Elementary & Writing Teacher/Tutor

Scholars Education Centre has successfully been providing tutoring of exceptional quality and service for 25 years; sharing Results That Matter with families. Scholars provides families with an affordable, professional, and comfortable learning environment that fosters lifelong growth for students in education, self-confidence, self-esteem, and socialization. We believe in developing long-term partnerships within our local communities and with families.

Job Summary

As a tutor and mentor with Scholars Education Centre, you will be responsible to provide superior individualized academic support to students. You are joining a dynamic team who want you to make a difference for each student who you have the opportunity of working with!

Essential Job Functions

  • Instruct students on an as-needed basis
  • Accurately provide reporting regarding student progress as required
  • Prepare teaching materials when applicable
  • Attend training workshops as needed
  • Complete administrative tasks when required
  • Achieve Real Life Results for each student! Follow, adapt, and provide feedback regarding each student’s individual Goal Sheet – our guideline and benchmark to providing individual success for each student we work with!

Requirements

  • Ontario certified teacher
  • Ability to teach up to Grade 6 math required (Grade 8 preferred)
  • Experienced and educated in the background of tutoring/mentoring to be provided
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Able to work both as a part of a team and independently
  • Strong communication and multitasking abilities
  • Experience with students in a teaching or tutoring environment
  • Excellent organizational skills

What we offer

  • Competitive wage with performance reviews
  • Flexible schedule
  • Good teacher incentives
  • Rewarding teaching environment

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $18.00-$22.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Casual dress
  • Company events
  • Paid time off
  • Store discount
  • Tuition reimbursement

Education:

  • Bachelor's Degree (required)

Experience:

  • teaching: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

  • OCT or ECE (required)

Work Location: In person

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