GENERAL SUMMARY Teachers—Looking for a Few Extra Hours After School? We’d love to connect with you about a great opportunity! The Sylvan Teacher monitors and evaluates student progress during each session, communicates results clearly, and collaborates with Center staff to ensure that every student receives a personalized and supportive learning plan. 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 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.