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Saturday Academy Instructor, Math 9th & 10th grade (Spring 2026)
SEO Scholars, New York, New York, us, 10261
Overview
Saturday Academy Instructor, Math 9th & 10th grade (Spring 2026) — New York, NY, United States Reports To:
Senior Manager of Teaching and Learning FLSA:
Part-time, Seasonal Location:
New York City, in-person Compensation:
$50/hr There will also be future opportunities for Summer Academy and Fall semesters. Position Overview
Instructors
will join SEO’s community of passionate educators to implement a rigorous college prep curriculum for motivated and driven high school students. Using our original curriculum and a student-centered, anti-oppressive approach to teaching and learning, instructors play an integral part in supporting our Scholars’ journeys to a competitive college and beyond. Instructors promote depth of understanding and skill acquisition by serving as a coach and facilitator of learning. The Courses
Instructors will be placed depending on their self-reported proficiency and demo lesson. The math courses offered at SEO include: Numbers and Operations (9th Grade Spring) Graphs and Relationships (10th Grade Summer) Algebra/Pattern and Structure (10th Grade Fall) Skills include:
properties of numbers; expressions, equations, and identities; ratio and rate; percentages; proportional reasoning; irrational numbers; linear, quadratic, and exponential functions (including compound growth formula); algebraic representation of functions; graphing functions and identifying key characteristics; modeling real-world situations with functions; systems of equations and inequalities; algebra with exponents; fractional exponents and roots; algebra with rational expressions and equations; properties of 2D and 3D geometric figures; introduction to coordinate geometry.
Trigonometry (10th Spring), Precalculus (11th Summer), and SAT Math (11th Fall) Courses
— Skills include: triangle geometry and special triangles; trigonometric functions; inverse trig functions; radian measure; the unit circle; graphing and modeling with sine and cosine functions; unit analysis; function notation, including function composition and inverse functions; characteristics of graphs; transformations of graphs; average rate of change; introduction to limits; introduction to the derivative and the power rule; and content covered on the new digital SAT. For Spring 2026, the following math courses will be offered: 9th Math:
Numbers and Operations 10th Math:
Trigonometry The Sites
Saturday Academy takes place at one of our partner sites through the semester where the Instructor will be placed based on the grade level they are assigned: 9th Grade:
Baruch College, Vertical Campus Building, 55 Lexington Ave., New York Occasionally, Orientations and/or Professional Development for all grade assignments will be held at the SEO Office. Dates:
The start and programming dates depend on which grade level the instructor is placed. Key Responsibilities
Instruction & Facilitation
– Teach three or four periods of math. Follow provided lesson plans and meet lesson objectives, abiding by SEO’s articulated criteria for rigorous instruction and student engagement. Navigate Instructional Technologies
– Learn and efficiently utilize Brightspace, Desmos, G-Suite, and Zoom within a Blended Learning environment. Content Preparation
– Read, internalize, and practice all lesson plans and materials provided by SEO prior to teaching. Implement adjustments to pacing and activities based on student needs. Grading and Record-Keeping
– Calculate grades according to rubrics and rubrics in lesson plans. Provide actionable, growth-oriented feedback. Complete grading in a timely manner (1 week turnaround) and keep Brightspace gradebook up to date. Classroom Culture
– Project an energetic, engaging, and approachable persona to foster connection to the content and positive relationships within the community. Collaboration with SEO Staff and Instructors
– Attend all scheduled meetings, trainings, check-ins, and debriefs; respond to emails and Zoom chats promptly. Responsiveness to Coaching and Feedback
– Meet with your assigned instructional coach (Lead Instructor) at least twice per semester to receive and implement feedback from observations. Compensation Standard Hours
– On-site instruction or prep on Saturdays, 9:00am–4:00pm (6.5 hours weekly, with at least a 30-minute lunch). Flex Hours
– Additional time for grading, prep, follow-up with Scholars, and communications; can be completed asynchronously. Qualifications
Required : Bachelor’s degree in a related field Teaching certification and/or experience; or education degree and/or college teaching experience Reliable personal laptop and access to required technology for duties Student-centered pedagogy Experience with high school students Comfort with and proficiency in learning technologies Expertise in advanced high school Mathematics (Algebra & Trigonometry) Willingness to engage in discussions about societal challenges Preferred : Secondary Education Degree and Certification UDL knowledge and experience Certifications or coursework in Instructional Technologies Compensation Instructors are compensated at $50/hour. This position averages 8 hours per week. Compensation is subject to applicable laws and may be modified. This position is benefits ineligible in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations. EEOC and Accessibility
EEOC Policy SEO is committed to a diverse workforce and encourages applicants from historically underrepresented groups to apply. Equal Employment Opportunity is the policy. Sponsors for Educational Opportunity is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer – M/F/D/V. We will consider all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information or protected status. If you need accommodation while applying, please email SEO Talent. Apply for this job
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Saturday Academy Instructor, Math 9th & 10th grade (Spring 2026) — New York, NY, United States Reports To:
Senior Manager of Teaching and Learning FLSA:
Part-time, Seasonal Location:
New York City, in-person Compensation:
$50/hr There will also be future opportunities for Summer Academy and Fall semesters. Position Overview
Instructors
will join SEO’s community of passionate educators to implement a rigorous college prep curriculum for motivated and driven high school students. Using our original curriculum and a student-centered, anti-oppressive approach to teaching and learning, instructors play an integral part in supporting our Scholars’ journeys to a competitive college and beyond. Instructors promote depth of understanding and skill acquisition by serving as a coach and facilitator of learning. The Courses
Instructors will be placed depending on their self-reported proficiency and demo lesson. The math courses offered at SEO include: Numbers and Operations (9th Grade Spring) Graphs and Relationships (10th Grade Summer) Algebra/Pattern and Structure (10th Grade Fall) Skills include:
properties of numbers; expressions, equations, and identities; ratio and rate; percentages; proportional reasoning; irrational numbers; linear, quadratic, and exponential functions (including compound growth formula); algebraic representation of functions; graphing functions and identifying key characteristics; modeling real-world situations with functions; systems of equations and inequalities; algebra with exponents; fractional exponents and roots; algebra with rational expressions and equations; properties of 2D and 3D geometric figures; introduction to coordinate geometry.
Trigonometry (10th Spring), Precalculus (11th Summer), and SAT Math (11th Fall) Courses
— Skills include: triangle geometry and special triangles; trigonometric functions; inverse trig functions; radian measure; the unit circle; graphing and modeling with sine and cosine functions; unit analysis; function notation, including function composition and inverse functions; characteristics of graphs; transformations of graphs; average rate of change; introduction to limits; introduction to the derivative and the power rule; and content covered on the new digital SAT. For Spring 2026, the following math courses will be offered: 9th Math:
Numbers and Operations 10th Math:
Trigonometry The Sites
Saturday Academy takes place at one of our partner sites through the semester where the Instructor will be placed based on the grade level they are assigned: 9th Grade:
Baruch College, Vertical Campus Building, 55 Lexington Ave., New York Occasionally, Orientations and/or Professional Development for all grade assignments will be held at the SEO Office. Dates:
The start and programming dates depend on which grade level the instructor is placed. Key Responsibilities
Instruction & Facilitation
– Teach three or four periods of math. Follow provided lesson plans and meet lesson objectives, abiding by SEO’s articulated criteria for rigorous instruction and student engagement. Navigate Instructional Technologies
– Learn and efficiently utilize Brightspace, Desmos, G-Suite, and Zoom within a Blended Learning environment. Content Preparation
– Read, internalize, and practice all lesson plans and materials provided by SEO prior to teaching. Implement adjustments to pacing and activities based on student needs. Grading and Record-Keeping
– Calculate grades according to rubrics and rubrics in lesson plans. Provide actionable, growth-oriented feedback. Complete grading in a timely manner (1 week turnaround) and keep Brightspace gradebook up to date. Classroom Culture
– Project an energetic, engaging, and approachable persona to foster connection to the content and positive relationships within the community. Collaboration with SEO Staff and Instructors
– Attend all scheduled meetings, trainings, check-ins, and debriefs; respond to emails and Zoom chats promptly. Responsiveness to Coaching and Feedback
– Meet with your assigned instructional coach (Lead Instructor) at least twice per semester to receive and implement feedback from observations. Compensation Standard Hours
– On-site instruction or prep on Saturdays, 9:00am–4:00pm (6.5 hours weekly, with at least a 30-minute lunch). Flex Hours
– Additional time for grading, prep, follow-up with Scholars, and communications; can be completed asynchronously. Qualifications
Required : Bachelor’s degree in a related field Teaching certification and/or experience; or education degree and/or college teaching experience Reliable personal laptop and access to required technology for duties Student-centered pedagogy Experience with high school students Comfort with and proficiency in learning technologies Expertise in advanced high school Mathematics (Algebra & Trigonometry) Willingness to engage in discussions about societal challenges Preferred : Secondary Education Degree and Certification UDL knowledge and experience Certifications or coursework in Instructional Technologies Compensation Instructors are compensated at $50/hour. This position averages 8 hours per week. Compensation is subject to applicable laws and may be modified. This position is benefits ineligible in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations. EEOC and Accessibility
EEOC Policy SEO is committed to a diverse workforce and encourages applicants from historically underrepresented groups to apply. Equal Employment Opportunity is the policy. Sponsors for Educational Opportunity is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer – M/F/D/V. We will consider all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information or protected status. If you need accommodation while applying, please email SEO Talent. Apply for this job
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