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Math Teacher Merit Fellows Initiative Cerritos, CA Job Details Part-time | Contract $25 - $45 an hour 2 hours ago Qualifications School experience Calculus Geometry Algebra Teaching Full Job Description Overview The Mathematics Teacher will be responsible for teaching mathematics courses to students in Grades 6-12, including foundational middle school math, Pre-Algebra, Algebra, Geometry, Algebra II, Pre-Calculus, Calculus readiness, and advanced problem-solving. The ideal candidate should also have experience preparing students for math competitions, especially

AMC 8, AMC 10, AMC

12, and related competition pathways. This role requires strong instructional ability, advanced math knowledge, and the ability to support students at different skill levels, from foundational learners to high-achieving competition students. Key Responsibilities Teach mathematics courses for Grades 6-12 based on student level and school needs. Develop and deliver clear, structured, and engaging math lessons. Support students in core math skills, problem-solving, logical reasoning, and mathematical communication. Prepare students for

AMC 8, AMC 10, AMC

12, and other math competition programs. Design or support math enrichment courses, competition training classes, afterschool programs, and tutoring sessions. Create lesson plans, homework, quizzes, tests, practice sets, and progress reports. Track student performance and provide regular academic feedback. Differentiate instruction for students with varying math backgrounds and academic goals. Support students preparing for standardized tests, advanced math placement, or college-preparatory math pathways. Maintain accurate attendance, grade, and student progress records. Communicate professionally with students, parents, and school leadership. Follow all school policies regarding student safety, professional boundaries, confidentiality, and classroom conduct. Participate in academic planning, faculty meetings, enrichment program development, and school events as needed. Qualifications Bachelor's degree required; degree in Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, Computer Science, Education, or a related field preferred. Prior experience teaching mathematics to middle school and/or high school students required. Experience teaching or coaching

AMC 8, AMC 10, AMC

12, MathCounts, AIME preparation, or other math competitions strongly preferred. Strong knowledge of Algebra, Geometry, Number Theory, Combinatorics, Probability, and advanced problem-solving strategies. Ability to teach both regular academic math and advanced enrichment/competition math. Teaching credential, private school teaching experience, or relevant teaching certification preferred. Strong classroom management, lesson planning, communication, and student support skills. Must be able to complete all required background checks, fingerprinting, TB clearance, mandated reporter training, and school onboarding requirements. Preferred Skills Demonstrated success helping students improve math competition performance. Ability to design AMC-focused curriculum, practice materials, and training plans. Experience working with high-achieving students and students needing foundational math support. Experience with small private school, enrichment center, tutoring center, or college-preparatory school settings. Ability to teach coding, STEM, robotics, or interdisciplinary math-related enrichment is a plus. Comfortable using online teaching tools, learning management systems, and digital math resources.

Pay:

$25.00 - $45.00 per hour Expected hours: No more than 30.0 per week

Work Location:

In person