Bridge to Enter Advanced Mathematics (BEAM)
Junior Faculty, BEAM Summer Away
Bridge to Enter Advanced Mathematics (BEAM), Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Overview
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 provides continuous support from middle school through college graduation, with summer programs, weekend classes, mentoring, and STEM-focused support through college. The program helps students access advanced math, apply to opportunities, including college admissions and financial aid, and to build a supportive community to enable future success.
BEAM has grown from a small summer program to a year-round, national program serving 420+ students at six summer sites and 600+ students in year-round programming in New York City and Los Angeles. Our BEAM National pilot reaches over 500 elementary-aged students in seven states, modeling a nationwide pathway based on our local work.
With our strategic plan, our team aims to transform BEAM into a more mature and scalable organization that can drive change across the country.
The Courses You Will Teach Junior Faculty design and teach their own courses in one of BEAM’s signature course areas.
Pure Topics
– Abstract mathematics, such as:
Graph Theory
Number Theory
Symmetry and Tessellations
Students explore reasoning, proofs, and the fundamental structure of mathematical ideas.
Applied Topics
– Math connected to real-world contexts, including:
Programming
Voting Theory
Biology or Data
Students see how mathematical thinking shapes the world around them.
Strategic Math Thinking
– Students build flexible problem-solving strategies through contest-style puzzles, developing casework, pattern recognition, and creativity.
Solving Big Problems
– Students collaborate on deep, challenging problems to strengthen stamina, pattern seeking, and introductory proof structures.
(Note: This is the only semi-scripted course with specific required problems.)
Your Role & Responsibilities We seek early-career educators and graduate students in mathematics, science, or education who love working with middle schoolers and want to develop their teaching practice in a supportive, hands-on summer program.
Junior Faculty design and teach their own courses with mentorship from Senior Faculty and coaching from BEAM staff. You will be part of a collaborative academic team and a vibrant residential community.
Your Responsibilities
Design and teach student-centered math courses; work with a Senior Faculty mentor to plan and refine your course; prepare lesson plans and materials; adapt lessons to student needs, promote inquiry and productive struggle; incorporate support for multilingual learners.
Establish and maintain norms for inquiry and participation; use calm, restorative redirection; partner with TAs to support engagement, behavior management and transitions.
Meet regularly with your Senior Faculty mentor for support and reflection; participate in coaching cycles (observations, debriefs); collaborate with TAs, Academic Director, and peer faculty during planning.
Student Support
Build strong relationships with students; notice and communicate academic or social-emotional concerns using BEAM protocols; work with leadership to support student well-being.
Community & Camp Life
Support evening activities (free time, independent study, relays) at least five days a week; eat meals with students and colleagues; participate in assigned field trips (hiking, amusement parks); attend staff meetings 2-3 times weekly; provide emergency coverage for supervising students as needed.
Training & Wrap Up
Attend all pre-camp training and complete onboarding requirements; use BEAM communication tools; participate in end-of-camp wrap-up, feedback, and documentation.
The Right Fit: You Have…
Curriculum Design Potential:
Ideas for student-centered activities where middle schoolers explore, question, and justify reasoning. Excitement to design lessons with mentorship.
Classroom Leadership Experience:
At least one year of experience leading a classroom or learning environment (e.g., school, enrichment program, math circle, tutoring, undergraduate instruction).
Preferred Experience:
Worked with middle school and/or high school students.
Commitment to Equity:
Dedication to building inclusive classrooms that affirm students’ identities and support varied backgrounds, strengths, and needs.
Excitement for Math and STEM:
Solid understanding of middle school math and enthusiasm for BEAM’s course topics. Familiarity with mathematical proof structures for non-applied courses.
Growth Mindset:
Openness to mentorship and coaching with the ability to implement feedback thoughtfully and consistently.
Clear Communication:
Ability to collaborate effectively with mentors, peers, TAs, and leadership, and to build strong, trusting relationships with students.
Requirements
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the US.
We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment Visas at this time.
International graduate students able to obtain CPT or OPT are welcome to apply.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
Financial & Logistical Support:
Room and board is covered by BEAM for the duration of the program, and travel to and from the camp site is covered within BEAM’s approved travel guidelines.
Small, Collaborative Environment:
Small classes (10-15 students and 2 adults); a collaborative, supportive team of educators and staff.
Deep Student Connection:
The camp setting allows you to truly get to know the extraordinary people the students are.
Professional Growth & Freedom:
Professional development before camp to set you up for success; the opportunity to teach exciting math with the freedom to design your own curriculum, set the arc and goals for your class, and explore student ideas deeply.
Details & Dates Compensation:
$5,900 for the duration of the program.
Locations:
BSA NY:
Marist College
Dates:
All Staff Pre-camp Training
Camp Session
Wrap-up
BSA CA
June 24 – July 22, 2026
06/24 – 06/27
06/28 – 07/19
07/20 – 07/22
BSA NY
July 1 – July 29, 2026
07/01 – 07/04
07/05 – 07/26
07/27 – 07/29
Note: Training days require arrival by 3 pm on the travel day.
Equal Employment Opportunity BEAM is an equal opportunity employer and does not unlawfully discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. All personnel decisions will be made in accordance with the principles of equal employment opportunity and subject only to valid (job-related) requirements for employment, benefits, or promotional opportunities.
Why BEAM We are a federal contractor or subcontractor and may provide information on the voluntary self-identification of disability, veteran status, and other demographic information for compliance purposes. Completion is voluntary and will not affect hiring decisions.
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BEAM has grown from a small summer program to a year-round, national program serving 420+ students at six summer sites and 600+ students in year-round programming in New York City and Los Angeles. Our BEAM National pilot reaches over 500 elementary-aged students in seven states, modeling a nationwide pathway based on our local work.
With our strategic plan, our team aims to transform BEAM into a more mature and scalable organization that can drive change across the country.
The Courses You Will Teach Junior Faculty design and teach their own courses in one of BEAM’s signature course areas.
Pure Topics
– Abstract mathematics, such as:
Graph Theory
Number Theory
Symmetry and Tessellations
Students explore reasoning, proofs, and the fundamental structure of mathematical ideas.
Applied Topics
– Math connected to real-world contexts, including:
Programming
Voting Theory
Biology or Data
Students see how mathematical thinking shapes the world around them.
Strategic Math Thinking
– Students build flexible problem-solving strategies through contest-style puzzles, developing casework, pattern recognition, and creativity.
Solving Big Problems
– Students collaborate on deep, challenging problems to strengthen stamina, pattern seeking, and introductory proof structures.
(Note: This is the only semi-scripted course with specific required problems.)
Your Role & Responsibilities We seek early-career educators and graduate students in mathematics, science, or education who love working with middle schoolers and want to develop their teaching practice in a supportive, hands-on summer program.
Junior Faculty design and teach their own courses with mentorship from Senior Faculty and coaching from BEAM staff. You will be part of a collaborative academic team and a vibrant residential community.
Your Responsibilities
Design and teach student-centered math courses; work with a Senior Faculty mentor to plan and refine your course; prepare lesson plans and materials; adapt lessons to student needs, promote inquiry and productive struggle; incorporate support for multilingual learners.
Establish and maintain norms for inquiry and participation; use calm, restorative redirection; partner with TAs to support engagement, behavior management and transitions.
Meet regularly with your Senior Faculty mentor for support and reflection; participate in coaching cycles (observations, debriefs); collaborate with TAs, Academic Director, and peer faculty during planning.
Student Support
Build strong relationships with students; notice and communicate academic or social-emotional concerns using BEAM protocols; work with leadership to support student well-being.
Community & Camp Life
Support evening activities (free time, independent study, relays) at least five days a week; eat meals with students and colleagues; participate in assigned field trips (hiking, amusement parks); attend staff meetings 2-3 times weekly; provide emergency coverage for supervising students as needed.
Training & Wrap Up
Attend all pre-camp training and complete onboarding requirements; use BEAM communication tools; participate in end-of-camp wrap-up, feedback, and documentation.
The Right Fit: You Have…
Curriculum Design Potential:
Ideas for student-centered activities where middle schoolers explore, question, and justify reasoning. Excitement to design lessons with mentorship.
Classroom Leadership Experience:
At least one year of experience leading a classroom or learning environment (e.g., school, enrichment program, math circle, tutoring, undergraduate instruction).
Preferred Experience:
Worked with middle school and/or high school students.
Commitment to Equity:
Dedication to building inclusive classrooms that affirm students’ identities and support varied backgrounds, strengths, and needs.
Excitement for Math and STEM:
Solid understanding of middle school math and enthusiasm for BEAM’s course topics. Familiarity with mathematical proof structures for non-applied courses.
Growth Mindset:
Openness to mentorship and coaching with the ability to implement feedback thoughtfully and consistently.
Clear Communication:
Ability to collaborate effectively with mentors, peers, TAs, and leadership, and to build strong, trusting relationships with students.
Requirements
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the US.
We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment Visas at this time.
International graduate students able to obtain CPT or OPT are welcome to apply.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
Financial & Logistical Support:
Room and board is covered by BEAM for the duration of the program, and travel to and from the camp site is covered within BEAM’s approved travel guidelines.
Small, Collaborative Environment:
Small classes (10-15 students and 2 adults); a collaborative, supportive team of educators and staff.
Deep Student Connection:
The camp setting allows you to truly get to know the extraordinary people the students are.
Professional Growth & Freedom:
Professional development before camp to set you up for success; the opportunity to teach exciting math with the freedom to design your own curriculum, set the arc and goals for your class, and explore student ideas deeply.
Details & Dates Compensation:
$5,900 for the duration of the program.
Locations:
BSA NY:
Marist College
Dates:
All Staff Pre-camp Training
Camp Session
Wrap-up
BSA CA
June 24 – July 22, 2026
06/24 – 06/27
06/28 – 07/19
07/20 – 07/22
BSA NY
July 1 – July 29, 2026
07/01 – 07/04
07/05 – 07/26
07/27 – 07/29
Note: Training days require arrival by 3 pm on the travel day.
Equal Employment Opportunity BEAM is an equal opportunity employer and does not unlawfully discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. All personnel decisions will be made in accordance with the principles of equal employment opportunity and subject only to valid (job-related) requirements for employment, benefits, or promotional opportunities.
Why BEAM We are a federal contractor or subcontractor and may provide information on the voluntary self-identification of disability, veteran status, and other demographic information for compliance purposes. Completion is voluntary and will not affect hiring decisions.
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