Teacher - Part time
Sylvan Learning · Bryan, TX · 7 mo ago
EducationPart-time
GENERAL SUMMARY
Teachers—Looking for a Few Extra Hours After School? We’d love to connect with you about a great opportunity!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); 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 or 3 or more years of college level math
- SAT/ACT, Test Prep, and Advanced Reading Skills Teachers: Confidence tutoring ALL sections of the SAT/ACT including both verbal and math sections (Math sections include Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, and some Trigonometry); 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