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GENERAL SUMMARY Teachers—Looking for a Few Extra Hours After School?We’d love to connect with you about a great opportunity! The Sylvan Teacher monitors and evaluates student progress during each session, communicates results clearly, and collaborates with Center staff to ensure that every student receives a personalized and supportive learning plan. 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 KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED * 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 or  3 or more years of college level math * SAT/ACT, Test Prep, and Advanced Reading Skills Teachers: * Confidence tutoring ALL sections of the SAT/ACT including both verbal and math sections (Math sections include Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, and some Trigonometry) * Knowledge of general office equipment such as copiers, printers, and office phones  * Knowledge of tablet computers 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.