Who we are

Prisma is a new kind of education company driven by a singular mission: to equip kids with the skill they need to thrive in the future. The world is changing faster than ever, yet our current education system is not designed for rapid change. At Prisma we have designed a new kind of K-12 learning experience, built from the ground up to not only develop kids' future-ready skills (applied curiousity, innovator’s mindset, communication & collaboration, and initiative & follow through) but to instill in them a desire to make a large, positive impact on the world. Prisma combines the flexibility of home-based learning, the socialization of a close-knit peer group that meets daily, the support of an inspiring learning coach, and the personalization of an interests-based, adaptable curriculum. We believe that every student deserves to love school, be able to progress at their own pace, pursue what interests them, and to reach their full potential. If you believe this too and you dream of a job where you can truly have an impact on the world, read on!

What the role is

Do you dream of a world in which all kids love math, see its relevance in their everyday lives, work regularly in collaborative small groups, embrace struggle, and enjoy playing with numbers?

We are turning the typical high school experience on its head, so this is not your average math teacher role! In fact, in our model kids are led by 'Learning coaches,' not teachers, and they learn via live video and interactive experiences, not classrooms and textbooks. As a math coach (contractor), you’ll be responsible for working closely with groups of learners as they progress through math curriculum, leading engaging and innovative math learning experiences, and creating an environment in which kids see the real-world relevance of numbers and are excited to explore content that interests and challenges them.

This temporary, contracted position is expected to require 25 hours per week, from mid-August through the end of November, while our permanent math coach is on maternity leave. This role offers an excellent opportunity to explore Prisma and be well-positioned for future roles in the organization.

What you will do

• Serve as a temporary math coach for three math sections, approximately 30-40 learners enrolled in Algebra 1A, Algebra 1B, and Algebra 1.
• Meet with learners in live workshops 3 to 4 times per week to provide direct instruction, review content, preview new skills, or engage in math challenges.
• Lead daily office hour sessions in which learners work on math individually or collaboratively and can get help if they’re stuck.
• Set individualized goals for math progress and mastery with each small group of learners and help to hold learners accountable for meeting math goals.
• Regularly review learner progress and mastery via third-party online programs and communicate that progress clearly to learners and parents.
• Meet 1:1 with learners and families to support progress as needed.
• Meet with the learning coach team and math curriculum team to share best practices, problem solve, action plan, and review learner progress.

Who the ideal candidate is

You are a/an:

• Someone who loves kids and gets energy from working with learners, building positive relationships with them, and getting to know them as mathematicians and as people. Kids get you and you get kids.