Bridge to Enter Advanced Mathematics (BEAM) · 1 day ago
Junior Faculty, BEAM Summer Away
BEAM is dedicated to creating pathways for students from low-income and underserved communities to pursue STEM careers. As a Junior Faculty member, you will design and teach student-centered math courses, supporting middle school students in developing their problem-solving skills and confidence in mathematics.
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Responsibilities
Design and teach student-centered math courses; work with a Senior Faculty mentor to plan and refine your course; prepare lesson plans and materials; adapt lessons to student needs, promote inquiry and productive struggle; incorporate support for multilingual learners
Establish and maintain norms for inquiry and participation; use calm, restorative redirection; partner with TAs to support engagement, behavior management and transitions
Meet regularly with your Senior Faculty mentor for support and reflection; participate in coaching cycles (observations, debriefs); collaborate with TAs, Academic Director, and peer faculty during planning
Build strong relationships with students; notice and communicate academic or social-emotional concerns using BEAM protocols; work with leadership to support student well-being
Support evening activities (free time, independent study, relays) at least five days a week; eat meals with students and colleagues; participate in assigned field trips (hiking, amusement parks); attend staff meetings 2-3 times weekly; Provide emergency coverage for supervising students as needed
Attend all pre-camp training and complete onboarding requirements; use BEAM communication tools; participate in end-of-camp wrap-up, feedback, and documentation
Qualification
Required
Curriculum Design Potential: Ideas for student-centered activities where middle schoolers explore, question, and justify reasoning. Excitement to design lessons with mentorship
Classroom Leadership Experience: At least one year of experience leading a classroom or learning environment (e.g., school, enrichment program, math circle, tutoring, undergraduate instruction)
Commitment to Equity: Dedication to building inclusive classrooms that affirm students' identities and support varied backgrounds, strengths, and needs
Excitement for Math and STEM: Solid understanding of middle school math and enthusiasm for BEAM's course topics. Familiarity with mathematical proof structures for non-applied courses
Growth Mindset: Openness to mentorship and coaching with the ability to implement feedback thoughtfully and consistently
Clear Communication: Ability to collaborate effectively with mentors, peers, TAs, and leadership, and to build strong, trusting relationships with students
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the US
We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment Visas at this time
International graduate students able to obtain CPT or OPT are welcome to apply
Preferred
Worked with middle school and/or high school students
A background in teaching enrichment math or science
Experience working with low-income students or from historically marginalized communities, including Title 1 schools
Experience supporting multilingual learners or students with diverse needs
Benefits
Room and board is covered by BEAM for the duration of the program
Travel to and from the camp site is covered within BEAM’s approved travel guidelines
Company
Bridge to Enter Advanced Mathematics (BEAM)
Bridge to Enter Advanced Mathematics (BEAM) guides underserved students with math talent towards careers in STEM fields.
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Panera Bread Foundation
2024-03-19Grant
Leadership Team
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2025-03-17
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