Qualifications
Key Responsibilities:
Deliver the AoPS curriculum through dynamic, participatory classes that engage students while expertly managing classroom dynamics.
Assist in the recruitment and training processes for part-time educators.
Support the administrative and logistical operations of the campus, including customer service initiatives.
Engage with prospective families to assess students' academic abilities and explain the advantages of our program, thereby supporting enrollment and sales efforts.
Provide counseling and support to current students and their families as needed.
Facilitate and implement community-building activities aimed at fostering a strong campus culture and enhancing student retention.
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree required; a degree in education or a closely related field is strongly preferred.
Advanced degree related to the subject area is preferred.
Strong content knowledge in language arts.
A minimum of 1 year of teaching experience, preferably with advanced K-12 students.
Excellent organizational and prioritization skills.
About the job
The Associate Director of Language Arts at AoPS Academy in San Mateo, CA plays a crucial role in enhancing our educational environment. This full-time, year-round position involves not only teaching engaging language arts classes but also assisting in the management of campus operations, supporting administrative functions, and collaborating closely with the Campus Director during the recruitment and training of part-time staff and instructors.
If you are eager to elevate your leadership and management skills while possessing deep knowledge in language arts and exemplary classroom management abilities, this position may be the perfect fit for you. We seek a candidate with outstanding communication skills and a passion for pedagogy—someone who can teach our advanced curriculum and mentor fellow educators.
We invite ambitious and creative individuals who are passionate about education to apply!
About Art of Problem Solving
Art of Problem Solving (AoPS) is dedicated to providing high-quality educational experiences for students who excel in mathematics and language arts. Our academy creates an enriching and supportive learning environment, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills in our students.