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Job Description Sylvan Learning Center of Lubbock Job Snapshot Pay $14.00 to $17.00 per hour (depending on experience) Employment Type Part-Time (flexible work schedule- weekday mornings/afternoon/evenings and Saturday morning) Job Type Education Education 4 Year Degree, Certified Teacher CONTACT INFORMATION: Jordan Levin - Center Director -or- Caroline Gerhart - Assistant Director Phone Number- (806) 785-4400 OVERVIEW: Sylvan Learning is the industry leader in providing supplemental education to children in pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. With nearly 30 successful years in the business, we guarantee positive educational results every step of the way. Our passionate instructors are certified, and our expert approach is personal and prescriptive, with each individual child’s needs in mind. Our talented employees experience daily the impact they make. We’re an organization that prides itself in instilling knowledge and confidence in each customer we benefit! Join us, and be inspired! JOB DESCRIPTION: Why did you first decide to become a Teacher? At Sylvan, we remember why. As an Instructor at Sylvan, your primary responsibilities are: Just Teaching. No Lesson Plans. No Preparation. As a part-time Sylvan Instructor, you will be trained on the Sylvan curriculum and given the tools to teach in a small group, 3:1 setting. You will provide personalized instruction in Reading, Writing, Math, Study Skills, SAT/ACT prep and State exams to students of all levels. If you aspire to inspire, then we want you on our team. As a successful Instructor, you will: Deliver Quality Education: • Teach using Sylvan based programs, • Supervise, interact with and motivate students during instruction hour while they work with equipment and materials, • Reward students for completed assignments, • Evaluate and document student progress, • Communicate student needs to the center manager, • Inspire Students:, • Develop rapport with students and establishes a fun learning environment, • Maintain a positive attitude and demonstrate enthusiasm for teaching and Sylvan We require: • Previous teaching or tutoring experience, • State level teaching certification (current or expired, not required for Math Instruction), • Someone with a background working with Special Education Students What you get in return: As a Sylvan team member, you’ll work in a fast-paced environment and make an impact on our business, watching your Learning Center grow! Our total rewards package includes: • Hourly compensation, • Eligibility for benefits afforded to part-time employees, • Additionally, through on-the-job training and learning opportunities, you can develop your career at Sylvan and succeed with us in future roles! If you want to be a part of an inspired organization that believes in fostering knowledge and confidence in children, improving the lives of thousands of families every day - apply today, and don’t let this opportunity pass you by!

Job Description Job Requirements: Kingdom Preparatory Academy's faculty members must: • be committed Christ-followers who are in agreement with the school’s statement of faith (https://www.kingdomprep.org/about-kpa/mission-vision-statement-of-faith-clone), • be committed to the school’s educational philosophy (https://www.kingdomprep.org/about-kpa/distinctives) (classical methods of instruction, integrating Biblical worldview throughout the curriculum, etc.), • be knowledgeable in their subject area, • strive to be a person of virtuous character JOB DESCRIPTION FOR UPPER SCHOOL TEACHER Classification: Exempt Reports To: Head of the Schools of Logic and Rhetoric Purpose The purpose of this position is to educate upper school students (6th through 12th grades) using classical methods and a biblical worldview in order to prepare students with excellence to diligently pursue God’s truth, knowledge and wisdom in order to winsomely and persuasively communicate their thoughts both orally and in writing. Summary The Upper School Teacher provides instruction in an educational environment where students defend a love for God’s created order as they explain the truth, goodness, and beauty of His world through methods consistent with the classical approach to learning. The focus here is on teaching students how to form clear, eloquent arguments, and to communicate and defend these ideas via a written and oral thesis at the end of the senior year. Accordingly, most classes are discussion-based with an emphasis on sound logical and rhetorical principles across all disciplines. The Upper School Teacher will lead, instruct, disciple, and mentor students in a manner consistent with the School’s Statement of Faith and the Portrait of a KPA Teacher. The teacher will purposefully partner with parents in the education and spiritual development of their children. The Upper School Teacher will partner collegially with other School employees and will actively pursue intellectual and professional development. Supervision Received and Exercised The Upper School teacher receives direction from the Upper School Head, Assistant Upper School Head, and occasionally from the department chair. The Upper School Teacher must exercise judgment that is in keeping with the School’s philosophy of education, beliefs and values, and with the approved curriculum. The Upper School Head or designee will offer instruction, advice, direction and mentoring. The work is reviewed regularly and consistently. The Upper School Teacher exercises functional supervision over students and classroom environment. Work Schedule Teachers are expected to be on campus at least fifteen minutes prior to the start of their classes and five minutes after their classes dismiss. Teachers will need to complete lesson plans, update gradebooks and attendance, and comply with all policies and procedures stated in the employee handbook—which will require working additional hours outside of their designated class times. Teachers are expected to attend professional development trainings that are provided by KPA and are compensated for this time. Essential Functions Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Essential Job FunctionsPercentage of Time SpentSpiritual Leadership • Study the Bible, God’s only written Word, • Skillfully articulate and exhibit the personal/ethical implications of a lifelong commitment to follow Jesus Christ faithfully, • Measure knowledge against the standard of God’s revealed truth in Scripture, • Demonstrate an overt commitment to the life of a church and its core traditions, • Respect the School’s Christian mission and values, and aid students in Christian formation by modeling Christian living, both in and out of the classroom, • Be a positive role model for students by supporting the School’s Statement of Faith and exemplifying KPA’s Portrait of a Teacher, • Perform duties as a minister and steward of the Christian faithThese job functions are performed concurrently with those listed below.Lesson Planning, Preparation and Presentation, • Demonstrate understanding of pedagogical knowledge, skills and objectives in a classical, Christian school, • Establish a classroom environment that follows the classical methodology with a biblical worldview, • Implement the approved educational program, • Develop, maintain and implement lesson plans, learning activities, schedules, etc. that fulfill the requirements of the School’s curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation, as required, • With Upper School Head approval, review, revise and write a syllabus and curriculum, modifying plans based on student progress and assessment, • Meet all FACTS/Renweb entry deadlines for lesson plans and homework and update as needed, • Establish clearly articulated standards for student academic performance25% Student Learning, • Convey information to students using a variety of modalities, e.g., auditory, visual, demonstrations, discovery, etc., • Use clear language and appropriate vocabulary, integrating new vocabulary within existing shared framework, • Deliberately articulate how all subjects are interrelated, as parts of God’s integrated universe, • Provide just, reliable, understandable grade/reward structures, • Schedule and assign instructional activities, providing timely feedback on the results, • Assess students’ learning and monitor students' academic progress and personal growth toward stated objectives of instruction, • Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing, • Explain to students the grades received and ensure understanding of how improvement might be possible, • Provide private and public positive reinforcement for individual and group successes, • Maintain student learning results by providing instructional feedback, reviews, coaching, counseling, tutoring, mentoring, etc., • Maintain records of students' educational progress by documenting accomplishments, attendance and behavior using FACTS/Renweb50%Classroom Management, • Understand, embrace, interpret and apply KPA School policies, procedures, and regulations affecting School operations and programs in accordance with the Upper School culture, • Establish, articulate and maintain standards of student behavior to achieve a classroom climate conducive to learning and respect, • Maintain personal classroom practices and deportment that foster an atmosphere of support and predictability for the students, • Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students, • Maintain a safe, organized, clean, and stimulating environment in the classroom, • Manage student behavior in accordance with the Upper School Handbook, • Understand and implement the demerit and House Point systems, • Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities, • Prioritize tasks, including non-urgent, but important matters, • Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required, • Know and understand safety procedures including training in first aid and CPR15% Communication, • Establish meaningful emotional/psychological engagement with students, finding creative and appropriate ways to be involved in students’ outside-the-class lives without compromising privacy, • Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with parents, students, colleagues, and community members, • Maintain godly relationships with parents, other staff members and the community, • Communicate proactively with parents through email, notes, phone calls, and conferences to inform them about School programs and/or to discuss student progress, • Support parents by providing academic information, suggesting available educational and social resources, addressing concerns, and answering questions and requests with the Upper School Head input and support10%Professionalism, • Demonstrate commitment and loyalty to KPA and the Christian education profession through speech, punctuality, dress, attitude, and detailed attention to duties, • Present a consistent and reliable demeanor to students, • Promote and exhibit servant leadership alongside teammates in advancing KPA’s mission and vision, • Accept constructive feedback to affect personal and professional growth, • Grow and maintain professional competence and continuous improvement through active participation in professional development activities and/or professional organizations, • Attend and participate in faculty meetings and staff development activities, • Comply with all policies and procedures in the KPA Staff Handbook, • Perform other duties as assigned These job functions are performed concurrently with those listed above. Essential Requirements • A disciple of Jesus Christ and as such, one who models a love for God through obedience to His Word; such obedience is evidenced through convictions, lifestyle, and worldview, • A full and unreserved supporter of KPA’s Statement of Faith, Mission, and Vision, • A mentor of students, who is comfortable in working with teenagers in a discipleship-oriented setting