Office Director

The Company

Founded by two University of Pennsylvania graduates in 1998, Georgetown Learning Centers is an educational company committed to helping kids of all ages and abilities succeed in their academic endeavors. We believe that all students can flourish in school, especially when they discover that learning can be fun and rewarding. GLC operates premier neighborhood learning centers in the Northern Virginia and Charlottesville areas, and is seeking an energetic leader to manage its Center in Charlottesville, VA.

The Director Position

We are looking for a student-focused, enthusiastic self-starter with the desire to help lead the growth of one of our Centers. The Director position is a dynamic role that involves selling services to and nurturing relationships with clients, learning and implementing sales, marketing, leadership, and operational skills, and teaching and tutoring students. The Director will assume ultimate responsibility for the center’s quality of service, achievement of sales targets, adherence to company policies, academic development of students, and overall success of the center. Most importantly, the Director will serve as a role model and figurehead for the office, leading colleagues to professional satisfaction and guiding children to a love of learning.

This position is best suited for those who truly enjoy working in an educational environment and are very goal oriented. The best candidates will also be motivated by the desire to participate in the growth of a small company whose mission is to promote the academic success of its students.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily customer service with clients, including in person meetings, answering phones and responding to e-mail inquiries.
• Provide families with constructive educational advice, particularly in the areas of standardized test preparation (SAT, ACT, etc.) and academic tutoring.
• Achieve monthly and annual sales goals as well as participate in weekly sales and strategy meetings.
• Develop relationships with clients, students and other GLC employees and set example of positive work attitude.
• Share and explain GLC’s services, academic values, and policies to prospective and current clients.
• Handle all billing for the center.
• Provide organizational and educational support and guidance to all Associate Directors in the center.
• Maintain office organization and appearance.
• Tutor middle and high school students for 5-10 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Desire to work with great students and colleagues
• Bachelor’s degree from top school with strong academic performance; strong Math or Science aptitude preferred, but not required
• Excellent problem solving abilities and strong leadership talent
• Ability to manage sales goals and desire to build community relations
• Superb organizational and logistical skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and desire to work in a small team oriented environment
• Minimum of 2 years of related full-timework experience, preferably in sales, customer service, and/or education
• Ability to take initiative and solve problems
• Desire and ability to build rapport with parents, students, and the community

BENEFITS

• Health & dental care
• Competitive salary and bonus plan
• Fun, relaxed work environment
• Generous vacation/holiday package

Compensation: $60,000-$65,0000/year

Georgetown Learning Centers

Since 1998, Georgetown Learning Centers has been an educational leader in Virginia. For many families, our tutoring centers in McLean, Great Falls, and Charlottesville communities are a key part of their children’s education. We offer a broad range of academic tutoring and test prep services designed to boost grades, increase scores, and build confidence. Our mission is to support students with compatible instructors and cultivate relationships that nurture academic performance and inspire learning. At GLC, we believe that all children can flourish scholastically when they discover that learning can be fun and rewarding.

Company Website: www.glclearn.com