Sylvan Teacher on IDEA Public School Campus (Part-time)

The Sylvan SCHOOL CAMPUS Teacher is responsible for creating robust learning experiences for students as well as evaluating student progress on each assignment. This teacher will be assigned to a specific school contract as school frequently partner with Sylvan Learning to deliver services on their campuses.
 

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 the contract program director


• Attends periodic staff meetings and completes ongoing training as needed


• Completes certification training on each Sylvan program taught to students

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 required in a discipline requiring 3 or more years of college level math

SAT/ACT, Test Prep, and Advanced Reading Skills Teachers:

• Four year degree or equivalent preferred

Skills and Abilities Required

• Knowledge of general office equipment such as copiers, printers, and office phones


• Knowledge of tablet computers preferred


• 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.