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How much do freelance math writer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance math writer in California is $22.97, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.14 and $25.87 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Freelance Math Writer job?

A Freelance Math Writer creates math-related content for textbooks, online courses, test prep materials, blogs, and educational websites. They break down complex mathematical concepts into clear, engaging explanations. This role requires strong math skills, writing proficiency, and the ability to tailor content for different audiences. Freelance Math Writers work independently, managing their projects and deadlines while collaborating with clients or publishers.

What are the typical responsibilities of a Freelance Math Writer?

As a Freelance Math Writer, your typical responsibilities include researching mathematical topics, creating and editing instructional content, writing assessments or problem sets, and sometimes developing step-by-step solutions or explanations. You may work independently for publishers, edtech companies, exam providers, or academic websites, often managing multiple projects with varied deadlines. Regular collaboration with editors, subject matter experts, or curriculum developers is common to ensure your work aligns with project goals and educational standards. This diverse workflow allows for flexibility but also requires strong organizational and time management skills to successfully balance multiple assignments.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Freelance Math Writer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Freelance Math Writer, you need a deep understanding of mathematical concepts, excellent written communication skills, and at least a bachelor's degree in mathematics or a related field. Familiarity with typesetting tools such as LaTeX, online collaboration platforms, and educational content management systems is highly beneficial. Strong research abilities, attention to detail, and the ability to adapt your writing style for diverse audiences help you stand out in this role. These skills are crucial for producing accurate, engaging, and accessible math content that meets client or publisher expectations.

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Sunday Math Contest Teaching Assistant

Sunday Math Contest Teaching Assistant

Art of Problem Solving

San Diego, CA

$18/hr

Part-time

Posted 2 days ago


Job description

AoPS Online offers rigorous, high-quality math and other STEM classes for middle and high school students which expand and deepen their scientific thinking. For more information on our classes and to see a list of full offerings, check out our course catalog.

We seek staff with strong math content knowledge and writing skills who can provide mentoring feedback for our students who are preparing for contests like MATHCOUNTS, AMC, AIME, and USA(J)MO. We also offer regular subject math classes and classes in Python, physics, and chemistry.

Our teaching assistants supplement students' learning experiences by answering questions, providing hints, and encouragement in real time during our live text-based classes (there is no video or audio). You can learn more about our innovative online classroom on our website. Classes run once per week from 7:20 - 9:00 pm ET. Applicants must be available on Sundays, but there may be opportunities on other days of the week.

Job Benefits
  • Starting pay rate is $18 per hour.
  • Positions are highly flexible and can be performed anywhere with a stable internet connection.
  • Excellent opportunity to develop mentoring skills while working with amazing students!
Requirements:
  • Must be 18 or older.
  • Strong command of math content required, physics, python, or chemistry a plus
  • Good English writing and typing skills.
  • Quick thinker in a fast-paced learning environment.
  • Must be pursuing or have completed a degree in a STEM field. Completed degree preferred.
  • Teaching or tutoring experience.
  • Experience with math contests (e.g. MAA AMC 10/12, AIME, USA(J)MO) required, other contest experience a plus (e.g., F=ma, USAPhO, USACO, USNCO, etc).

AoPS Online hires worldwide. Your current location will influence whether we are able to offer you part-time or freelance work in this role.

We currently are not able to hire anyone residing in one of the following countries: Balkans, Belarus, Burma, Burundi, Central African Republic, Chinese Military Companies, Cote D'Ivoire (Ivory Coast), Cuba, Congo, Hong Kong, Iran, Iraq, Lebanon, Liberia, Libya, Mali, Nicaragua, North Korea, Russia, Somalia, Sudan, South Sudan, and Darfur, Syria, Ukraine, Venezuela, Yemen, Zimbabwe.

If you will be working from the US, you must be authorized to work in the US. Please note we do not offer sponsorship.

About AoPS:

Art of Problem Solving (AoPS) is on a mission to discover, inspire, and train the great problem solvers of the next generation. Since 2003, we have trained hundreds of thousands of the country's top students, including nearly all the members of the US International Math Olympiad team, through our online school, in-person academies, textbooks, and online learning systems. While our primary focus has been math for most of our history, through the years we have expanded our unique problem solving curriculum into subjects, such as language arts, science, and computer science.