Director of Education - Northwest Houston, TX

Job Description

Job Description

Sylvan Learning is the leading provider of tutoring and supplemental education services to children of all ages, grades and skill levels. For more than 40 years, our highly personalized and proven approach to learning has helped more than two million students discover their true potential.

Our talented employees take pride in the impact they make each day. When you become a member of the Sylvan team, you will work with caring, bright, motivated people who share a passion for helping students build the skills, habits and attitudes they need to succeed in school and in life.

Ready to join our team? Apply today, and don't let this opportunity pass you by!

We are currently looking for a FT Director of Education.

BASE PAY: $50,000 to $60,000. 

BONUS: Bonus is in addition to Base Pay. Most directors earn between $10,000 and $15,000 in bonus annually. No limit on bonus.

TOTAL ESTIMATED COMPENSATION (BASE PAY PLUS BONUS): $60,000 to $75,000

As a successful Director of Education, your primary responsibility will be to champion the Sylvan developed curriculum, manage and ensure the quality of the education standards and teaching staff as well as grow the business in your center. As a successful Director of Education, you will:

Grow the Center:

• Keep Mom and Dad informed on program progress 
• Make recommendations to alter program prescriptions
• Offer additional programs if the student needs them
• Provide exceptional communication and customer service

Manage & Train:

• Select, hire, train and motivate all certified instructors, teachers and educational staff
• Contribute to center profitability by controlling labor budget through managing instructor staffing levels and schedules
• Provide oversight to staff related to all educational policies and procedures
• Develop internal teachers and staff in order to allow us to promote employees from within

Partner with the Center Director to run operations Ensure Educational Integrity:

• Motivate and develop staff through ongoing trainings and workshops
• Administer Sylvan Skills Assessments; analyze and interpret results
• Write and recommend goal-based programs for Sylvan students as well as monitor programs for performance
• Establish relationships and communications with students' teachers for insights on school progress
• Create a positive learning environment by modeling motivational behavior in the center for staff, students and parents, during all phases of the instructional program

We require:

• A Bachelor's Degree and teaching experience preferred
• State or provincial teaching credentials (current or expired)
• Managerial experience is preferred
• Knowledge of current educational policy
• Previous business, retail and/or sales experience preferred
• Familiarity with instructional technology and tablet computers
• Experience using Microsoft Word and other standard business applications used by the Center
• Knowledge of general office equipment such as copiers, printers, and office phones
• Experience using social media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.) preferred
• Ability to work a minimum of 45 hours week
• Have comfort with a 5-day per week work schedule that includes two night per week and 50% of the Saturdays throughout the year.

What you get in return:

As a team member, you'll work in a fast-paced environment and make an impact on our business, watching your Learning Center grow! Our total rewards package includes:

• Base Salary between $50,000 and $60,000
• Monthly bonuses for meeting company objectives. Most directors earn between $10,000 and $15,000 in bonus annually.
• Health Benefits
• 15 days of paid time-off (PTO) per year.
• Sunday off as we are closed.

Additionally, through on-the-job training and learning opportunities, you can develop your career at Sylvan and succeed with us in future roles!

If you want to be a part of an inspired organization that believes in fostering knowledge and confidence in children, improving the lives of thousands of families every day - apply today!