Teacher, Elementary School

Position: Teacher - Summerwood, TX Location: Summerwood Sylvan Learning Center - Part-time Teacher Position The Sylvan Teacher is responsible for creating robust learning experiences for students as well as evaluating student progress on each assignment. 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 center staff. • 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply Job!