Math Team Coach

• →Build competition pathways by age and ability, from MOEMS, Math Kangaroo, MATHCOUNTS, and AMC 8 through AMC 10/12, AIME, and advanced Olympiad preparation.
• →Provide individualized and small-group ACT, SAT, and PSAT math preparation using diagnostic assessments, targeted instruction, practice tests, and pacing strategies.
• →Manage the competition calendar, registrations, testing-site arrangements, deadlines, travel, and event logistics.
• →Lead regular practices in mathematical reasoning, competition strategy, timed problem-solving, and proof-writing.
• →Create individualized training plans, assign targeted practice, track results, and provide families with updates on student progress.
• →Incorporate Farm & Forge’s AI tutor into competition and test preparation and collaborate with the development team to adapt practice materials.
• →Recruit and develop students across experience levels, with competition participation requiring consistent training and commitment.
• →Coordinate with teachers, families, and outside tutors to support student preparation and accommodate training and travel.
• →Use house points to recognize preparation, improvement, teamwork, and participation.
• →Add team and invitational competitions as the program develops.
• →Publish an annual season calendar and review results, student growth, and priorities for the following year.

During the first year, the Math Team Coach will focus on establishing the foundation for a competitive and sustainable mathematics program, including:

• Establish Farm & Forge as an AMC testing site, subject to eligibility and approval.
• Field participants in the AMC series and MATHCOUNTS.
• Work toward at least one student qualifying for AIME.
• Publish a complete competition and training calendar.
• Establish individualized ACT, SAT, and PSAT math preparation plans and track progress against baseline scores.
• Demonstrate measurable progress among students who consistently train.

• Strong mathematics background through education, teaching, or demonstrated competition achievement.
• Proven experience preparing students for competitive mathematics, with demonstrated student growth and advancement.
• Experience preparing students for ACT, SAT, and PSAT math, with demonstrated success improving student performance.
• Personal contest experience at or above the level coached; AIME or USAMO experience preferred.
• Strong command of algebra, geometry, number theory, combinatorics, calculus, and proof-writing.
• Ability to challenge advanced students while developing newcomers through differentiated instruction.
• Strong organizational, communication, and student motivation skills.
• Willingness to travel and work occasional evenings and weekends as needed.
• Ability to use AI tools effectively while ensuring students demonstrate independent understanding.