DIVISION

: Learning Center of Bakersfield

REPORTS TO

: Center Director Sylvan Learning is a place where quality educators love to teach and make a difference in kids' lives. Whether you have a passion for teaching and want to get back to focusing on the parts of teaching you love the most, you're a retired teacher that's still looking to make a difference in the lives of young students, or you need teaching experience and you're studying to be a teacher and looking to make a difference in the lives of young students, we'll make it easier for you to touch and transform the lives of kids who need help now. The best part? We make it easy to teach: No lesson planning, no prep work. Just bring your expertise and passion. We do the rest!

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. We are hiring for both in center teachers and after school teachers onsite at a local school.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

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 paid certification training on each Sylvan program taught to students

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED

Language Arts Program Teachers:

Teaching Credential OR meet one of the following: Enrolled in an Alternative Certification Program or Credential Program Have classroom teaching experience Are in the 2nd year of college or beyond with a major in

Education Math Program Teachers:

At least two years of college Demonstrates competence with the level of mathematics being taught

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 students 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 over 45 years, we've helped millions of students achieve new levels of academic success.

Pay:

$18.00 - $20.00 / hour

Job Type:

parttime

Education:

Bachelor's degree Work location: On-site Bakersfield. 2720 Calloway Dr, Bakersfield, CA, 93312