Reading and Math Teacher Grades K-8 Job at Sylvan Learning Center, Vacaville, CA

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  • Sylvan Learning Center
  • Vacaville, CA

Job Description

Location: Fairmont Elementary School and Sylvan of Vacaville

REPORTS TO : Lead Teacher and Center Director

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:

  • Prepares for each instructional session; Gathers and prepares materials as appropriate
  • Greets students and initiates instruction to personally engage each student
  • Instruct 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 recommended
  • State or provincial teaching credentials (current or expired)
  • Minimum of one or two years of teaching experience is preferred Knowledge of phonics and reading comprehension is preferred for reading teachers

Math Program Teachers:

Four-year degree preferred 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 is preferred
  • Knowledge of tablet computers is 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.

Choosing Sylvan is about getting results and setting your child up for long-term success. At Sylvan, we’re focused on building academic confidence, igniting intellectual curiosity and inspiring a love for learning — all of which make a big impact in school and in life. For 40 years, we’ve helped millions of students achieve new levels of academic success.

Job Tags

Part time, Flexible hours,

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