Lead Teacher/Tutor - Part Time or Full Time

Sylvan Learning Center
San Diego, CA, US
Full-time
Part-time

Job Description

Job Description

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.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

  • All lesson plans are designed for you, just show up and teach!
  • 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 :
  • State or provincial teaching credentials (current or expired) preferred not required
  • Minimum of one or two years of teaching experience preferred not required
  • Knowledge of phonics and reading comprehension preferred for reading teachers
  • SAT / ACT, Test Prep, and Advanced Reading Skills Teachers :
  • Four year degree or equivalent preferred
  • Knowledge of tablet computers

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

This position is open to a part or full time schedule. The center is open Monday through Thursday 2 : 00-7 : 00 and Saturdays 9 : 00-2 : 00.

Saturday availability is a must.

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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