Sylvan Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

Sylvan Learning is the industry leader in providing supplemental education to children in pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. With 40 successful years in the business, we guarantee positive educational results every step of the way. Our passionate instructors are certified, and our expert approach is personal and prescriptive, with each individual child’s needs in mind.

We’re an organization that prides itself in instilling knowledge and confidence in each customer we benefit! Join us and be inspired!

GENERAL SUMMARY

The Sylvan Teacher is responsible for creating a positive personal learning experience for students by teaching students using Sylvan program materials.  Using the program materials, the teacher creates balanced and robust learning experiences for students.  The Sylvan Teacher evaluates student progress on each assignment, communicates this progress, and works with Center staff to ensure learning is personal for each student.  

HERE'S WHAT WE HAVE TO OFFER

• $15 per hour
• Strong ongoing leadership skills and job mastery will result in cross training for future administrative and leadership roles
• Flexible part-time hours (weekday afternoon/evenings and Saturday morning)
• Professional development opportunities through extensive Sylvan online training
• Sylvan directors manage parent conferences, lesson planning and preparation, so you can focus on the best part: helping students succeed!

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Prepares for each instructional session; Gathers and prepares materials as appropriate 
• Greets students and initiates instruction to personally engage each student
• Instructs students according to the design of the Sylvan programs
• Manages students, tasks and time to create a balanced and robust instructional session 
• Evaluates and records the progress of each student on their program assignment  
• Uses praise and encouragement to ensure students are engaged and inspired to learn
• Motivates students with Sylvan tokens given for specific achievements according to the Sylvan instructional management standards  
• Records and tracks tokens earned by students  
• Manages the conclusion of each instructional session and manages the completion of  learning log and transition activities
• Supports procedures to ensure student safety and well-being
• Communicates specific student needs to Center staff
• Attends periodic staff meetings and completes ongoing training as needed 
• Completes certification training on each Sylvan program taught to students

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED

• Language Arts and Study Skills Program Teachers: 
  • Four year degree or equivalent required
  • State or provincial teaching credentials (current or expired) preferred
  • Minimum of one or two years of teaching experience preferred
  • Knowledge of phonics and reading comprehension preferred for reading teachers

• Math Program Teachers:
  • Four year degree required in a discipline requiring 3 or more years of college level math
  • Experience working with children in a class or small group setting

• Homework Support, SAT/ACT Prep, State Test Prep, and Advanced Reading Skills Teachers:
  • Four year degree or equivalent preferred
  • Experience working with children in a class or small group setting
  • For test prep tutors, familiarity with the SAT and/or ACT and STAAR testing preferred

• Knowledge of general office equipment such as copiers, printers, and office phones 
• Knowledge of tablet computers preferred

SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Proven ability to engage, motivate, and inspire students to learn 
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and be flexible 
• Strong problem solving and customer service skills
• Strong team player

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed.  They are not intended to be a complete list of all job responsibilities or skills, knowledge and abilities required.

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