Algebra Instructor (Summer Session)
Report To: Director of Academic Affairs
Department: Academic Affairs
Position Type: Full-Time Summer Season
FLSA: Exempt Summary: Oliver Scholars seeks a math instructor to plan and implement an Algebra 1 curriculum for eighth-grade students. The instructor s primary objective is to prepare students to succeed academically at rigorous independent schools. Students should gain improved competency, skill, and habits of mind to excel. The instructor will assist the Admissions & Placement and Academic Affairs departments in defining expected curricular outcomes and track student progress. This position reports to the Director of Academic Affairs and is an excellent opportunity to experience various aspects of scholarship and youth development with an educational nonprofit organization. Culture
Organization Mission : Oliver Scholars prepares high-achieving students from underserved New York City communities for success at top independent schools and prestigious colleges. Responsibilities
Responsibilities
- Teach in person from July to August 2026 and be available for office hours, study hall, faculty meetings, and parent-teacher meetings. The role entails 5 weeks at a day school in NYC and 1 week at a boarding school in MA, for which Oliver Scholars will provide transportation and room & board.
- Perform co-curricular duties, including planning and supervising field trips, teaching non-credit electives, facilitating recreational activities, and supervising dormitories.
- Use the Oliver Scholars course description and pedagogy to design an Algebra 1 curriculum including syllabus, lesson plans, problem sets, reading assignments, and tests/quizzes. The course will focus on the most fundamental topics in a high school Algebra 1 course.
- The course develops mastery in working with numbers, tables, equations, inequalities, and graphs. To the greatest extent, the focus is on solving word problems and reading carefully to build algebra skills. Students learn how to appropriately use the graphing calculator desmos.com as an effective problem-solving tool. In addition, students may do several hands-on labs that require them to collect data, make conjectures, and draw conclusions. The emphasis is for students to solve from a context, rather than drilling and practicing for its own sake, and to develop verbal and written communication skills to discuss mathematical and numeracy concepts.
- Write detailed Interim and Final Evaluation Reports.
- Team with tutors, counselors, and Oliver Scholars leadership to instruct and support students
- Attend a paid instructor orientation.
- Attend weekly faculty meetings.
- Participate in parent-teacher conferences.
- Other duties as assigned.
- A BA/BS degree from an accredited college or university; advanced degree preferred
- Two or more years of teaching experience at the middle school or high school level
- Two or more years of experience designing curriculum
- Knowledge of independent schools preferred
- Outstanding speaking, writing, and editing skills
- Deep knowledge of the principles of teaching students
- A mission-driven individual with a belief in and commitment to Oliver s mission and values
- A flexible, creative individual able to find alternative ways to connect with students
- Emotionally mature with a good sense of humor and the flexibility and sensitivity to work with diverse personalities and situations
- A hard worker with a high energy level; a doer with a willingness to work hands-on in developing and executing a variety of activities
- A good listener who is comfortable receiving feedback
Desired Competencies
- Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and ethically; upholds organizational values.
- Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; willing to learn new techniques and procedures; Manages competing demands; changes approach or method to best fit the situation; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
- Innovation & Initiative - Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities.
- Planning/Organizing & Project Management - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans; Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time and budget.
- Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; listens to others without interrupting; keeps emotions under control; remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
Compensation: Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Salary range: $8,034 to $10,506. Equal Employment Opportunity
The Oliver Scholars Program, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and is firmly committed to maintaining a work environment free from all forms of discrimination and harassment. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Oliver Scholars encourages applications from people of all backgrounds. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture, as we believe this best reflects the communities and students we serve. Requirements
Two or more years of teaching experience at the middle school or high school level
Two or more years of experience designing curriculum
Authorized to work in the US without sponsorship
Board away for one week out of state
At least 18 years old
Accept a background check to be performed
Minimum Bachelors Degree
Knowledge in: Speaking, writing and editing skills
Knowledge in: Google Suites
Knowledge in: Google Classroom
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Oliver Scholars Program, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and is firmly committed to maintaining a work environment free from all forms of discrimination and harassment. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Oliver Scholars encourages applications from people of all backgrounds. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture, as we believe this best reflects the communities and students we serve. Requisition #cmn4povwd0pym0ilhv5t7ds7x
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