Science Tutor Sylvan Learning•Southern California Pasadena, CA Job Details $20•$22 an hour 6 hours ago Qualifications Writing skills Working with students Positive reinforcement (classroom management strategies) Associate's degree Student engagement classroom management

Full Job Description Sylvan Learning:

Teacher (In Center)

JOB TITLE

Teacher

DIVISION

Learning Center

REPORTS TO

Center Director and/or Director of Education

COMPENSATION

$20•22/HOUR

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 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 Directors 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) preferred Minimum of one year of teaching experience preferred Knowledge of phonics and reading comprehension preferred for reading teachers Math Program Teachers AA degree required in a discipline; 3 or more years of college level math

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

Four-year degree or equivalent preferred Knowledge of tablet computers preferred

SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

Proven ability to engage, motivate, and inspire students to learn Strong interpersonal and communication skills Strong analytical and problem-solving skills • Strong organizational skills • Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and be flexible Self-sufficiency in ownership of work and tasks Proven ability to communicate effectively in writing Ability to work collaboratively; 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.