Math Competition Coach

About the role

Think Academy US ( www.TheThinkAcademy.com ), a wholly owned subsidiary of TAL Education Group (NYSE: TAL), is an education technology (EdTech) company providing K-12 extracurricular learning services through science and technology. At Think Academy, we provide full-cycle services to foster students' critical thinking, strengthen their logic skills, and help them achieve their goals through innovative teaching techniques. Each week, more than 6 million students are enrolled in TAL's online and offline education platforms. Whom we are looking for: Think Academy U.S. is looking for a Remote Math Competition Coach to teach AIME & JMO level math content. 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.

Responsibilities

• Teach AMC10 / AIME / JMO competition problems virtually through the Think Academy Teaching Platform.
• Develop personalized training plans tailored to students' levels and goals
• Create high-quality problem sets, handouts, and learning materials aligned with various competition systems
• Stay up to date with the latest trends, formats, and problem styles of annual math contests
• Guide and mentor students in preparing for local and international math competitions, including BMT, HMMT, etc
• How You Can Be Qualified:
• Academic background in Mathematics, or a related STEM field (Master's degree or higher)
• Personal experience in math competitions, with at least qualification to USA Junior Mathematical Olympiad or equivalent level
• Strong mathematical foundation and deep understanding of competition-style problem solving
• Ability to explain advanced concepts clearly and inspire students at different levels
• Passionate about competitive mathematics and committed to helping students excel
• Prior teaching or coaching experience is a plus
• Participation in team-based math competitions is a strong plus
• Compensation & Benefits
• Teaching Hours: $75+/hour
• Non-Teaching/Admin Hours: $25-35/hour for grading, class preparation, parent communication, and related work
• Performance-Based Increases: Opportunities for bonuses and pay rate growth based on performance and long-term contribution
• Consistent Teaching Opportunities: Strong teachers may continue into year-round teaching opportunities, creating more stable long-term earnings
• Benefits: 401(k), health insurance, dental insurance, and vision insurance based on eligibility
• Visa Support: Work visa sponsorship may be considered for long-term, high-performing teachers

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Additional Information

Location: Remote Job Type: Full-Time (30-40 hours/week, W2) Start Date: Summer 2026 onboarding, with paid in person training in June/July Compensation: $75+/hour for teaching + $25-35/hour for non-teaching/admin time

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