Junior Faculty, BEAM Summer Away

About BEAM

Bridge to Enter Advanced Mathematics (BEAM) creates pathways for students from low-income low-access backgrounds to become scientists mathematicians engineers and computer scientists.

We provide BEAM students the same access to high-quality preparation in STEM as their more affluent peers and we invest deeply in our students success with programming from middle school through college graduation focused on joyous exciting and rigorous mathematics building vibrant communities and supporting students in key life transitions such as college admissions and financial aid.

BEAM has grown from a small summer program serving 17 students in the summer of 2011 to a year-round national program serving 450 students at six summer program sites and 600 students in year-round programming in New York City and Los Angeles this school addition our BEAM National pilot program now reaches around 1000 elementary-aged students in seven different states working to create a new nationwide pathway modeled on our local work. Weve seen our students successes first-hand and its backed by data: a quasi-experimental study found that students who attended our 7th grade summer program were 1.3X as likely to declare a STEM major as a matched comparison group.

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BEAM Summer Away is a cornerstone of BEAMs 10-year Pathway Program providing a residential math experience where students grow as problem solvers learners and community members.

As Junior Faculty you support students in exploring rich mathematical ideas developing reasoning skills and building confidence as thinkers and problem solvers.

Learn more about our 10-year program.

What Our Classrooms Look Like

Our classrooms are student-centered lively and discussion-rich. Students explore patterns debate conjectures justify their reasoning and collaborate on open-ended problems. Teachers guide thinking through purposeful questions models and structures that promote productive struggle. We affirm students strengths and identities and help them grow as confident capable problem solvers.

The Courses You Will Teach

Junior Faculty design and teach their own courses in one of BEAMs signature course areas.

1. Pure Topics

Abstract mathematics such as:

• Graph Theory
• Combinatorics
• Number Theory
• Symmetry and Tessellations

Students explore reasoning proofs and the fundamental structure of mathematical ideas.

2. Applied Topics

Math connected to real-world contexts including:

• Programming
• Circuits
• Voting Theory
• Biology or Data

Students see how mathematical thinking shapes the world around them.

3. Strategic Math Thinking

Students build flexible problem-solving strategies through contest-style puzzles developing casework pattern recognition and creativity.

4. Solving Big Problems

Students collaborate on deep challenging problems to strengthen stamina pattern seeking and introductory proof structures. (Note: This is the only semi-scripted course with specific required problems.)

Your Role & Responsibilities

We seek early-career educators and graduate students in mathematics science or education who love working with middle schoolers and want to develop their teaching practice in a supportive hands-on summer program.

Junior Faculty design and teach their own courses with mentorship from Senior Faculty and coaching from BEAM staff. You will be part of a collaborative academic team and a vibrant residential community.

Your Responsibilities

The Right Fit: You Have...

• 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).
• Preferred Experience: Worked with middle school and/or high school students.
• 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 BEAMs 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.

Requirements

• 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.

Exceptional Candidates Will Have...

• 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.

Why Youll Love Working Here

• Financial & Logistical Support: Room and board is covered by BEAM for the duration of the program and travel to and from the camp site is covered within BEAMs approved travel guidelines.
• Small Collaborative Environment: Small classes (10-15 students and 2 adults); a collaborative supportive team of educators and staff.
• Deep Student Connection: The camp setting allows you to truly get to know the extraordinary people the students are.
• Professional Growth & Freedom: Professional development before camp to set you up for success; the opportunity to teach exciting math with the freedom to design your own curriculum set the arc and goals for your class and explore student ideas deeply.

Details & Dates

Compensation: $5900 for the duration of the program.

Locations:

• BSA CA: Harvey Mudd College (Claremont CA)
• BSA NY: Marist College (Poughkeepsie NY)

(Note: Training days require arrival by 3 pm on the travel day.)

Application Process:

1. First Round Interview
2. Project
3. Final Interview
4. Reference Checks & Offer!

For more information or to apply please contact us at

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY EQUITY AND INCLUSION

Beyond a commitment to nondiscrimination we are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

BEAM is an equal opportunity employer and does not unlawfully discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of an individuals race (including traits historically associated with race (including but not limited to hair texture and protected hairstyles such as braids locks and twists) ethnicity religion (including clothing or facial hair worn in accordance with the religious tenets) color sex pregnancy childbirth and related medical conditions breastfeeding gender (including actual or perceived sex gender identity and gender expression including a persons actual or perceived gender-related self-image appearance behavior expression or other gender-related characteristic regardless of the sex assigned to that person at birth) sexual orientation sexual and reproductive health decisions national origin immigration or citizenship status status as a veteran active military service member or uniform service member marital or partnership status familial status caregiver status age (18 or older) predisposing genetic characteristics disability creed status as a victim of domestic violence sexual violence or stalking unemployment status salary history credit history an individuals status as having a known relationship or association with a member or members of a protected category or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal state and local laws. This policy applies to all terms conditions and privileges of employment including recruitment hiring placement compensation promotion discipline and termination.

All personnel decisions will be made in accordance with the principles of equal employment opportunity and subject only to valid (job-related) requirements for employment benefits or promotional opportunities.