Part-Time Teacher

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 a 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 as appropriate

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED

• Language Arts and Study Skills Program Teachers: Four year degree in Education required; State teaching credentials preferred (current or expired); Minimum of one year of teaching experience; Knowledge of phonics and reading comprehension required for reading teachers
• Math Program Teachers: Four year degree preferred in a discipline requiring 3 or more years of college level math
• SAT/ACT Test Prep, and Advanced Reading Skills Teachers: Four year degree in Education required

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

Benefits of working at Sylvan

• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Referral program

Schedule

• You choose the schedule that works best for you. You may work 2-4 hours during evening Instructional Hours and 2-3 hours on Saturdays
• Monday to Friday after school (Instructional Hours: 3:30pm-7:30pm, minimum commitment: 2 hours - 2 evenings/week)
• Saturdays (Instructional Hours: 9:30am-1:30pm, prefer 1-2/month)

Education

• High school or equivalent (Required)
• Bachelor’s in Education (Required)

Experience

• Teacher: 1 year (Preferred)