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GENERAL SUMMARY The Sylvan Teacher is responsible for creating a positive personal learning experience for students byu00a0teaching students using Sylvan program materials. u00a0Using the program materials, the teacher createsu00a0balanced and robust learning experiences for students. u00a0The Sylvan Teacher evaluates studentu00a0progress on each assignment, communicates this progress, and works with Center staff to ensureu00a0learning is personal for each student. u00a0 ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Prepares for each instructional session; Gathers and prepares materials as appropriateu00a0 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 sessionu00a0 Evaluates and records the progress of each student on their program assignment u00a0 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 Sylvanu00a0instructional management standards u00a0 Records and tracks tokens earned by students u00a0 Manages the conclusion of each instructional session and manages the completion of u00a0learningu00a0log 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 neededu00a0 Completes certification training on each Sylvan program taught to students KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED Language Arts and Study Skills Program Teachers:u00a0 Four year degree or equivalent required State or provincial teaching credentials (current or expired) Minimum of one or two years of teaching experience preferred Knowledge of phonics and reading comprehension preferred for reading teachers Math Program Teachers: Four year degree required in a discipline requiring 3 or more years of college levelu00a0math SAT/ACT, Test Prep, and Advanced Reading Skills Teachers: Four year degree or equivalent preferred Knowledge of general office equipment such as copiers, printers, and office phonesu00a0 Knowledge of tablet computers preferred SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED Proven ability to engage, motivate, and inspire students to learnu00a0 Strong interpersonal and communication skills Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and be flexibleu00a0 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. u00a0They are not intended to be a complete list of all job responsibilities or skills, knowledge and abilitiesu00a0required.