About the role
Please note that interviews will start in late December 2025/early January 2026.
Sylvan teachers are responsible for creating a positive personal learning experience for students in Kindergarten through Grade 12 in Reading, Writing and Math. All students are taught in a small student-teacher ratio, and using Sylvan program materials. We differ from other tutoring centres in that we provide you with the materials to teach. No lesson planning, parent meetings or take-home work!
Interviews and training will be conducted at the Coquitlam location (3039 Anson Ave.).
We are looking for a commitment of minimum three days per week during the following times:
- Monday through Friday afternoons/evenings from 2:30-7:30pm
- Saturday morning shifts may become available in future
Our Burnaby location is connected with the Coquitlam location. If you can work at either location, flexibility is an asset :)
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
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Prepares for each instructional session; gathers and prepares materials as appropriate
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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, and records/tracks tokens earned by students
-
Communicates specific student needs to centre staff
-
Attends periodic staff meetings and completes ongoing training as needed
-
Completes certification training on each Sylvan program taught to students
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
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Teaching credentials OR attending post-secondary (minimum 3rd year) with the intention of pursuing education
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Minimum of one or two years of teaching experience preferred
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED
- Knowledge of iPads, Zoom, Google Drive/Docs and Microsoft Word
- Have strong communication skills (written and verbal) in English
- Proven ability to engage, motivate, and inspire students of all ages to learn
- Ability to multi-task and be flexible
- Have a reliable form of transportation
For additional information about Sylvan, please visit our website: www.sylvanlearning.com
About Sylvan Learning Center
With more than 40 years of experience, more than 710 points of presence and millions of families with results, Sylvan Learning is the leading provider of Personalized Learning for students in grades K-12. Sylvan is transforming how students learn, inspiring them to succeed in school and in life. Sylvan's proven tutoring approach blends amazing teachers with SylvanSync™ technology on the iPad® for an engaging learning experience. Sylvan also leads the way with Sylvan EDGE — STEM and accelerated courses and Sylvan PREP — college and test prep courses.
Sylvan supports families through every stage of the academic journey. Sylvan is a wholly owned subsidiary of Franchise Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: FRG). For more information, visit www.SylvanLearning.com Sylvan is transforming how students learn, inspiring them to succeed in school and in life. Sylvan's proven tutoring approach blends amazing teachers with SylvanSync™ technology on the iPad® for an engaging learning experience. Sylvan also leads the way with Sylvan EDGE—STEM and accelerated courses and Sylvan Prep —college and test prep courses. Sylvan supports families through every stage of the academic journey.
Franchise opportunities are available Nationwide with Sylvan Learning. For more information about our franchise opportunities, please visit our Franchise Development website at franchise.sylvanlearning.com.
Sylvan Learning was founded in 1979 and is headquartered in Baltimore, Maryland.
About the role
Please note that interviews will start in late December 2025/early January 2026.
Sylvan teachers are responsible for creating a positive personal learning experience for students in Kindergarten through Grade 12 in Reading, Writing and Math. All students are taught in a small student-teacher ratio, and using Sylvan program materials. We differ from other tutoring centres in that we provide you with the materials to teach. No lesson planning, parent meetings or take-home work!
Interviews and training will be conducted at the Coquitlam location (3039 Anson Ave.).
We are looking for a commitment of minimum three days per week during the following times:
- Monday through Friday afternoons/evenings from 2:30-7:30pm
- Saturday morning shifts may become available in future
Our Burnaby location is connected with the Coquitlam location. If you can work at either location, flexibility is an asset :)
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
-
Prepares for each instructional session; gathers and prepares materials as appropriate
-
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, and records/tracks tokens earned by students
-
Communicates specific student needs to centre staff
-
Attends periodic staff meetings and completes ongoing training as needed
-
Completes certification training on each Sylvan program taught to students
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
-
Teaching credentials OR attending post-secondary (minimum 3rd year) with the intention of pursuing education
-
Minimum of one or two years of teaching experience preferred
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED
- Knowledge of iPads, Zoom, Google Drive/Docs and Microsoft Word
- Have strong communication skills (written and verbal) in English
- Proven ability to engage, motivate, and inspire students of all ages to learn
- Ability to multi-task and be flexible
- Have a reliable form of transportation
For additional information about Sylvan, please visit our website: www.sylvanlearning.com
About Sylvan Learning Center
With more than 40 years of experience, more than 710 points of presence and millions of families with results, Sylvan Learning is the leading provider of Personalized Learning for students in grades K-12. Sylvan is transforming how students learn, inspiring them to succeed in school and in life. Sylvan's proven tutoring approach blends amazing teachers with SylvanSync™ technology on the iPad® for an engaging learning experience. Sylvan also leads the way with Sylvan EDGE — STEM and accelerated courses and Sylvan PREP — college and test prep courses.
Sylvan supports families through every stage of the academic journey. Sylvan is a wholly owned subsidiary of Franchise Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: FRG). For more information, visit www.SylvanLearning.com Sylvan is transforming how students learn, inspiring them to succeed in school and in life. Sylvan's proven tutoring approach blends amazing teachers with SylvanSync™ technology on the iPad® for an engaging learning experience. Sylvan also leads the way with Sylvan EDGE—STEM and accelerated courses and Sylvan Prep —college and test prep courses. Sylvan supports families through every stage of the academic journey.
Franchise opportunities are available Nationwide with Sylvan Learning. For more information about our franchise opportunities, please visit our Franchise Development website at franchise.sylvanlearning.com.
Sylvan Learning was founded in 1979 and is headquartered in Baltimore, Maryland.