Reading Teacher

Sylvan Learning; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in supplemental education is seeking passionate Reading Teachers to join their team. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact on K-12 students' learning journeys, especially in reading and writing. With flexible schedules and no lesson planning required, you can focus on what truly matters: inspiring and educating students. Whether you're a new teacher looking to build your resume or a seasoned educator wanting to reconnect with students, this opportunity provides a supportive environment. Join a team dedicated to fostering growth and learning in a fun and engaging atmosphere.

Benefits

Flexible schedules

Individualized instruction

No lesson planning required

Great resume builder

Summer teaching opportunities

Qualifications

• Education/Teaching Degree required or students pursuing an Education Degree.
• 1 year teaching or tutoring experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach using Sylvan based programs to motivate students.
• Evaluate and document student progress effectively.

Skills

Teaching Skills

Communication Skills

Motivational Skills

Multi-tasking

Education

Education/Teaching Degree

Pursuing Education Degree

Tools

Sylvan Based Programs

Job description

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Sylvan is hiring Reading Tutors at our Lake Zurich/Barrington, IL and Schaumburg, IL locations, for in-person tutoring for students K-12:

• Reading/English Tutor
• Early Elementary Reading Tutor
• Beginning Reading Tutor
• TestPrep (ACT/SAT) Tutor
• Writing Tutor
• Study Skills Tutor
• Tutors do not need to focus on all areas above. We schedule to your areas of interest.
  
  

Benefits

• Flexible schedules with choices across seven days/week to choose from.
• See the immediate results of your teaching efforts, as we work with students individually.
• Helping students at a great time of need...given the pandemic, the need for reading tutoring is unprecedented.
• Great resume builder for newer teachers starting their education career, or a way for teachers who have retired early to re-engage with students.
• An awesome job for students at local Community Colleges who are working on their Associates Degree with an Education focus, with the intention of transferring to a four-year college for their Education Degree.
• No lesson planning required...we do that for you so you can focus on teaching!
  
  

Requirements

• For Reading Teachers: Education/Teaching Degree required (or students pursuing Education Degree).
• Ability to make connections with students.
• 1 year teaching or tutoring experience preferred.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to multi-task.
• Working out of one of our locations in Lake Zurich/Barrington or Schaumburg.
  
  

Skills And Qualities Necessary

• Teach using Sylvan based programs
• Direct and motivate students during instruction
• Reward students for successful work
• Evaluate and document student progress
• Communicate student needs to our Educational Team
• Develop rapport with students and establish a fun, engaging learning environment
• Maintain a positive attitude and demonstrate enthusiasm for teaching and Sylvan
  
  

Sylvan Learning Centers are the industry leaders in providing supplemental education to children in pre-K through 12th grade. We provide individualized instruction in Comprehension, Reading, English, Writing, Math and Study Skills. We also offer ACT/SAT Test Prep and STEM.

We teach 7 days per week and require our teachers to work at least one of Saturday/Sunday, and at least one day during the week. We have extended teaching opportunities in the summer, where we add morning hours.

If you aspire to inspire, then we want you on our team!

Sylvan Learning - Lake Zurich/Barrington, IL and Schaumburg, IL locations

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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