Job Description

Education Consultant

Sylvan Learning Center

Are you passionate about helping families find the perfect educational support for their children? Do you thrive in a warm, trusting environment where your listening skills and empathy make a real difference? If so, this dynamic role at Sylvan Learning Center is perfect for you!

Join Sylvan Learning Center, a leader in personalized tutoring and enrichment for over 40 years. As a highly skilled Education Consultant, you will guide families through understanding their child's academic needs and recommend tailored programs that foster long-term success. Enjoy a fun, loving workplace where you can develop your communication and relationship-building skills while making a meaningful impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Respond promptly to inbound inquiries via phone, email, and walk-ins, guiding families toward diagnostic assessments
• Conduct consultative conversations to identify academic gaps, confidence issues, and budget concerns
• Explain assessment results clearly and connect findings to personalized learning plans
• Present honest, flexible program options including phased or lighter commitments
• Build trust to encourage sustained investment in children’s education without pressure
• Maintain caring follow-up with families to reinforce trust and identify re-enrollment opportunities
• Track and report enrollment metrics to the Center Director

Community & Marketing Support

• Represent Sylvan at school events, PTA meetings, and community fairs
• Support seasonal campaigns like Back-to-School and SAT Prep Seminars
• Maintain relationships with local schools, PTAs, and community organizations

Qualifications & Success Factors

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, with background in education, counseling, or related fields
• Patient, natural listener skilled at building quick trust with families
• Organized with strong follow-through on outreach and CRM management
• Comfortable discussing education investment values without pressure
• Available for some evening and weekend hours
• Success measured by family satisfaction, consistent enrollment growth, and strong retention

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly rate of $18 – $25 based on experience
• Afternoon shift schedule: Monday to Thursday, 3:00 PM - 7:30pm & Saturdays, 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
• Growth potential with expanded hours and responsibilities as the center grows

Location: Falls Church

If you are a motivated, enthusiastic professional ready to make a positive impact in education, apply now to join our loving and supportive team at Sylvan Learning Center!

Choosing Sylvan is about getting results and setting your child up for long-term success. At Sylvan, we’re focused on building academic confidence, igniting intellectual curiosity and inspiring a love for learning — all of which make a big impact in school and in life. For 40 years, we’ve helped millions of students achieve new levels of academic success.

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