Part-Time Math Teacher Role – $45/hr Ed-Tech Growth in Columbus
Career & Market Insight
This role is an excellent entry point for those considering a career in education technology or online tutoring, with very low barriers — no prior teaching experience required and current students are welcome to apply. That signals Think Academy prioritizes math aptitude and passion over credentials, making it accessible for career changers or those supplementing income.
Compensation analysis: USD $45/hr is competitive for part-time online teaching — well above the US median for tutoring ($25–$35/hr) and comparable to established platforms like Varsity Tutors or Wyzant for specialized subjects. The performance-based retention bonus (15% target) incentivizes long-term student engagement, a skill that compounds in value in ed-tech careers.
Skills you'll develop:
- Online classroom management (up to 18 students) — increasingly valued in hybrid and virtual education environments.
- Curriculum delivery within a structured ed-tech platform, useful for roles at companies like Khan Academy, Duolingo, or Coursera.
- Parent communication and student retention — core account management skills.
- Math competition pedagogy (if developed) — niche and high-demand.
Green flags: TAL Education Group is NYSE-listed, giving this role institutional backing. The semester-based structure offers stability. Potential watch points: Hours are capped at 20/week (part-time only), limiting earning potential as a primary income source. The curriculum is pre-built, which reduces creative autonomy but lowers prep burden. Best suited as a supplementary income or career exploration role, not a primary career path without advancement opportunities discussed.
Role: Math Teacher
Job Type: Part-Time (12–20 hours per week)
Location: Remote
Intended Start Date: ASAP
Who We Are:
Think Academy US (www.TheThinkAcademy.com), a 100% owned subsidiary of TAL Education Group (NYSE: TAL), is a recently established education technology (Ed-Tech) company providing K–12 extra-curricular learning services through science and technology. At Think Academy, we provide full-cycle service to foster local children's ability to think critically, strengthen their logic skills, and help them fulfill their goals through innovative teaching techniques. We believe love and technology can make education better. Each week, more than 6 million students are enrolled in TAL's online and offline education platform.
Who We Are Looking For:
Think Academy is looking for a Part-Time Remote Math Teacher. Teachers are expected to understand math concepts, prepare classes based on Think Academy's curriculum, deliver engaging and age-appropriate math lessons, explain concepts, demonstrate problem-solving techniques, and use various teaching methods to meet the diverse needs of students. Teaching language is English.
What You Will Do:
- Teach elementary-level mathematics virtually through the Think Academy Teaching Platform.
- Actively engage and manage an online classroom of up to 18 students.
- Prepare and deliver lessons using Think Academy's curriculum and teaching guidance.
- Grade homework and provide other essential teaching-related services.
- Communicate effectively with students and parents, offering timely and personalized feedback.
- Typically work 12–20 hours per week (depending on number of classes taken), primarily during weekends or weekday afternoons/evenings.
How You Can Be Qualified:
- Bachelor's degree or above; all majors welcome — Education or STEM-related majors preferred.
- You are still eligible to apply if you are currently pursuing or in progress of obtaining a Bachelor's degree.
- Prior math teaching experience is not required, but a plus.
- Elementary math competition learning or teaching experience is a plus.
- Can commit to at least one full semester starting from Spring 2026 (Summer: June–Aug; Fall: Aug–Dec; Spring: Jan–May).
- Available and willing to work during weekday evenings and weekends.
- Passionate about teaching and the education industry; highly responsible and enjoys working with kids.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Pay Range:
- USD $45/hr or CAD $60/hr; teachers are assigned roughly 3–7 classes per week.
- Pay Structure: Teaching Fee × Number of Classes + Student Retention Bonus (targeted at 15% of Teaching Fee) + Training Allowance.
- Please ask your recruiter for more information about the pay rate.
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