Description

The Well-Trained Mind Academy is seeking part-time Mathematics instructors to teach live, online Algebra I and Algebra II for the 2026-27 school year (August 1 - May 31).  

These are rigorous proof-based math courses, using a problem-solving approach  based on the Art of Problem Solving math curriculum. 

For the 2026-2027 school year, we are looking to hire for the following section; all times listed are for the Eastern Time Zone (US):

Algebra I - Monday/Wednesday/Friday                     1:00 - 2:00 pm (55 minute class period)
Algebra II - Tuesday/Thursday                                   noon - 1:20 pm (1 hour 15 min class period) 

Course Description

Our mathematics program uses a classical education approach. Instructors should be comfortable using socratic discussion in classes and allowing students to experiment with methods of solving problems. Classes are taught live using Blackboard Collaborate. 

Position Description

Part-time instructors teach 1-6 sections of 12-15 students each. Qualified and interested instructors will be considered for additional courses in their fields of expertise when they return the following school year. Online teaching experience required. Must be comfortable working with a small focused team, taking academic direction, and cooperating with other mathematics instructors.

This position is part-time; instructors are hired on a course-by-course basis. Instructors should have The position advertised is a US-based position. Employees must reside in one of the following states: 

Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado,Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming.  

Any questions regarding eligibility based on location should be submitted before proceeding with the application. 

The position requires reliable high-speed internet. 

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in the field or a related field
• Comfortable using Google Drive
• Experience with Blackboard, Canvas, or another LMS
• Experience using conferencing software in an educational setting
• Can comfortably work using a screen for several hours in a row
• Ability to balance several tasks at once (delivering lessons while also managing chat, addressing student behavior in real time, ability to answer questions in real time)
• Engaging presentation style, with ability to monitor student engagement and interest
• Comfortable stepping into a classroom where the primary teacher structured the classroom assignments and expectations

Preferred Qualifications

• Middle school and/or high school teaching experience (in a classroom and/or a homeschool setting.)
• Experience teaching in a virtual setting
• Experience teaching honors math/Art of Problem Solving 

Compensation

Compensation is $5,600 per section of Problem-Solving math course for the academic year. Tutors are compensated $45/hour.  Instructors qualify for tuition remission for their own students (a one-to-one match for every section they teach) and retirement after two years employment. 

To Apply

Please submit a cover letter that addresses previous teaching experience and a CV or résumé.  Email all materials to careers@welltrainedmind.com. Applications will be considered until the position is filled.