Virtual Math Tutor Jobs in Santa Cruz, CA (NOW HIRING)

Location: Remote

Job Type: Full-Time (30–40 hours/week, W2)

Start Date: Summer 2026 onboarding, with paid in-person training in San Jose, CA

Compensation: $35-45/hour for teaching + $16–20/hour for non-teaching/admin time

Join Think Academy as a full-time Math Teacher starting Summer 2026. Teach with structured curriculum, receive paid training, and grow into long-term teaching and curriculum roles.

• Teach using high-quality curriculum (no need to build from scratch)
• Paid for both teaching and non-teaching work
• Clear growth path (Senior Teacher, Mentor, Curriculum roles)
• Long-term opportunity with consistent teaching schedule

This is a long-term teaching opportunity—not a short-term tutoring role.

Think Academy US, a wholly owned subsidiary of TAL Education Group (NYSE: TAL), is a leading education company dedicated to helping K–12 students build strong academic foundations, confidence in math, and long-term learning ability through high-quality teaching and thoughtfully designed curriculum.

Unlike many traditional teaching roles where teachers are expected to build everything on their own, Think Academy teachers work within a structured instructional system with curriculum support, training, class materials, and team collaboration. This allows teachers to focus more on student growth and teaching quality, while continuing to grow professionally.

In this role, you will receive:

• Teach with high-quality curriculum, lesson materials, and instructional guidance
• Receive structured onboarding and ongoing training
• Collaborate with a team instead of teaching in isolation
• Spend less time building materials from scratch and more time focusing on teaching

High-performing teachers may grow into opportunities such as:

• Senior Teacher
• Lead Teacher or Mentor
• Curriculum and Lesson Development
• Teacher Training Support
• Academic Operations or Management roles

This role is especially well-suited for candidates seeking a professional teaching path with both instructional depth and long-term advancement opportunities.

• Compensation for both teaching and non-teaching work (grading, class preparation, parent communication)
• Performance-based increases and advancement opportunities
• Potential to continue into year-round teaching, creating more stable long-term earnings

• Teach math classes in a clear, engaging, and student-centered way
• Deliver lessons using Think Academy's curriculum, lesson materials, and instructional guidance
• Support students in building strong understanding in topics across different grade levels
• Manage a virtual or in-person classroom and create a positive, high-expectation learning environment
• Grade homework and provide timely academic feedback
• Communicate professionally with students and parents about progress, performance, and learning goals
• Participate in teacher training, lesson preparation, and ongoing professional development
• Work approximately 30–40 hours per week, with most classes scheduled during weekday afternoons/evenings and weekends

• Bachelor's degree completed or in progress
• Strong math foundation
• Passion for teaching and supporting student growth
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Able to commit at least one semester with fixed teaching schedule (Fall semester ends in Dec. 2026)
• Available to work during weekday afternoons/evenings and weekends
• Experience in tutoring, mentoring, coaching, camp teaching, classroom teaching, or working with students is a plus
• Math competition background (such as AMC or related experience) is a plus, but not required
• Available to attend a 5-day on-site training (paid) in San Jose, CA as part of onboarding

• Teaching Hours: $35-45/hour
• Non-Teaching/Admin Hours: $16–20/hour for grading, class preparation, parent communication, and related work
• Performance-Based Increases: Opportunities for bonuses and pay rate growth based on performance and long-term contribution
• Consistent Teaching Opportunities: Strong teachers may continue into year-round teaching opportunities, creating more stable long-term earnings
• Benefits: 401(k), health insurance, dental insurance, and vision insurance based on eligibility
• Visa Support: Work visa sponsorship may be considered for long-term, high-performing teachers

Think Academy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.