS Academy - Fremont

       AoPS Academy - Pleasanton

 

The Part-Time Instructor will:

       Teach Engaging Curriculum: Use company-created curriculum and materials designed for advanced students to lead small classes in language arts.

       Engage Students: Actively involve students in each class or student-led learning.

       Classroom Management: Expertly manage up to 16 students.

       Grade & Provide Feedback: Provide feedback on tests and assignments.

       Build Relationships: Connect with students and families to make a lasting impact on their educational journey.

       Inspire Learning: Encourage a love for learning and critical thinking.

 

The Ideal Candidate has:

       Bachelor’s degree is required.

       A Bachelor’s degree in education, math, or a humanities field is strongly preferred.

       Strong content knowledge in math or language arts.

       Classroom teaching experience at the K-12 level is preferred.

       Experience teaching or tutoring students.

 

Not Required:

       A formal teaching credential 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.

 

Campus Location:

       This is an in-person position at one of our South Bay locations. Candidates must be located in the South Bay and must be able to commute to our campus.

 

Why Join AoPS:

       Pay Rate: $40/hour

       Impact: Directly teach and inspire advanced students in small classroom settings, fostering critical thinking and a love for learning while making a lasting impact on students' educational journeys

       Culture: Join a team of passionate educators dedicated to discovering, inspiring, and training the great problem solvers of the next generation through engaging, student-led learning

       Benefits: Paid sick leave, employee discounts on classes and programs

       Future Planning: 401k retirement plan with company match

       Quality of Life: Flexible part-time schedule with minimum 3 hours per week commitment, teaching during afterschool hours and weekends to fit around other commitments

 

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.

       AoPS Academy is a program of Art of Problem Solving, a global leader in K–12 advanced education. AoPS Academy brings the AoPS methodology to small live physical and virtual classrooms. We offer a world-class curriculum in math, science, and language arts for students in grades 1-12, creating an environment where exploration meets challenge, right in your local neighborhood. Students learn in small classes led by accomplished instructors and collaborate with a peer group who share their passion for learning.

       We have opened 20+ academies across the nation since 2016 and are still growing!

 

Requirements / Qualifications

Bachelors Degree Resume

Requirements / Qualifications

Bachelors Degree Resume