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Galileo Learning

Summer Instructor, Wheaton

Chicago, IL

$16.75 - $17.50/hr

As a Summer Instructor, you'll lead hands-on design and outdoor activities, creating an inspiring ... math for groups of up to 28 campers * Create an inviting and safe learning space; prepare and ...

Galileo Learning

Summer Instructor, Wheaton

Wheaton, IL · On-site

$16.75 - $17.50/hr

As a Summer Instructor, you'll lead hands-on design and outdoor activities, creating an inspiring ... math for groups of up to 28 campers * Create an inviting and safe learning space; prepare and ...

Thornton Township High School District 205

R.O.A.R

Harvey, IL · On-site

$13.50 - $17.50/hr

Summer Camp/Summer Camp Date Posted: 5/14/2026 Location: Thornton Township High School Closing Date: 07/31/2026 Attachment(s): * ROAR ENGLISH.docx * ROAR s Coordinator 2026.docx * ROAR Math.docx

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How much do summer math jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for summer math in Chicago, IL is $60,611.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $46,400.00 and $72,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are 'Summer Math' programs?

Summer Math programs are educational opportunities offered during the summer months to help students strengthen their math skills, catch up on missed concepts, or get ahead for the upcoming school year. These programs can take place in-person or online and are available for a range of grade levels. They often include interactive lessons, practice problems, and sometimes enrichment activities to make learning math more engaging. Participating in summer math can help prevent learning loss and boost students' confidence in mathematics.

What Are Summer Math Jobs?

Summer math jobs include temporary and seasonal roles in which you teach or tutor students over the summer months. As a summer math teacher or tutor, you work for educational programs in summer schools, tutoring centers, and in private sessions. Your main duties include planning mathematics lessons and instructing students in a classroom setting. You help pupils to understand complex mathematical processes and offer helpful study methods and strategies. Depending on the age of your students and the setting, you devise engaging math games and activities to reinforce concepts. Keeping students engaged and creating a welcoming and educational environment are key responsibilities.

What are some typical responsibilities for someone working in a Summer Math teaching position?

In a Summer Math teaching role, you can expect to deliver engaging math lessons to students, often in small groups or one-on-one settings. Responsibilities include planning creative activities, assessing student progress, and providing targeted support to help students strengthen foundational math skills. You'll also collaborate with other educators to adapt curriculum materials and share best practices, ensuring a supportive and effective learning environment. Flexibility and strong communication are important, as you may work with students at various grade levels and abilities.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Summer Math Teacher, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Summer Math Teacher, you need solid knowledge of mathematics, effective lesson planning skills, and a relevant teaching credential or coursework in education. Familiarity with educational technology, classroom management systems, and math-specific software like GeoGebra or Desmos is often required. Excellent communication, patience, and creativity help engage students and adapt to diverse learning styles in a condensed timeframe. These skills are crucial for delivering effective instruction, maintaining student interest, and achieving learning outcomes during an accelerated summer program.
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Infographic showing various Summer Math job openings in Chicago, IL as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 5% Internship, 42% Full Time, 30% Part Time, 7% Temporary, and 16% Summer. Highlights an 98% In-person, and 2% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $60,611 per year, or $29.1 per hour.
Teaching Assistant - Math and Language Arts

Teaching Assistant - Math and Language Arts

Art of Problem Solving

Northbrook, IL • On-site

$16/hr

Full-time

Retirement

Posted 3 days ago

Job description

Join Our AoPS Academy as a Math and Language Arts Teaching Assistant!

Are you enthusiastic about supporting student learning and helping create an engaging, collaborative classroom environment? We have the perfect opportunity for you!

The Teaching Assistant will:

  • Support Instruction: Assist instructors with company-created curriculum and materials, helping advanced students grasp complex concepts.
  • Student Support: Work one-on-one with students during class activities and provide additional help when needed.
  • Classroom Management: Help maintain an organized learning environment and assist in managing up to 16 students.
  • Assignment Support: Assist with grading and providing constructive feedback on student work.
  • Build Relationships: Connect with students and staff members to encourage their learning journey and academic growth.
  • Foster Learning: Help create an environment that promotes critical thinking and academic curiosity.

The Ideal Candidate has:

  • Must be 16 years old or older
  • Possess strong math and language arts skills with the ability to help students navigate advanced concepts
  • Experience with/interest in working with younger students strongly preferred
  • Exceptional written and spoken communication
  • Positive and encouraging attitude that helps students feel comfortable asking questions
  • Detail-oriented and organized
  • Familiarity with the AoPS curriculum is not required, but a plus

Not Required:

  • Prior teaching experience or education coursework is not required for this position.

Schedule (Academic Year):

  • AoPS Academy is an afterschool program with classes in the evenings and on weekends. Candidates must be available to teach during weekday after-school hours (as early as 4pm) and/or on weekends.
  • This position requires a minimum initial commitment of about 3 hours per week for each assigned class.
  • Each course meets once per week for 1 hour 45 minutes.

Schedule (Summer):

  • During the summer, we offer multiple two-week camps between June - August
  • Camp classes are held Monday-Friday for 3 hours a day, with both morning and afternoon classes

Campus Location:

  • This is an in-person position at our Northbrook location
  • Candidates must be located in Northbrook, Illinois or the greater area and must be able to commute to our campus

Why Join AoPS:

  • Hourly rate $16.00/hour
  • Impact: Directly support advanced student learning by providing one-on-one assistance and helping students grasp complex concepts in an engaging summer camp environment
  • Culture: Join a collaborative team focused on fostering critical thinking and academic curiosity while creating a supportive learning environment for motivated students
  • Benefits: Paid sick leave, employee discounts on classes and programs
  • Future Planning: 401k retirement plan with company match
  • Quality of Life: Flexible summer schedule with multiple two-week camp options, 3-hour daily commitment, and choice of morning or afternoon sessions
About AoPS Academy
  • AoPS Academy is a year-round educational enrichment program.
  • Since 1993, AoPS has prepared hundreds of thousands of students for college and career success through engaging curriculum, expert online instruction, and local, in-person academies.
  • AoPS Academy is a program of Art of Problem Solving, a global leader in K–12 advanced education. AoPS Academy brings the AoPS methodology to small live physical and virtual classrooms. We offer a world-class curriculum in math, science, and language arts for students in grades 1-12, creating an environment where exploration meets challenge, right in your local neighborhood. Students learn in small classes led by accomplished instructors and collaborate with a peer group who share their passion for learning.
  • We have opened 20+ academies across the nation since 2016 and are still growing!

In order to be considered for this position you must be legally authorized to work in the US. We are unable to offer sponsorship, including STEM-OPT and H-1B.