Pros
Working for Sylvan Learning Centers is generally satifying. Adequate training for teachers is provided prior to working with students. In addition to management training, teachers observe experienced Sylvan instructors and work slowly into management the max of 3 students per hour. In my experience management is flexible to accomodate personal business when necessary.
Cons
The hourly compensation for new teachers is fairly low for licensed education professional. To my knowledge, only currently certified teachers are employed by Sylvan Learning Centers. Many of these employees have many years of experience and/or graduate degrees. This position is great to earn extra income, but it is not a position that could serve as primary employment.