Bridge to Enter Advanced Mathematics (BEAM)
Counselor/Teaching Assistant, BEAM Discovery (New York)
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Counselor/Teaching Assistant, BEAM Discovery (New York)
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Counselor/Teaching Assistant, BEAM Discovery (New York)
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Bridge to Enter Advanced Mathematics (BEAM) .
About BEAM The mission of BEAM is to create pathways for students from low‑income and underserved communities to become scientists, mathematicians, engineers, and computer scientists. BEAM believes that pathways to STEM careers are built through community, individual support, and access to advanced work outside most school curricula. We provide continuous support from middle school through college graduation, including summer programs, weekend classes, mentoring, and STEM‑focused college support.
Counselor/Teaching Assistant, BEAM Discovery This summer, be a role model, guide, and friend to students as they begin their path to advanced mathematics. Bridge to Enter Advanced Mathematics (BEAM), a project of the Art of Problem Solving Initiative, Inc., seeks undergraduate students or recent graduates to serve as counselors and teaching assistants for a summer program that gives everyone a chance to excel in mathematics. During summer 2026, we will run two programs: BEAM Discovery and BEAM Summer Away.
What You’ll Do
Help students get to and from the program in travel groups.
Travel with students to the camp location and back, meeting them at a stated pickup point. Counselors are paid from the time they arrive at a pickup location; commute time from their home to the pickup point is not paid. Communicate daily (if needed) with parents and/or caregivers about logistical details regarding student pick‑up and drop‑off.
Supervise students.
Run social and community activities.
Build a positive social environment.
Work with students on mathematics, both one‑on‑one and as a teaching assistant.
Support with preparing for student arrival and departure, such as morning greetings, setting up materials, and end‑of‑day cleanup.
Who You Are Counselors must be strong mathematicians, reliable, and take initiative. They should be charismatic and able to help the kids have fun. All counselors must be at least 18 years old by the beginning of the program. Applicants must be authorized to work for an employer in the US; we are unable to sponsor visas. International students with CPT or OPT are welcome to apply.
What We Offer
Working with an awesome team, including a Site Director, Associate Site Director, Academic Director, Guidance Counselor, and Director of Student Life (who is an experienced counselor).
Empowered as a leader – opportunity to exercise leadership skills in a fun environment.
NY Programs
Locations: Uptown site (Pending, South Bronx) and Downtown site hosted at New Design High School.
Dates:
All Staff Pre‑camp Training (in person): 6/30 – 7/02 Camp (with students – in person): 7/06 – 8/07 Wrap‑up (in person): 8/10 – 8/11
Application Process
The initial step is to submit your application, including an unofficial transcript, resume, and responses to short application questions, via our online portal.
If you are interested in being considered for multiple locations, you only need to complete one application.
Candidates will be asked for their location preference.
When your application is complete, we will follow up with next steps. The final step of the process is an interview with an experienced BEAM staff member.
For accommodation requests related to the job application process, please contact HR at accommodations@beammath.org.
Details
Hours: Counselors are expected to be on duty for approximately 7.5 hours per day, available from 8 AM–5 PM to account for pick‑up and drop‑off. Counselors will have off‑duty break time within the period of 8 AM–5 PM.
Compensation:
$19.50 per hour Paid for travel time when traveling with groups of students to camp and back to their homes.
BEAM Discovery does NOT cover housing.
Benefits
Lunch and snacks, with options for dietary restrictions on weekdays through all training and camp days.
2–3 staff dinners during camp to relax, connect, and celebrate together.
Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Beyond a commitment to nondiscrimination, we are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY BEAM is an equal opportunity employer and does not unlawfully discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of an individual's race (including traits historically associated with race such as braids, locks and twists), ethnicity, religion, color, sex, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, breastfeeding, gender (including actual or perceived sex, gender identity, and gender expression), sexual orientation, sexual and reproductive health decisions, national origin, immigration or citizenship status, status as a veteran, active military service member, marital or partnership status, familial status, caregiver status, age (18 or older), predisposing genetic characteristics, disability, creed, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual violence or stalking, and any other protected status in accordance with applicable laws. All personnel decisions will be made in accordance with the principles of equal employment opportunity and applicable valid (job‑related) requirements for employment, benefits, or promotional opportunities.
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Counselor/Teaching Assistant, BEAM Discovery (New York)
role at
Bridge to Enter Advanced Mathematics (BEAM) .
About BEAM The mission of BEAM is to create pathways for students from low‑income and underserved communities to become scientists, mathematicians, engineers, and computer scientists. BEAM believes that pathways to STEM careers are built through community, individual support, and access to advanced work outside most school curricula. We provide continuous support from middle school through college graduation, including summer programs, weekend classes, mentoring, and STEM‑focused college support.
Counselor/Teaching Assistant, BEAM Discovery This summer, be a role model, guide, and friend to students as they begin their path to advanced mathematics. Bridge to Enter Advanced Mathematics (BEAM), a project of the Art of Problem Solving Initiative, Inc., seeks undergraduate students or recent graduates to serve as counselors and teaching assistants for a summer program that gives everyone a chance to excel in mathematics. During summer 2026, we will run two programs: BEAM Discovery and BEAM Summer Away.
What You’ll Do
Help students get to and from the program in travel groups.
Travel with students to the camp location and back, meeting them at a stated pickup point. Counselors are paid from the time they arrive at a pickup location; commute time from their home to the pickup point is not paid. Communicate daily (if needed) with parents and/or caregivers about logistical details regarding student pick‑up and drop‑off.
Supervise students.
Run social and community activities.
Build a positive social environment.
Work with students on mathematics, both one‑on‑one and as a teaching assistant.
Support with preparing for student arrival and departure, such as morning greetings, setting up materials, and end‑of‑day cleanup.
Who You Are Counselors must be strong mathematicians, reliable, and take initiative. They should be charismatic and able to help the kids have fun. All counselors must be at least 18 years old by the beginning of the program. Applicants must be authorized to work for an employer in the US; we are unable to sponsor visas. International students with CPT or OPT are welcome to apply.
What We Offer
Working with an awesome team, including a Site Director, Associate Site Director, Academic Director, Guidance Counselor, and Director of Student Life (who is an experienced counselor).
Empowered as a leader – opportunity to exercise leadership skills in a fun environment.
NY Programs
Locations: Uptown site (Pending, South Bronx) and Downtown site hosted at New Design High School.
Dates:
All Staff Pre‑camp Training (in person): 6/30 – 7/02 Camp (with students – in person): 7/06 – 8/07 Wrap‑up (in person): 8/10 – 8/11
Application Process
The initial step is to submit your application, including an unofficial transcript, resume, and responses to short application questions, via our online portal.
If you are interested in being considered for multiple locations, you only need to complete one application.
Candidates will be asked for their location preference.
When your application is complete, we will follow up with next steps. The final step of the process is an interview with an experienced BEAM staff member.
For accommodation requests related to the job application process, please contact HR at accommodations@beammath.org.
Details
Hours: Counselors are expected to be on duty for approximately 7.5 hours per day, available from 8 AM–5 PM to account for pick‑up and drop‑off. Counselors will have off‑duty break time within the period of 8 AM–5 PM.
Compensation:
$19.50 per hour Paid for travel time when traveling with groups of students to camp and back to their homes.
BEAM Discovery does NOT cover housing.
Benefits
Lunch and snacks, with options for dietary restrictions on weekdays through all training and camp days.
2–3 staff dinners during camp to relax, connect, and celebrate together.
Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Beyond a commitment to nondiscrimination, we are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY BEAM is an equal opportunity employer and does not unlawfully discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of an individual's race (including traits historically associated with race such as braids, locks and twists), ethnicity, religion, color, sex, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, breastfeeding, gender (including actual or perceived sex, gender identity, and gender expression), sexual orientation, sexual and reproductive health decisions, national origin, immigration or citizenship status, status as a veteran, active military service member, marital or partnership status, familial status, caregiver status, age (18 or older), predisposing genetic characteristics, disability, creed, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual violence or stalking, and any other protected status in accordance with applicable laws. All personnel decisions will be made in accordance with the principles of equal employment opportunity and applicable valid (job‑related) requirements for employment, benefits, or promotional opportunities.
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