Math Teacher Intern - Contractor

Empowered Math aims to attract and retain experienced and certified math educators to fill teacher vacancies at public, charter and private schools in the Kansas City metro area. Our founding principle is that the teacher is the driving force of student success, hence schools should focus resources on premier educators . We offer perks that a traditional teaching contract can’t, starting with higher pay. Additionally, we offer growth paths for teachers that allow them to capitalize on their expertise in and out of the classroom.

The Job

  • Collaborate to develop and implement engaging lesson plans aligned with the curriculum

  • Utilize different teaching methods to cater to diverse learning styles

  • Provide constructive feedback to students on their progress

  • Create and administer assessments to evaluate students' understanding

  • Maintain accurate records of students' grades and attendance

  • Communicate with families regarding students' academic performance

  • Collaborate with colleagues to enhance teaching strategies and curriculum development

  • Stay updated on educational trends and best practices in mathematics education

The Qualifications

  • A daily available time block of at least two consecutive hours, Monday through Friday, 7:30-4:00

  • Student-focused approach to learning, which includes a desire to build positive relationships that are characterized by mutual respect and trust

  • Desire to obtain a teaching certification

The Perks

  • $600 budget per section for teaching and student materials

  • Paid professional development opportunities

  • Growth opportunities within Empowered Math’s organization

  • Hybrid work option - work from home one day per week

  • Coteaching model

The Pay

$25-40 per hour (Based on college credits, certification, and experience)

Instructional time is multiplied by 1.5 to calculate hours worked to account for the administrative aspects of teaching such as planning, family contact, grading, etc.

To Apply

Send your resume to teach@empoweredmath.co with “Math Teacher Intern” as the subject line.

Include why you’re interested in the position and tell us about your unique strengths as a teacher.