Job Description
GENERAL SUMMARY
The Sylvan tutor is responsible for creating a positive personal learning experience for students by teaching students using Sylvan program materials - no need to create your own lesson plans! Using the prepared Sylvan program materials, the tutor creates balanced and robust learning experiences for students. The Sylvan tutor 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
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 Logs 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 preferred
State teaching credentials (current or expired) preferred
Minimum of one or two years of teaching experience preferred
Knowledge of phonics and reading comprehension preferred
Math Program Teachers:
Four-year degree preferred in a discipline requiring three 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 and printers
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. Sylvan Learning of Albertville
Job Tags
Part time, Flexible hours,