Capital Region Math
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Join our Capital Region team and help students feel capable, encouraged, and excited about math.

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Elementary & Middle School Math Tutor

Part-Time$17.50-$22.50 per hour

Work with elementary and middle school students in a warm, structured learning environment where math starts to make sense. You will guide students through customized Mathnasium learning plans, offer encouragement, and help them build confidence with the skills that matter most at this stage.

  • Guide students through foundational skills: number sense, fractions, multiplication, and pre-algebra
  • Use prepared Mathnasium materials and learning plans - no lesson planning or grading
  • Best fit for patient, encouraging people who enjoy working with elementary and middle school students
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What You'll Do

  • Work in person with students in grades K–8 on foundational math concepts through pre-algebra
  • Keep students engaged, focused, and motivated using positive reinforcement and interactive learning
  • Work with 1–3 students at a time, guiding them through personalized learning plans
  • Use our structured teaching method—no need to prep materials or lessons
  • Encourage progress and celebrate student successes

What We're Looking For

  • You're comfortable with math through pre-algebra (we'll train you on how to teach it our way)
  • You enjoy working with kids and know how to keep them focused, positive, and feeling successful
  • You're dependable, upbeat, and can follow a clear structure
  • You're available at least two consistent days per week
  • This is an in-person position—you'll be part of the center team, not tutoring remotely

Schedule

Part-time: Minimum 2 days per week. Mon–Thurs: 4:00–8:00 p.m., Sat: 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.

Benefits

Paid training in the Mathnasium Method, Flexible, part-time hours that fit your school or work schedule, A supportive team and positive work environment, A chance to make a difference in kids' lives, one session at a time, Opportunities to grow into a Lead Instructor or Center Director role

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Clifton ParkLoudonvilleNiskayunaWestmere

Middle & High School Math Tutor

Part-Time$17.50-$22.50 per hour

Support middle and high school students as they strengthen skills from pre-algebra through precalculus. This role is about more than checking answers: you will help students understand the reasoning behind each step, build confidence with harder material, and feel successful in math again.

  • Support students from pre-algebra through Algebra II, geometry, and precalculus topics
  • Help teens understand why math works, not just how to get the answer
  • Best fit for strong communicators who can make challenging math feel approachable
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What You'll Do

  • Work with grades 6–12 students on middle school math through pre-algebra, algebra, geometry, and precalculus
  • Use the Mathnasium Method to guide students through personalized learning materials (we provide all training and materials)
  • Help students stay focused, ask questions, and build confidence
  • Work with 1–3 students in an engaging, in-person center environment
  • Track progress and celebrate student wins—big and small

What We're Looking For

  • Strong understanding of math through at least Algebra II; higher-level math is a plus
  • Friendly, patient, and able to build rapport with teens
  • Able to explain math concepts clearly and encourage students along the way
  • Comfortable following a structured teaching method (training provided)
  • Available to work at least two consistent shifts per week
  • Must be able to work in person during our center hours

Schedule

Part-time: Minimum 2 days per week. Mon–Thurs: 4:00–8:00 p.m., Sat: 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.

Benefits

Paid training in the Mathnasium Method, Flexible part-time hours to fit your schedule, Fun, team-oriented atmosphere where your work makes a real impact, Opportunities for advancement into Lead Instructor or Center Director roles

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Clifton ParkLoudonvilleNiskayunaWestmere

Lead Instructor

Part-Time$22.50-$25.00 per hour

Take on a larger teaching and shift-leadership role supporting students across K-12 math levels while helping the center run strong instructionally. You will work directly with students, manage instructional flow, and coach instructors in the moment so each session stays productive and encouraging.

  • Lead the instructional floor during shifts, including student flow, pacing, and transitions
  • Teach across K-12 math levels while modeling the Mathnasium Method for the team
  • Best fit for someone ready to coach instructors, support students, and take ownership during busy center hours
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What You'll Do

  • Instructional Leadership: Teach students across K-12 math levels using the Mathnasium Method while modeling strong instructional habits for the team
  • Floor Management: Help manage student flow, help cards, seating, pacing, and transitions so sessions run smoothly
  • Instructor Support: Serve as the first point of support for instructors during shift and provide clear, in-the-moment coaching
  • Progress Monitoring: Monitor student binders, learning plan progress, and work accuracy, and flag concerns to center leadership
  • Student & Family Experience: Maintain positive, professional interactions with students and families and help create a welcoming center environment
  • Center Operations: Support material prep, organization, cleaning, and shift task completion as part of the center team

What We're Looking For

  • Math Proficiency: Strong command of mathematics from K-12, including advanced high school math, with calculus experience a plus
  • Experience: Previous teaching, tutoring, Mathnasium, or instructional leadership experience is highly preferred
  • Communication & Coaching: Clear verbal communication skills and comfort giving real-time support and constructive feedback to instructors
  • Floor Management: Able to manage multiple students, priorities, and team needs at once while staying organized and calm
  • Reliability: Must be reliable, punctual, and able to commit to at least 4 of the 5 weekly open shifts, plus preparation time before opening
  • Education: A Bachelor's degree (or pursuing one) in a related field (Mathematics, Education, Engineering, etc.) is strongly preferred

Schedule

Part-time: Must be available for at least 4 of the 5 weekly open shifts, plus preparation time before opening. Mon–Thurs: 4:00–8:00 p.m., Sat: 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.

Benefits

Competitive pay based on experience and qualifications, Opportunity to make a genuine, positive impact on students' lives and educational futures, A fun, supportive, and collaborative work environment, No lesson planning or grading outside of the center!, Leadership experience and career growth opportunities

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Clifton ParkLoudonvilleNiskayunaWestmere

Assistant Center Director

Part-Time$22.50-$25.00 per hour

Support Center Directors across our Capital Region centers in a management-track role focused on parent communication, scheduling, enrollment follow-up, and daily center execution. This is different from the Lead Instructor path: you will have some instructional oversight, but the role is more parent-facing and operations-focused than math-instruction focused.

  • Support Center Directors across multiple Capital Region centers in a management-track role
  • Focus on parent communication, scheduling, enrollment follow-up, and day-to-day center execution
  • Best fit for an organized, customer-facing operator interested in learning how to help run a center
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What You'll Do

  • Center Director Support: Provide hands-on support to Center Directors across multiple Capital Region Mathnasium centers
  • On-Site Coverage: Step in when a center needs extra leadership support, including when a Center Director is unavailable
  • Parent Communication: Support parent calls, follow-up, concern resolution, and day-to-day family communication
  • Enrollment & Retention Support: Assist with lead follow-up, enrollment conversations, and retention touchpoints under center leadership direction
  • Operations Coordination: Help with scheduling, staffing coordination, cleanliness, materials, and daily center workflows
  • Student Experience Support: Help monitor the student experience and session flow, while escalating instructional concerns to Center Directors or Lead Instructors

What We're Looking For

  • Management Track: Interest in learning how to support and help run a center, including operations, parent communication, and team coordination
  • Customer Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills with comfort making parent or customer calls
  • Operational Judgment: Able to prioritize, follow through, and keep details moving in a fast-paced, multi-priority environment
  • Flexibility: Able to support multiple Capital Region centers based on coverage needs
  • Education Environment: Experience in education, tutoring, service, operations, or a similar people-focused environment is preferred. Advanced math background is not required
  • Mathnasium Fit: Positive, dependable, organized, and committed to helping students and families have an excellent experience

Schedule

Part-time management-track support role, approximately 30 hours per week, with afternoon/evening and Saturday availability required. Schedule may include coverage across Clifton Park, Niskayuna, Loudonville, and Westmere based on center needs.

Benefits

Competitive pay based on experience and qualifications, Opportunity to support multiple centers and make a broad impact across the Capital Region team, A fun, supportive, and mission-driven work environment, Leadership experience and career growth opportunities, Paid training in Mathnasium systems, center operations, and parent communication workflows

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Clifton ParkLoudonvilleNiskayunaWestmere

Our Mission

Mission & Impact

At Mathnasium, we use the Mathnasium Method - a proven approach used in 1,000+ centers worldwide - to meet students where they are and build lasting confidence.

As a locally owned franchise, Capital Region Math serves families across Clifton Park, Niskayuna, Loudonville, and Westmere. When you join our team, you're not just tutoring - you're helping shape how kids see themselves as learners.

Why Work With Us

Transform Lives

Help students build real confidence in math. You will see the moment something clicks - and know you made it happen.

Thrive with Support

Paid training, proven curriculum, and a close-knit team. No lesson prep or grading - just show up and teach.

Grow with Us

Flexible hours that fit school or another job. Many lead instructors started as part-time tutors.

Our Team

Hear From Our Team

Real instructors and center leaders across the Capital Region.

Kenzy M., Instructor

“If you like kids and if you like math, it's definitely the job for you.”

Kenzy M.

Instructor

Amy B., Asst. Center Director

“This is long-term relationship building, and it's truly an honor to be there for students through school years, through summers, and really watch them grow.”

Amy B.

Asst. Center Director

Marc S., Center Director

“I want to become a professor. This job really helps me learn about the education field… and how students work.”

Marc S.

Center Director

Day in the Life

What It's Like to Work at Mathnasium

See how our team creates an engaging learning environment, supports students through the Mathnasium Method, and builds careers in education.

Capital Region Math is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status.

Each Mathnasium center is independently owned and operated by a franchisee of Mathnasium Center Licensing, LLC. Mathnasium and the Mathnasium Method are trademarks of Mathnasium Center Licensing, LLC.

Questions about careers? jmorrison@capitalregionmath.com