Teaching Assistant

Responsibilities

• Host weekly office hours and on-demand tutoring sessions for students.
• Work with students individually or in small groups.
• Provide exceptional feedback on graded assignments.
• Collaborate with instructors and full-time staff on student and classroom needs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must be 18+ years old or older
• Possess strong math and language arts skills with the ability to help students navigate advanced concepts
• Ability to work well independently with little supervision
• Experience with/interest in working with younger students strongly preferred
• Exceptional written and spoken communication
• Positive and encouraging attitude that helps students feel comfortable asking questions

The ideal candidate has

Detail-oriented and organized

Familiarity with the AoPS curriculum is not required, but a plus

Not Required

Prior teaching experience or education coursework is not required for this position.

Location & Schedule

2026–2027 Academic Year | Aug. 31, 2026 – Jun. 13, 2027

Although this is a virtual position at our Lexington campus location, candidates must be located in Lexington or the greater area and must be able to commute to our campus as needed to pick up teaching materials, proctor tests, etc.

AoPS Academy is an afterschool program with classes in the evenings and on weekends, so candidates must be available to work during weekday after-school hours and/or on weekends.

We are currently hiring someone who can work Monday from 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM ET via Zoom.

Day

Time (ET)

Monday

6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Campus Location

• Our
• Lexington
• Campus is located at
• 1088 Lexington St, Waltham, MA. 02451

Compensation

17.50 - 18.06/hour

Impact

: Directly support advanced student learning by providing one-on-one assistance and helping students grasp complex concepts in an engaging summer camp environment

Culture

: Join a collaborative team focused on fostering critical thinking and academic curiosity while creating a supportive learning environment for motivated students

Benefits

: Paid sick leave, employee discounts on classes and programs

Future Planning

401(k) retirement plan with company match

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!

In order to be considered for this position you must be legally authorized to work in the US. We are unable to offer sponsorship, including STEM-OPT and H-1B.