Bridge to Enter Advanced Mathematics (BEAM) · 1 day ago
Senior Faculty, BEAM Summer Away
New York, NY or Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expBEAM is dedicated to creating pathways for students from low-income and underserved communities to excel in STEM fields. The Senior Faculty member will teach dynamic math classes and provide mentorship to Junior Faculty, ensuring a supportive and enriching learning environment for students.
EducationNon ProfitSocial
No H1B
Responsibilities
Design and teach rigorous, student-centered math courses aligned to BEAM’s Summer Away offerings
Prepare complete lesson materials (problems, examples, pacing plans, and solutions)
Adapt instruction to student needs while maintaining the integrity of the course arc
Incorporate support for multilingual learners using visuals, structured explanations, and reasoning scaffolds
Use diagnostic listening and formative assessment to adjust instruction
Mentor one Junior Faculty member through regular check-ins (at least every other day)
Observe your mentee’s teaching and provide specific, actionable feedback tied to BEAM’s instructional vision
Model structures, routines, questioning techniques, and problem-solving facilitation in your classroom
Support your mentee in lesson planning, classroom culture, pacing, and student engagement
Co-facilitate one to two collaboration sessions each week with the Academic Director for faculty and Junior Faculty
Contribute to productive professional conversations about lesson planning, pacing, student misconceptions, and student work
Foster a collaborative environment where teachers feel supported, curious, and aligned
Set clear expectations and norms for inquiry, collaboration, and respectful engagement
Use calm, restorative redirection aligned with BEAM’s behavioral expectations
Follow and model the camp’s behavior escalation ladder and partner with TAs and Academic Director on classroom culture
Communicate proactively with leadership about academic or behavioral concerns
Set clear expectations for TA roles in supporting group work, engagement, and transitions
Help cultivate a joyful, consistent camp experience by engaging in the community outside of class
Support evening free time, independent study, relays, and other activities at least five days per week
Eat meals with students and colleagues to build relationships and foster a welcoming environment
Attend field trips (hiking days, field days, or amusement park trips)
Participate in staff meetings two to three times per week
Provide emergency coverage for supervising students as needed
Attend all pre-camp training sessions and complete onboarding requirements
Use BEAM communication tools (radios, shared schedules, and shared drives)
Participate in end-of-camp wrap-up, including reflections, documentation, and curriculum archiving
Qualification
Required
Experience crafting inquiry-driven, student-centered lessons that promote deep problem-solving and mathematical reasoning
At least five years as a primary instructor in a school, enrichment, university, or math circle environment
At least two years supporting other educators through coaching, department leadership, mentorship, or similar roles
A strong belief that mathematical brilliance exists in every community and that inclusive structures help students thrive
A strong understanding of the mathematics relevant to BEAM Summer Away courses
For Pure and Problem Solving courses: Comfort with proof and reasoning structures
For Applied courses: Ability to connect mathematics to real-world contexts
A reflective teaching practice and openness to implementing feedback
Skill in facilitating groups, giving clear feedback, and building supportive, trust-based relationships
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the US
We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment Visas
International graduate students able to obtain CPT or OPT are welcome to apply
Preferred
Worked with middle school and/or high school students
A background in teaching enrichment math or science
Experience working with low-income students or from historically marginalized communities, including Title 1 schools
Experience supporting multilingual learners or students with diverse needs
Benefits
Room and board is covered by BEAM for the duration of the summer program.
Travel from and to the camp site is covered by BEAM within BEAM’s approved travel guidelines.
Professional development before camp to set you up for success.
Company
Bridge to Enter Advanced Mathematics (BEAM)
Bridge to Enter Advanced Mathematics (BEAM) guides underserved students with math talent towards careers in STEM fields.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Panera Bread Foundation
2024-03-19Grant
Leadership Team
Daniel Zaharopol
Chief Executive Officer
Tania Tiburcio, SHRM-SCP
Chief Operating Officer
Recent News
2025-03-17
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