Reading Tutor

Workstream; Lutherville (MD); 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 in Timonium, MD is seeking dedicated Reading Tutors to support K-8 students with a focus on phonics development for K-2. Tutors will follow pre-planned lessons and work with small groups (no more than four students per session) to keep instruction engaging and manageable.

Position is a flexible, part-time after-school role with weekday afternoons and Saturday mornings; remote work is not available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required and teaching credential.
• Ability to engage and motivate elementary students.
• Local candidate with reliable transportation and US work authorization.

Responsibilities

• Lead instruction in small groups using pre-planned lessons.
• Foster a positive learning environment and student confidence.

Skills

Reading tutoring

Phonics development

K-8 education

Small group instruction

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Teaching Credential

Job description

Sylvan Learning Center Sylvan Learning of Timonium Reading Tutors Wanted for Fun After-School Tutoring!

Sylvan Learning is looking for fun, dedicated teachers to help and inspire students. We are currently looking for tutors who are able to teach reading at a K-8 level, with a preferred focus on K-2 phonics development.

Sylvan creates individualized learning plans for students of all abilities. Working with three to four students each session, you will be responsible for leading instruction and motivating students to be successful. There is no lesson plan 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 as a Sylvan Learning Center Reading Tutor:

• 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 4 students per teacher.


• Most teachers choose to work 2-5 days/week


• We are open for instruction weekday afternoons, and Saturday mornings.


• This is NOT a remote position

Job Requirements for a Sylvan Learning Center Reading Tutor:

• Bachelor’s Degree required, Teaching Credential required


• You must enjoy teaching, working, and inspiring students. (We want you to be happy here!)


• Being punctual is extremely important. You must be local and have reliable transportation.


• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

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.