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Private 1:1 Math Instructor — Palo Alto Family
Starting August 2026 | Full-Time or Part-Time | Highly Competitive Compensation
California Private Teachers (CPT) is partnering with a wonderful private family in Palo Alto, CA to recruit a dynamic, passionate, and innovative Math Instructor for the family’s expanding homeschool program.
This role will focus on three students entering 3rd, 5th, and 7th grade in the 2026–2027 school year. It is an exceptional opportunity for an educator who enjoys designing engaging, personalized learning experiences and helping advanced students develop deep mathematical thinking, confidence, and curiosity.
The family has created a thoughtful, collaborative homeschool environment where educators are empowered to innovate, design curriculum, and create meaningful, real-world learning experiences.
About the Role
As the Private Math Instructor, you will lead mathematics instruction across all three students, designing and delivering highly individualized, differentiated curriculum based on each student’s proficiency and pace.
All three students are advanced learners, and instruction will be tailored to extend beyond grade-level standards, providing appropriate challenge, depth, and conceptual rigor.
While this role is primarily math-focused, the ability or interest in incorporating science or STEM-based enrichment (e.g., coding, robotics, project-based learning) is a bonus, but not required.
This is an established homeschool environment supported by a collaborative team of educators and tutors. Instruction is student-centered and designed to cultivate curiosity, confidence, and independent thinking.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and implement customized math curriculum for students in 3rd, 5th, and 7th grade based on individual proficiency levels
- Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of advanced learners, including acceleration where appropriate
- Foster deep conceptual understanding, problem-solving skills, and mathematical reasoning
- Incorporate engaging, real-world applications and hands-on learning experiences
- Monitor student progress and adjust instruction to ensure continued growth and challenge
- Support the development of executive functioning, independence, and critical thinking
- Collaborate with parents, educators, tutors, and California Private Teachers to ensure a cohesive learning experience
- (Optional/Bonus) Integrate science or STEAM enrichment opportunities where appropriate
Math Curriculum & Instructional Focus
The Private Math Instructor will build strong mathematical foundations while advancing students toward higher-level coursework such as pre-algebra, algebra, and beyond, based on readiness.
Instruction will emphasize conceptual understanding, procedural fluency, and real-world application, ensuring students develop both confidence and flexibility in their mathematical thinking.
Core domains may include:
- Number Sense & Operations: Fractions, decimals, ratios, and proportional reasoning
- Algebraic Thinking: Expressions, equations, patterns, and early algebra concepts
- Geometry & Measurement: Spatial reasoning, geometric relationships, area, and volume
- Data Analysis & Statistics: Interpreting data, probability, and mathematical modeling
Teachers are encouraged to incorporate mathematical discourse, collaborative problem solving, and rich problem-based tasks to deepen understanding and engagement.
Science & Enrichment (Optional / Bonus)
While not a primary responsibility, candidates who have interest or experience in science may incorporate light science instruction or interdisciplinary STEAM enrichment, such as:
- Hands-on experiments or investigations
- Introductory coding or robotics
- Project-based learning connecting math to real-world applications
Who You Are
The ideal candidate is an enthusiastic educator who thrives in a highly personalized environment and enjoys working closely with advanced learners.
You are someone who:
- Possesses strong subject-matter expertise in mathematics
- Is skilled at differentiating instruction for advanced and accelerated learners
- Enjoys designing engaging, inquiry-based learning experiences
- Brings warmth, creativity, and flexibility to teaching
- Is collaborative and excited to work closely with a family and educational team
- Has experience supporting neurodivergent learners (preferred)
- Is interested in alternative education and innovative teaching approaches
QualificationsRequired
- Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Education, or a related field (Master’s preferred)
- 5 years of teaching experience, ideally at the elementary and/or middle school level
- Experience designing differentiated, student-centered curriculum
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- Ability to teach in person in Palo Alto, CA
Preferred
- Experience working with advanced or gifted learners
- Background in STEAM, coding, or project-based learning
- Experience in homeschool, microschool, or alternative education settings
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary: Highly competitive compensation package based on experience and qualifications
- Benefits: Paid time off; relocation assistance may be available for exceptional candidates
Application Process
Interested candidates should submit the following:
- Resume
- Cover letter tailored to this opportunity
- Unofficial transcripts
- Teaching credentials or licensure (if applicable)
- Letters of recommendation (optional but encouraged)
- Three professional references
Applications may be sent to:
Ashley Boulet
ashley@californiaprivateteachers.com
www.californiaprivateteachers.com
Pay: $80.00 - $85.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Paid time off
Application Question(s):
- What does exceptional math instruction look like to you in a personalized, homeschool-style environment?
- Can you describe your background teaching mathematics and any relevant experience integrating STEM or science-based learning?
Education:
- Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:
- teaching: 3 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $80 - $85