This position is designed for aspiring and early career mathematics educators with a passion for educating students from urban areas. The Mathematics Intervention & Remediation Instructor will be responsible for teaching pre-algebraic and algebraic skills to students between 6th and 9th grade.

The ideal candidate has a passion for working with students from urban areas, advanced knowledge of mathematics, and 1+ years' experience tutoring or teaching high school level mathematics. 

Position Overview

Primary responsibilities include:

• Under the supervision of an academic coach, creating engaging lesson plans in line with NJ State Standards
• Collaborate with fellow team members to co-plan and co-teach lessons
• Connect with and inspire students

Benefits include:

• Supervision and coaching from an NJ certified teacher
• Competitive compensation ($2000-$2800 for the program)
  
  

Covid Notice

• This is an in-person program.
• Class sizes will be limited. 
• All staff and students will be required to adhere to Covid protocols including mask-wearing, surface cleaning, and social distancing when appropriate. 

Overview of Application Process

Applications are now being processed on a rolling basis; we have a limited number of positions remaining. To have priority consideration, we suggest that applicants submit their applications before the deadline. Below are the components of the application process:

1. Online Application
2. Mathematical Aptitude Testing (online)
3. Virtual Interview & Lesson Demo
4. Fingerprinting, Criminal History, & Background Check

Important Dates

Applicants should also take note of these important dates before applying. 

June 28th, 10 am- 3 pm: Team Lunch & Training in Princeton, NJ
June 30th, 10 am - 3 pm: Team Lunch & Training in Princeton, NJ
July 1st, 9 am - 3 pm: Training in Trenton, NJ
July 5th - July 30th, 7:45 am-1:30 pm: Summer Program
Getting Started 

This application will require approximately 45 minutes to complete.
You will need:

• Your unofficial college transcript
• Current resume
• Two professional references
• Your calendar for scheduling

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Transcript: We require that all candidates submit their most recent unofficial college transcript and resume. 

Resume: Please make sure your resume is updated and accurate. The employment and voluntary experiences that you indicate on your resume will be verified. 

Please be sure to follow the document labeling guidelines provided for each document.

Optional Lesson Plan: We encourage all candidates to submit a lesson plan for a mathematics topic. Be sure that the lesson plan is your own original plan about which you can discuss your intentions and ideals. If you have had the opportunity to teach this lesson, feel free to include your reflections on the lesson at the end of the plan.

Professional Recommendations: We require two professional recommendations. Please provide the names and contact information for people who can speak about you as a professional. Do not include family members. Be sure that your recommenders expect to be contacted by The Learning Point.

The Mathematics Intervention & Remediation Instructor will work with struggling mathematics students from Trenton, NJ to sharpen their basic math skills as well as design lessons that complement students' current grade level topics. Our proven model focuses on increasing student confidence and comprehension of math topics. 

Please attach a statement of purpose that reflects your interest in the Mathematics Intervention & Remediation position. Be sure to consider the following questions when writing your statement of purpose:

• What about The Learning Point's mission (www.learningpoint.org) resonates with you? Why are you interested in this position?
• Discuss your passion for mathematics. Why is Algebra 1 important to you? Why is it important to you that struggling students learn Algebra 1?
• What intrigues you about working with inner-city students? What experiences, if any, do you have working with inner-city students?
• How have your previous teaching and educational experiences prepared you for this position?
• How will this teaching opportunity help you to grow as an educator?

 

After submitting your application:

• You will receive an email outlining how to prepare for your upcoming interview and Mathematical Aptitude Test.
• Your interview and testing sessions are dependent upon your application being moved on to the next round. You should assume you will move onto the next steps unless you receive an email saying otherwise.

 

You will be unable to make any edits after submitting your application. If you have any questions or concerns before submitting your application, contact fairchild@learningpoint.org.

If you are having trouble submitting your application, follow these steps:

1) Take a screenshot of your error message and send to fairchild@learningpoint.org.

2) E-mail your application materials to fairchild@learningpoint.org.