Volunteer or work with MC2
Share Your Skills and Inspire a Love of Math
MC2 welcomes contractors and volunteers in all facets of its programming. Our contractors are typically classroom teachers and graduate students, and we get volunteers from all walks of life. Â We welcome all volunteer inquiries, and provide training, workshops and coaching to support those chosen for these positions.
If you'd like to work or volunteer for the Math Circles of Chicago, take the first step and fill out our inquiry form.
Multiple Ways to Get Involved
Math Festvals
Volunteers and contractors are needed to assist in school and citywide festival programming. We need volunteers to act as 'Table Leads', running a single math activity as part of a large event that typically runs 1 to 2 hours. In addition, we pay 'Math Festival Liaisons' to co-coordinate entire festivals with other MC2 staff and with onsite colleagues. MC2 provides the activity materials and instructions — Table Leads only need to prepare to share a single activity and then bring themselves to an event. Liaisons receive training, become familiar with all festival activities, and deliver materials.
QED: Chicago's Youth Math Symposium
A mix of graduate students, classroom teachers, and community members with strong math backgrounds volunteer to judge at QED. They can also volunteer or be paid to mentor children preparing for QED, helping them identify research questions and carrying out a research plan. Â In addition, community members can volunteer to assist with logistics on the day of the symposium. Apply today!
Math Circles
Volunteers and contractors lead and assist math circles at all of our Hubs. MC2 provides activity plans for all sessions and teachers are required to participate in our teaching community through workshops and online reflections. High School students can also be paid to assist in Math Circles. Interested students should join our College Pathways program.
We’re Serious About Teaching!
Whether you’re a seasoned educator or stepping into the classroom for the first time, MC2 has a place for you. If you’re passionate about teaching and eager to grow, we’ll provide the tools, support, and community to help you succeed.
Our professional development program includes:
Workshops
to build skills and confidence
Online collaboration and reflection
to share ideas and learn from peers
In-person coaching
to guide you every step of the way
Learn More About MC2's Programs
Math Circles
Bringing students and teachers together through HUBS and After School Programs to explore challenging, creative math.
College Pathways
Empowers high school students to explore advanced math, STEM careers, and their own potential.
Symposium
QED is a Math Symposium where students showcase original projects, from puzzles to real-world problem solving.
Math Festivals
Fun, hands-on events where students and families explore math through games and puzzles.
Summer Camps
Two weeks of collaborative, creative math in a fun, community-focused setting, often outdoors to enjoy the beautiful summer weather.
FAQS
Volunteering FAQs
Can I get paid to teach for MC2?
Yes! We also love to have volunteers. We generally insist on paying professional classroom teachers and graduate students. Community members who are not professional teachers generally volunteer. We typically pay teachers $50/hour, graduate students $25/hour, and our High School Assistants earn minimum wage.
