High School Math Coach (Remote, Part-Time)

High SchoolMath Coach contractor (Remote, part time)

Please note: Only applications received at this link will be reviewed: https://joinprisma.typeform.com/to/qDHXYZFV

Who we are

Prisma is a new kind of education company driven by a singular mission: to equip kids with the skill they need to thrive in the future. The world is changing faster than ever, yet our current education system is not designed for rapid change. At Prisma we have designed a new kind of K-12 learning experience, built from the ground up to not only develop kids' future-ready skills (applied curiousity, innovator’s mindset, communication & collaboration, and initiative & follow through) but to instill in them a desire to make a large, positive impact on the world. Prisma combines the flexibility of home-based learning, the socialization of a close-knit peer group that meets daily, the support of an inspiring learning coach, and the personalization of an interests-based, adaptable curriculum. We believe that every student deserves to love school, be able to progress at their own pace, pursue what interests them, and to reach their full potential. If you believe this too and you dream of a job where you can truly have an impact on the world, read on!

What the role is

Do you dream of a world in which all kids love math, see its relevance in their everyday lives, work regularly in collaborative small groups, embrace struggle, and enjoy playing with numbers?

We are turning the typical High School experience on its head, so this is not your average math teacher role! In fact, in our model kids are led by 'Learning coaches,' not teachers, and they learn via live video and interactive experiences, not classrooms and textbooks. As a Math Coach (contractor), you’ll be responsible for working closely with groups of learners as they progress through math curriculum, leading engaging and innovative math learning experiences, and creating an environment in which kids see the real-world relevance of numbers and are excited to explore content that interests and challenges them.

This part-time, contracted position is expected to require 15 hours per week, for the 24-25 school year, from mid-August through mid-June. This position has the potential to evolve and continue into future school years.

What you will do

• Serve as the Math Coach for two math sections, approximately 30-40 learners enrolled in Algebra 1, Geometry, or Algebra 2.
• Meet with learners in live groups 3 to 4 times per week to provide direct instruction, review content, preview new skills, or engage in math challenges.
• Lead daily office hour sessions in which learners work on math individually or collaboratively and can get help if they’re stuck.
• Set individualized goals for math progress and mastery with each small group of learners and help to hold learners accountable for meeting math goals.
• Regularly review learner progress and mastery via third-party online programs and communicate that progress clearly to learners and parents.
• Meet 1:1 with learners and families to support progress as needed.
• Meet with the learning coach team and math curriculum team to share best practices, problem solve, action plan, and review learner progress.

Who the ideal candidate is

You are a/an:

• Someone who loves kids and gets energy from working with learners, building positive relationships with them, and getting to know them as mathematicians and as people. Kids get you and you get kids.
• Experienced math teacher with deep content knowledge in High School Math. You know what the most essential standards are, how they build on each other, and have lots of tricks up your sleeve for helping kids understand and love math.
• Innovative educator who believes that learning should be fun, relevant, engaging, and connected to the real world. You’re a fan of games, challenges, project-based learning, and approaching math learning through a nontraditional lens.
• Exceptional communicator who is able to communicate clearly and professionally with parents about learner progress, strengths, and areas of growth in writing and in live meetings. You’re thoughtful and proactive in your messaging to families.
• Organized & efficient leader who is able to create systems to manage and track progress across multiple groups of learners with varying needs. You love spreadsheets and are able to keep up with who has done what and who needs what next.
• Someone who has a strong entrepreneurial drive and is comfortable operating in a fast-paced rapidly-changing startup environment and on a team that is constantly iterating and responding to feedback from learners and families.
• Excited about working in a fully distributed team.

Beyond possessing these skills, if you also exude these traits, we want to talk with you!

• Gutsy: Unafraid to speak up, take risks and think differently
• Humble: Quick to give credit and slow to pass blame
• Can-do: Optimistic, bring solutions, not problems, and always find a way
• Team player: Care about, respect, help, and speak candidly with others
• Driven: Go above and beyond to achieve our mission

How we compensate

• Competitive hourly rate
• Work from anywhere in the world
• Flexible work schedule (compatible with US-based working hours)

Next steps

If this sounds like your dream opportunity, please APPLY HERE: https://joinprisma.typeform.com/to/qDHXYZFV

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Pay: $30.00 - $35.00 per hour

Expected hours: 15 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• No weekends

Work Location: Remote