Part-Time Teacher

Sylvan Learning; Fairlawn (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Employee discount

Paid time off

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Sylvan Learning of Fairlawn is looking for passionate teachers to join their team. In this role, you will create positive learning experiences and evaluate student progress. With flexible hours and no lesson planning, your focus will be purely on teaching.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Education and at least one year of teaching experience. Enjoy the reward of seeing students thrive while being part of a supportive community.

Qualifications

• Four-year degree required.
• State teaching credentials preferred.
• Knowledge of phonics and reading comprehension for reading teachers.

Responsibilities

• Prepares for each instructional session.
• Greets students and initiates instruction to engage each student.
• Instructs students according to the design of the Sylvan programs.

Skills

Ability to engage students

Strong interpersonal skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's in Education

Teaching experience (1 year preferred)

Tools

Tablet computers (iPad)

Job description

General Summary

Are you passionate about teaching, but are tired of what makes it hard? We are Sylvan Learning of Fairlawn, a high-volume tutoring center on Smith Road across from Summit Mall. We’re looking for dynamic teachers to join our team long‑term and help with the increasing number of students needing to catch up, keep up or get ahead. The Sylvan Teacher is responsible for creating a positive, personal learning experience for students by creating balanced and robust educational moments. 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 serve students PK‑12 who learn differently, who have yet to master key academic skills, whose personal circumstances have prevented them from keeping up with their grade, who are “bored” because they are not being challenged or who’d like a personal plan and guide to achieve their long‑term academic goals. Sylvan’s time‑tested curriculum and technology is designed to enhance rather than replace the teacher‑student relationship. At Sylvan Learning of Fairlawn, we are a community of teachers, students and their families.

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 a 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 as appropriate

Knowledge Required

• Language Arts and Study Skills Program Teachers:
• Four‑year degree required
• State teaching credentials preferred (current or expired)
• Minimum of one year of teaching experience
• Knowledge of phonics and reading comprehension required for reading teachers
• Math Program Teachers:
• Four‑year degree preferred in a discipline requiring 3 or more years of college‑level math
• Teaching experience preferred
• SAT/ACT Test Prep, and Advanced Reading Skills Teachers:
• Four‑year degree required
• Knowledge of tablet computers (iPad) required

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

Preferred Qualifications

Math whizzes who can teach upper Math (Trig, Calculus, etc.), Montessori‑trained teachers and intervention specialists with current license strongly encouraged to apply.

Benefits

• Pure focus on teaching
• No lesson planning or prep
• No parent conferences
• No discipline problems
• Spend as much time on a skill as needed
• We see “light bulb” moments all the time
• Flexible hours
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Referral program

Schedule

Expected hours: 6 – 12 per week. You may work 2–4 hours during morning and/or evening instruction hours and 2–4 hours on Saturdays.

Monday to Thursday: instructional hours 9:30 am–1:30 pm and 3:30 pm–6:30 pm. Minimum commitment: 2 hours (morning or evening) per week. Saturdays: instructional hours 9:30 am–1:30 pm, preferred at least twice a month.

Education and Experience

Education: Bachelor’s in Education required (except for Upper Math, a college degree must be math‑related). Experience: Teacher, 1 year preferred.

Work Location

In person at Sylvan Learning of Fairlawn.

Sylvan lets you focus on what you love most: Teaching. You bring the passion and expertise; we take care of everything else. Join us!