Math Instructor - Grand Rapids
Are you passionate about making math click for kids? Do you love seeing that "aha!" moment when a student finally understands a challenging concept? If so, a Mathnasium learning center in Grand Rapids wants you!
Across North America and all over the world, Mathnasium Learning Centers are committed to teaching children math so that they understand it, master it, and love it. Our world-class curriculum is built upon the Mathnasium Method—the result of decades of hands-on instruction and development—and has changed the lives of children since 2002. We're looking for enthusiastic and engaging Math Instructors who can make learning math fun and accessible for students right here in Grand Rapids.
As a Math Instructor at our center, you'll work directly with students of all ages and skill levels, using our proprietary curriculum and teaching techniques to build their confidence and mathematical understanding.
Responsibilities:
- Deliver mathematical instruction to students using the Mathnasium Method, terminology, and teaching practices.
- Provide individualized instruction in a small group setting, ensuring each student's needs are addressed.
- Actively encourage, motivate, and engage with students during instructional sessions.
- Evaluate and document student progress, providing positive, constructive feedback.
- Create a positive, encouraging, and fun learning environment, managing student behavior to optimize learning.
- Communicate student needs to center leadership and instructional staff in a team-teaching environment.
- Assist in non-teaching tasks, which may include cleaning, administrative assistance, or curriculum preparation.
- Become proficient with digital educational materials and processes.
Qualifications:
- Strong math skills, demonstrating proficiency through at least Algebra I, with higher-level math competency (e.g., Geometry, Algebra II, Trigonometry, Calculus) highly valued for instructing high school students.
- A passion for math and working with students.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; able to explain concepts clearly and concisely.
- Ability to inspire students, establish a fun learning environment, and consistently demonstrate enthusiasm in teaching math.
- Willingness to learn and be trained in the Mathnasium Method.
- Ability to balance various ongoing tasks and move easily from one student to another while keeping track of multiple instructional lessons.
- Reliable, responsible, and dependable in fulfilling assigned duties.
- Must be eligible to work in the USA.
- All applicants will be required to take a math literacy test to demonstrate proficiency, provide work authorization, and pass a background check.
- Must be able to pass a background check.
Why Join Mathnasium?
- Make a Difference: Directly impact students' lives by helping them build confidence and achieve academic success in math.
- Supportive Environment: Work in a collaborative and positive atmosphere with dedicated colleagues.
- Professional Development: Gain valuable teaching experience and continuous training on effective teaching methodologies.
- Flexible Scheduling: We offer consistent, flexible part-time hours, primarily in the evenings (3 PM - 8 PM) and on Saturdays during the school year. Hours may vary and shift during the summer months. This schedule is perfect for students or those seeking supplementary income.
- Rewarding Opportunity: Be part of a team that transforms lives through math in your local Grand Rapids community.
If you're ready to inspire a love of math in the next generation, we encourage you to apply!
Mathnasium locations are independently owned and operated by franchisees of Mathnasium Center Licensing, LLC ("Mathnasium"). Franchisees are independent business people and not employed by Mathnasium. Thus, each franchisee and each franchisee center is unique and the franchisee is alone responsible for all employment matters in their center. If you are hired to work at a center, the franchisee will be your employer, not Mathnasium.
