Upper Level Math Tutor

Sylvan Learning Center; Midlothian (VA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Flexible part-time hours

Leave benefits

Supportive staff and management

Job summary

Sylvan Learning Center is seeking fun, dedicated teachers and tutors to help high school students with Algebra, Geometry, Algebra II, and Pre-Calculus, with bonus topics in Statistics and Calculus. The role involves working with small groups and occasionally younger students using pre-built curriculums.

You’ll motivate students and foster a love for learning. The position is part-time with flexible hours, not remote, and requires a four-year degree in a math-related field along with teaching or

Qualifications

• Four year degree required in a discipline requiring 3+ years of college level math.
• Advanced knowledge and familiarity with Algebra 1 & 2, Geometry, Trigonometry and Calculus.
• 1–2 years teaching or tutoring experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach high school students in Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry and Calculus, with occasional support for late-elementary and middle school topics.
• Deliver pre-planned lessons and engage small groups (no more than 3 students per teacher).
• Inspire and motivate students to build confidence and a love for learning.

Skills

Algebra 1 & 2

Geometry

Trigonometry

Calculus

Multi-tasking

Student motivation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in math or related field

Tools

Tablets

Copiers

Job description

High School Math & Science Teachers Wanted for Fun After-School Tutoring!

Sylvan Learning Center is looking for fun, dedicated teachers and tutors to help and inspire students. We are currently looking for teachers and tutors who are able to teach Algebra, Geometry, Algebra II, and Pre-Calculus. Statistics, Calculus, and high-school sciences are a plus.

As a Sylvan instructor, you will be tasked with working with students of all ages. While your primary focus will be helping high school students with their math homework, you may occasionally be called upon to work with late-elementary and middle school students with our pre-built curriculums. These are easy-to-teach, pre-planned lessons which involve explaining a topic to a student, and then having the student work independently using what they just learned. You will also play a key role in motivating and connecting with each student, so they feel inspired to learn.

What you should know

• If you enjoy working with and inspiring students, this is the job for you. (We want you to be happy here!)
• Each student will typically ask questions about their classwork or homework for the day. Sometimes they will need help preparing for a test
• For some students, 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
• This is NOT a remote position

Job Requirements

• Four year degree required in a discipline requiring 3 or more years of college level math
• Advanced knowledge and familiarity with teacher or tutoring in the areas of Algebra 1 & 2, Geometry and Trigonometry, Calculus
• Minimum of one or two yearsteaching or tutoring experience preferred
• Ability to multi-task
• Knowledge of general office equipment such as copiers, printers, and office phones
• Knowledge of tablet computers preferred

Benefits

• 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.