Job Description

Who We Are: Exploring Scholar

At Exploring Scholar, our highly dedicated educators contribute to a supportive, rigorous environment focused on cultivating a profound passion for advanced learning. We are a premier provider of innovative education services centered on high-level K-12 academic enrichment programs, specializing in

competitive mathematics training

.

The Opportunity: Math Contest Preparation Instructor

This is a highly specialized,

in-person position

dedicated to preparing students for prestigious math contests. Ideal candidates currently hold a full-time math teaching role, are enrolled in teacher's college, or possess a strong background in a related education field.

Crucially, verifiable experience teaching or actively participating in renowned math contests (such as the AMC series or the University of Waterloo contests) is a mandatory requirement for this role.

Mandatory Qualifications & Expertise

Contest Specialization (Required):

Teachers must demonstrate a minimum of

3 years of teaching experience focused specifically on AMC or Waterloo math contests

. Your resume and cover letter

must detail these specific experiences

and associated results.

Contest Background:

Prior direct experience with competitive mathematics--whether teaching, coaching, or competing--is mandatory.

Academic Command:

Exceptional academic proficiency and confidence in teaching advanced contest mathematics concepts, which will be assessed during the selection process.

Technical Skill:

Proficient in leveraging online teaching tools (for resource distribution and curriculum preparation).

Core Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality, targeted lessons to small groups of students or through private tutoring, focusing

exclusively on contest preparation strategies and complex problem-solving content

. Develop specialized, rigorous lessons within program guidelines, emphasizing analytical thinking and non-routine problem skills. Mark and provide detailed, constructive feedback on homework and timed, contest-style assessments. Actively promote and nurture students' intrinsic interests and competitive drive in advanced mathematics. Instructors are required to teach a

minimum of 4 hours per week

.

Why Join Our In-Person Team?

Stable Timetable:

Enjoy a reliable, semester-based timetable with set group class times--

no scheduling uncertainties!

Teaching Environment:

Conduct engaging lessons at our

modern, tech-driven facility

in North York.

Increased Hours:

Opportunity to teach more courses or additional one-on-one tutoring classes for increased hours.

Support System:

Our administrative staff manages all logistics (student acquisition, scheduling, communications).

You focus entirely on high-level instruction.

Professional Growth:

Access professional growth opportunities (e.g., alternative practicums, resume assistance) and leadership opportunities.

Location, Compensation, and Application

Location:

Our office is located at

201 Consumers Rd, North York, ON

.

Commute:

Parking stipends are included; our office is a 15-minute walk from Don Mills Station.

Compensation:

Compensation will be determined based on scheduled teaching hours and prior specialized experience.

Other Hiring:

We are also hiring for: In-Person Math, Science, Physics, and English (ELA), and remote AP Economics, AP Statistics, and AP Computer Science.

Application Details:

Please email your cover letter, academic transcript, and a detailed resume to

hr@amberwoodacademy.org

for immediate processing.

Crucially, please use the precise subject line: "Exploring Scholar - In-Person Math Contest Tutor - ES20251215INP-MCP-C" for expedited processing.

Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract

Application question(s):

Please describe your previous or current experience teaching or participating in math contests.
Location:

North York, ON M2J 4G8 (preferred)
Work Location: In person