Part-time Teacher

GENERAL SUMMARY

Are you passionate about teaching, but are tired of what makes it hard? We are Sylvan Learning of Strongsville, a high-volume tutoring center near SouthPark Mall. We're looking for dynamic Intervention Specialists to join our team and help with the increasing number of students needing to catch up, keep up or get ahead.

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 or Master's 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 in Math related field or Master's in Education required
• SAT/ACT Test Prep, and Advanced Reading Skills Teachers: Four year degree in Education or Master's 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

• Pure focus on teaching
• No lesson planning or prep
• No parent conferences
• No discipline problems
• Spend as much time on a skill as needed
• We see "light bulb" moments all the time
• Flexible hours

EXPECTED HOURS

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

BENEFITS

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

SCHEDULE

You may work 2-4 hours during evening Instructional Hours and 2-3 hours on Saturdays

EDUCATION

High school or equivalent (Required)

EXPERIENCE

Teacher: 1 year (Preferred)

WORK LOCATION

In person at Sylvan Learning of Strongsville