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Junior Faculty BEAM Discovery

New York or California

About BEAM

The mission of BEAM is to create pathways for students from low-income and historically marginalized communities to become scientists, mathematicians, engineers, and computer scientists. Led by staff with these same technical backgrounds, BEAM believes that pathways to STEM careers are created through community, individual support, and access to advanced work that typically lies outside most school curricula. We work to directly support students and to transition them to other supportive enrichment programs that enable their future success.

BEAM's model provides continuous support from middle school through college graduation, including intense academic summer programs for middle school students (after 6th and 7th grade), weekend classes and mentoring, and STEM-focused support through college. Our program includes not just access to learning advanced math but also support finding and applying to other opportunities, including support with college admissions and financial aid. In addition to our academic content, bringing students into community is a key part of our mission and all of our work is designed to support that goal.

BEAM has grown from a small summer program serving 17 students in the summer of 2011 to a year-round, national program, serving 420+ students at six summer program sites and 600+ students in year-round programming in New York City and Los Angeles this school year. In addition, our BEAM National pilot program now reaches over 500 elementary-aged students in seven different states, working to create a new nationwide pathway modeled on our local work.

With our recent strategic plan, our team has committed to transforming the organization from a successful startup to a more mature and scalable organization that can drive change across the country.

Junior Faculty, BEAM Discovery

 

Picturing our classrooms

At BEAM, we strive to create classrooms where students take the lead in doing mathematics. Picture them working in huddles or independently, exploring patterns on the board, debating strategies, and justifying their reasoning to their peers. Our classes feature open-ended challenges that invite every student —no matter their background—to jump in, explore, and grow. Teachers guide the process, fostering persistence and helping students make sense of math through inquiry and productive struggle. By affirming students’ strengths and identities, we empower them to see themselves as confident problem-solvers and mathematicians.

 

The type of math that you will teach

We run four types of courses at BEAM Discovery to help students grow in their mathematical skills and confidence. Each type of class focuses on different areas of mathematics (see below). You will teach a class of one type in the morning and of another type in the afternoon, using adaptable lesson materials* provided by BEAM.

Morning Classes

  • Logical Reasoning: Through fun puzzles like Sudoku, KenKen, and liars-and-truthtellers, students build their logical reasoning skills. They learn to organize cases, work methodically, and spot contradictions to find solutions. 
  • Math Fundamentals: Help students dive into familiar topics like fractions, exponents, and geometry, exploring them with depth and creativity. The goal is to move beyond memorization and uncover the "why" behind key concepts.

Afternoon Classes

  • Creative Problem Solving: Guide students through exciting problems often found in math contests, from combinatorics to geometric patterns. This class emphasizes creative approaches and thinking deeply about a specific area of mathematics.
  • Applied Mathematics: Introduce students to how math connects to the real world. Topics range from mathematical biology and programming to voting theory and astronomy, giving students a taste of how math is used in diverse fields.

*While new faculty use pre-made lesson materials, those who return for a second year have the opportunity to create and teach some of their own classes. Many of our pre-made courses started as successful BEAM classes designed by returning faculty.

 

About the role 

We are looking for early-career educators or graduate students in mathematics, science or education who are excited to create classrooms where students take the lead in doing math—exploring patterns, debating strategies, and justifying their reasoning. You have a passion for understanding the “why” behind math and enjoy guiding students through inquiry and productive struggle toward their own understanding and ownership. With the support of peers and a dedicated coach, you’ll refine your teaching skills and build engaging, student-centered classrooms. Join us in our day camp BEAM Discovery to inspire students and grow as an educator while making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve.

 

You will…

  • Teach once or twice daily, adapting pre-made lesson resources to create engaging and tailored math classes for the students in your classroom.
  • Spend time as needed to fully understand the math in each lesson.
  • Lead one or two daily problem-solving sessions, actively engaging in a space where students work on provided problems, facilitating independence and modeling how to tackle new challenges.
  • Collaborate closely with teaching assistants, coaches, and other faculty in dedicated collaboration spaces, receiving support to help you succeed in diving into the math, lesson planning, problem-solving sessions, and creating engaging classroom experiences.
  • Help maintain a positive camp environment by modeling and encouraging camp expectations and routines.
  • Contribute to camp life by joining activities, sharing meals with students, and supervising relays at least three times a week. Attend 1–2 weekly staff meetings to stay aligned and collaborate with the camp team.
  • Attend pre-camp training and complete wrap-up sessions and feedback after camp.

 

You have… 

  • Classroom Leadership Experience: At least 1+ years of experience as the main instructor regularly leading a classroom (e.g., in schools, colleges, enrichment programs, or math circles).
  • A Commitment to Equity: A dedication to creating inclusive classrooms where all students, regardless of their background or prior experience, feel valued and capable. You believe in leveraging students’ diverse strengths, identities, and perspectives to enrich the learning experience.
  • Student-Centered Teaching Approach: You guide learners to explore, question, and justify their reasoning. You understand that inquiry, collaboration, and productive struggle are essential to building confident problem-solvers.
  • Familiarity with and/or Excitement for Topics: A solid grasp of middle school math concepts and familiarity with the topics in our classes—or the ability and enthusiasm to dive into them with support from peers, coaches, and pre-made lesson resources.
  • Growth Mindset: A reflective teaching practice and openness to feedback from your coach, TAs, and peers, with the ability to thoughtfully implement feedback as an opportunity to refine and enhance your teaching practice.
  • Effective Communication: The ability to connect with students, colleagues, and the broader community in ways that foster understanding, collaboration, and support.

Requirements…

  • Ability to work on-site in the city where the camp is located (NYC or LA). BEAM does not cover room and board for BEAM Discovery programs.
  • Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the US. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment Visa at this time. International graduate students able to obtain CPT or OPT are welcome to apply.

Exceptional candidates will have…

  • A background in teaching enrichment math or science.
  • Experience working with students from historically marginalized communities, including Title 1 schools.

Why You’ll Love Working Here…

  • Free lunch every day during camp
  • Small classes with 15 students and 2–3 adults
  • Engaging lesson plans with fun puzzles and deep math to inspire students
  • Professional development before camp to set you up for success
  • A collaborative, supportive team of educators and staff
  • 2–4 staff dinners during camp to relax, connect, and celebrate together

Don’t have everything listed under the “you have…” section? 

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single condition. At BEAM, we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive culture of belonging, so if you’re excited about this role but your experiences don’t match exactly to everything in the posting we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other BEAM roles.

 

Details

Location: 

  • BEAM Discovery LA will take place at Rise Kohyang Middle School 
  • BEAM Discovery NYC will take place in a Downtown and Uptown location.

 Program dates:

  • The LA dates will be June 18 - July 29, 2024:
    • All Staff Pre-camp Training: 06/18 - 06/20
    • Camp: 06/23 - 07/25, 07/04 Holiday 
    • Wrap-up: 07/28-07/29
  • The NYC dates will be July 1st - August 9th, 2025:
    • All Staff Pre-Camp Training: July 1–3 (with July 4 holiday)
    • Camp Dates: July 7–August 7 (camps run Monday through Friday)
    • Wrap-Up: August 8–11

Staff Pre-camp and Wrap-Up Days: These sessions are full-day commitments (9:00 AM to 4:00 PM), even if you are working part-time.

Compensation:

  • Full-time positions: $5,700 for the duration of the program.
  • Part-time positions: $2,850. Work either in the morning (9 AM–12:30 PM) or afternoon (Noon–3:30 PM).

Application Process:

Screening call (~30 mins) → Project (max 2 hours) → Final Interview (max 1 hours) → Reference checks & offer!

For more information and the application, contact us at Bruce@beammath.org. For information on working at our residential summer camps, check out our BEAM Summer Away postings!

Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

BEAM believes that our staff, at all levels and across all roles, should represent the backgrounds of the students we serve. We are committed to creating a supportive and inclusive environment. Beyond a commitment to nondiscrimination, we strongly encourage applications from underrepresented and marginalized communities.

 

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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.

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