K12 Sylvan Teacher

Sylvan Learning Center; West Falls Church (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid training

Flexible part-time hours

Supportive staff

Job summary

Sylvan Learning Center is seeking fun, dedicated tutors to support elementary through high school students in Reading, Writing, and Math in a non-remote setting. You will work with small groups, follow pre-planned lessons, and help students build confidence.

We offer flexible part-time hours, paid training, and a supportive team. Prior literacy, SAT prep, or higher math experience is a plus, and several shifts are available weekday afternoons and Saturdays.

Qualifications

• Four year degree or equivalent required.
• State teaching credentials preferred (current or expired).
• Minimum of one or two years of teaching/tutoring experience preferred.
• Knowledge of Phonics, Reading Comprehension, & Grammar preferred for reading/writing teachers.
• Ability to support foundation Math Facts Fluency up to Algebra - Calculus preferred for math teachers.
• Ability to implement manipulatives/resources into the provided lessons.
• Ability to multi-task and manage up to 4 students at a time.
• Knowledge of tablet computers preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead instruction in Reading, Writing, and Math for small groups of up to 3 students.
• Follow pre-planned lessons; no extra lesson planning or grading required.
• Motivate students to be successful and maintain a positive classroom environment.
• Adapt materials to varied levels and use manipulatives to reinforce concepts.
• Support homeschool families and flexible scheduling with afternoon and weekend shifts.

Skills

Reading

Writing

Math

Early Literacy

SAT Prep

Higher Level Math

Small groups

Tablet use

Education

Bachelors degree

Teaching credentials

Tools

Tablet computers

Job description

K12 Teachers Wanted for Personalized Tutoring!

Sylvan Learning Center is looking for fun, dedicated teachers to help and inspire students. We are currently looking for elementary, middle school, and high school teachers able to support a variety of grade levels in Reading, Writing, and Math. Special attention to teachers with Early Literacy Background, SAT Prep experience, and Higher Level Math.

Additional subjects we occassionally need support in: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, French, or Spanish

Sylvan creates individualized learning plans for students of all abilities. Working with well-behaved groups of only three students, our tutors are responsible for leading instruction and motivating students to be successful. There are no lesson plans to create, no homework to grade, no parent-conferencing, and scheduling is flexible. Enjoy all of the benefits of teaching, without any of the downsides!

What you should know

• If you enjoy teaching, working with, and inspiring students, this is the job for you. (We want you to be happy here!)
• You will use pre-planned lessons. They are straightforward, easy to manage, and fun to teach
• Teach students in a small group setting. There will be no more than 3 students per teacher
• Most teachers choose to work 2-5 days/week
• Availability for multiple shifts in the afternoon 4:30pm-7:30pm or Saturday mornings 9:30am-1:30pm
• Also looking for retired or substitute teachers able to support homeschool families in the mornings Mon-Thurs 9:30am - 12:30pm.
• This is NOT a remote position

Job Requirements

• Four year degree or equivalent required
• State teaching credentials preferred (current or expired)
• Minimum of one or two years of teaching/tutoring experience preferred
• Knowledge of Phonics, Reading Comprehension, & Grammar preferred for reading/writing teachers
• Ability to support foundation Math Facts Fluency up to Algebra - Calculus preferred for math teachers
• Ability to implement manipulatives/resources into the provided lessons
• Ability to multi-task and manage up to 4 students at a time
• Knowledge of tablet computers preferred

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Paid training and opportunities for professional development
• Flexible part-time work hours. We work around your availability
• Come in, work for a couple of hours, and leave happy with no additional work to take home
• Fun, enjoyable, and relaxing work environment with lots of support from fellow teachers and staff
• Happy, understanding, and caring management. You will love working here!

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.