Launch provides toddlers through tweens with inspiring math instruction and STEM-based camps and workshops.
The company is hiring part-time afterschool Math Enrichment Instructors (Tutors) to teach at its Manhattan location on the Upper West Side. Launch Learning K-8 Math is an individualized program offering K to 8th grade students semi-private math instruction presented in a fun, engaging way. Launch Learning's student-to-instructor ratio is superb at no more than 2:1 (but even lower at most times).
As a Launch Math Enrichment Instructor you are expected to:
- Provide top quality math instruction utilizing the Launch Learning methods in a semi-private setting
- Enthusiastically engage students during instructional sessions
- Help students gain confidence in their ability to learn and succeed
- Consistently monitor and asses students' progress
- Maintain regular communications with Launch Learning K-8 Program Coordinator
Requirements
- Solid knowledge of math concepts for grades K through 8th grade
- Strong desire to teach children
- Personable, friendly, reliable and communicative
- Previous experience working with students as a tutor or in a similar capacity
- A relatively flexible schedule and the ability to commit to servicing students for a full academic year
- Most important, the belief that every student can learn and love math and science
Benefits
- All curriculum and materials are provided (you do NOT need to create lesson plans)
- Part time position (weekday afternoons)
- Center location: Upper West Side (Amsterdam Ave and 81st St)
- The position pays $17 per hour