Director of Education

2 weeks ago

Abbotsford, Canada Sylvan Learning - Abbotsford, BC Full time

**GENERAL SUMMARY**

**ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS**
- Supports the Centre Director in delivering assessments to students, updating lesson plans, and preparing teaching materials.
- Manages and delivers all conference activities such as preparing conference materials and meeting with parents to keep families enrolled in Sylvan.
- Ensures that all teachers are trained and certified to deliver Sylvan programs and monitors teachers performance.
- Motivates and develops staff by providing ongoing learning opportunities.
- Monitors student progress to ensure goals are achieved and ongoing family needs are met.
- Conducts parent conferences on a regular and timely basis, with appropriate documentation.
- Communicates with the Centre Director any concerns regarding student progress or instructor performance.
- May also be required to make school visits, establish and maintain relationships with schools for partnership and marketing purposes.

**KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED**
- Bachelor's Degree in Education or related field from an accredited university
- Minimum of one or two years of teaching experience preferred; Experience in supervisor role preferred
- Knowledge of current BC educational curriculum and policy
- Previous retail and/or sales experience preferred
- Be comfortable working with computers and have a good working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel. Knowledge of iPads and Zoom an asset.

**SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED**
- Proven ability to engage, motivate, and inspire students to learn
- Be hard-working, exude empathy and love working with children
- Strong customer service, interpersonal, and communication skills
- Proven ability to discuss and sell Sylvan products and services to new and existing customers
- Proven ability to communicate effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience
- Ability to work collaboratively; strong team player
- Ability to work a flexible schedule
- Have reliable transportation (vehicle preferred)

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. If you possess the above qualifications, please submit your cover letter and resume Attn: Bonnie Poznekoff. Only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.

Schedule:

- 8 hour shifts, Monday to Friday (opportunity to start part time)
- Occasional weekend shift for marketing events

**Benefits**:

- Vacation & paid time off
- Extended health care
- Dental care

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