Sylvan Learning

For educators seeking a career change, ownership with&nbsp;<a href="https://sylvanfranchise.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=why-these-former-educators-chose-sylvan-ownership-over-classroom-teaching-2720931" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Sylvan Learning</a>, the leading supplemental and enrichment learning concept with proven results, is a great opportunity. Though no two paths to ownership into the brand with over 40 years of experience and 700 points of presence are identical, there is a common thread of passion for education among&nbsp;<a href="https://1851franchise.com/sylvanlearning">Sylvan</a>’s teachers-turned-owners.Courtney Wright, an owner in Arkansas, and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/deena-r-3341142a/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=why-these-former-educators-chose-sylvan-ownership-over-classroom-teaching-2720931" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Deena Porter</a>, an owner in Florida, are two current franchisees who began their experience in the education field in the classroom.“I was a kindergarten, first, fourth and sixth grade teacher,” Wright said. “I taught for several years but when we decided to start our family I took a year off. I thought I’d just work part-time, so I started out as a Sylvan teacher.” Over the years, she grew with the brand, and when the owner of the center she was employed decided to retire, Wright decided to invest.Porter taught in the classroom for one year prior to taking a role as Director of Education at a Sylvan Learning center. After a brief return to classroom teaching, Porter was approached by the owner of the center she had previously worked with about taking over as owner.What Are the Hurdles?Some educators feel resistant to the idea of ownership with Sylvan due to the requirements of owning and running a business. After passionately pursuing a career in education, the switch to entrepreneurship can be intimidating, but it is completely possible, and incredibly rewarding.“I would say that I’ve always had some passion for business ownership, but that far back, I probably just didn’t have the faith in myself,” Porter explained. “Even though I had started out in college in education, the passion was there, but I wanted to take it somewhere different. When I learned about Sylvan, that was an incredible experience.”She added that, during her brief return to the classroom, she found herself longing for the Sylvan ways of differentiation and personalization. This served as a major draw for her to return to Sylvan in an ownership role when the time came.The realization of the possibilities that lie within Sylvan ownership, partnered with the support of the franchisor, business partners, friends and family is often a big part of the reason why teachers make the switch.“I think it’s worth the risk,” Wright said. “I like the fact that I am making an impact with kids in a granular way. The relationships that you can build with the students and parents allow you to be an ongoing resource for them.”Watch the full video&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-uIeSXMOAfE&utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=why-these-former-educators-chose-sylvan-ownership-over-classroom-teaching-2720931" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">here</a>.

Why These Former Educators Chose Sylvan Ownership over Classroom Teaching

1851 Franchise

As more educators transition to business ownership with Sylvan, they are able to take control of their futures.

This brand page has been paid for by SYLVAN LEARNING. Content within this page that is paid will showcase a Sponsored icon. This means the brand has engaged 1851 FRANCHISE to write the content. Content without the Sponsored Icon is aggregated media placements the brand earned. Questions can be sent to editorial@1851franchise.com

why-these-former-educators-chose-sylvan-ownership-over-classroom-teaching

CONSUMER INFORMATION

The Sylvan Promise

How Sylvan Helps Students Get College Ready

Test Prep

Tutoring

Learn

Visit Website

SYLVAN LEARNING

Twitter

Facebook

LinkedIn

YouTube

SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS

How This Multi-unit Sylvan Learning Franchisee Grew Her Business During the Pandemic

Why Retired Teachers Love Working With Sylvan Learning

Sylvan Learning Franchisees Discuss Multi-Unit Ownership and Scaling Their Businesses

SYLVAN LEARNING MOST READ STORIES

LOGIN

ABOUT SYLVAN LEARNING

facebook

instagram

twitter

linkedin

Sylvan Learning Brand President Susan Valverde stands against blue background

From Franchisee to Brand President: How Susan Valverde Is Shaping Sylvan’s Future

how-susan-valverde-is-shaping-sylvans-future

Why Sylvan's Corporate Team Loves Working for the Brand

why-sylvans-corporate-team-loves-working-for-the-brand

Valley Business Report: How Susan Valverde Brought Sylvan Learning to the Rio Grande Valley

Valley Business Report: How Susan Valverde Brought Sylvan Learning to the Rio Grande Valley and Transformed Local Education

valley-business-report-how-susan-valverde-brought-sylvan-learning-to-the-rio-grande-valley-and-transformed-local-education

What Colleges Are Really Looking for in Prospective Students

what-colleges-are-really-looking-for

Former Marketing and Management Professional Signs Tenth Location With Sylvan Learning In North Carolina, the Brand Eyes an Opportunity to Add More Than a Dozen Locations

former-marketing-and-management-professional-signs-tenth-location-with-sylvan-learning-in-north-carolina-the-brand-eyes-an-opportunity-to-add-more-than-a-dozen-locations

How One Sylvan Franchisee’s Long-term Exit Strategy Positioned The Next Owner For Success

how-one-sylvan-franchisees-long-term-exit-strategy-positioned-the-next-owner-for-success

Sylvan Learning Des Moines - $450,000 Grant - 1851 Franchise

Sylvan Learning of Johnston & Des Moines Awarded $450,000 Grant for Accelerated After-School Tutoring 

sylvan-learning-grant-des-moines

Why These Former Educators Chose Sylvan Ownership over Classroom Teaching

MORE STORIES LIKE THIS