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Sylvan Teachers at Sylvan Learning Center Bakersfield, CA

Sylvan Learning Center, Bakersfield, CA, United States


Sylvan Teachers job at Sylvan Learning Center. Bakersfield, CA.

DIVISION
Learning Center of Bakersfield

REPORTS TO
Center Director

GENERAL SUMMARY
The Sylvan Teacher is responsible for creating a positive personal learning experience for students by teaching students using Sylvan program materials. Using the program materials, the teacher creates balanced and robust learning experiences for students. 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 are hiring for both in center teachers and after school teachers onsite at a local school.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

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 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 paid certification training on each Sylvan program taught to students

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED
Language Arts Program Teachers

Teaching Credential OR meet one of the following:

Enrolled in an Alternative Certification Program or Credential Program

Have classroom teaching experience

Are in the 2nd year of college or beyond with a major in Education

Math Program Teachers

At least two years of college

Demonstrates competence with the level of mathematics being taught

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

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be a complete list of all job responsibilities or skills, knowledge and abilities required.

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