New Jobs in Cumming: Week of Oct. 1

SAT/ACT Tutors, The Tutoring Center

 At The Tutoring Center located in Sugar Hill, we are committed to helping each student reach and exceed his or her potential by delivering customized instruction highly focused on the individual student. The Tutoring Center’s SAT/ACT instructors/tutors are an essential part of our Company, and we are determined to hire and develop only the very best!

You must possess the aptitude for solving and teaching SAT/ACT problems, the personality and professionalism that our students and their parents expect from us consistently, the ability to motivate students and deliver personalized educational services.  We are currently hiring multiple SAT/ACT Tutors.

Our benefits include:

• Competitive Pay:  Between $25-$35 per hour, depending on experience and tutoring assignment, with merit raises for outstanding performance and based on client feedback.

• Paid Training:  An in-depth mandatory training program.  Previous SAT/ACT student test-preparation experience is a strong plus.

• Unique Books & Materials:  Top-notch test prep materials for SAT, ACT and other tests.

• Build Your Own Schedule: Our SAT/ACT tutoring sessions are Monday to Friday, from 7:30 pm till 9:30 pm, and Saturday & Sunday, from 10:00 am till 6:00 pm.  Scheduling flexibility is essential for all Tutors.

• Focus On Your Strengths: Proficiency in both math and verbal areas is valued but you may specialize in just one of these areas.

Job Requirements:

• Education: Undergraduate degree from a selective college or university, or attending college with excellent grades.

• Proficiency: High level of demonstrated proficiency in the SAT/ACT subjects you wish to teach – a SAT score of 700+ in each subject.

• Schedule: Be available to tutor through the 2012-2013 school year and, ideally, beyond, as per above schedule.

• Experience: Have experience teaching, tutoring or working with high-school aged students.

For more information about these positions, apply online.

27D Paralegal Specialist, Georgia National Guard

As an Army National Guard Paralegal Specialist, you will play a key role in the Army’s judicial system. You will assist judges, Army lawyers, and unit commanders with legal matters and judicial work. The Paralegal Specialist provides legal and administrative support in such diverse areas as international law, contract law, defense legal services, and judicial legal services.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED (If you do not have a diploma or GED, you may still apply - ask a Recruiter about how the Army National Guard can help you earn your GED.)
• Must be between the ages of 17 and 35
• Must be able to pass a physical exam and meet legal and moral standards
• Must meet citizenship requirements (see NATIONALGUARD.com for details)

This position may qualify for a bonus, ask your National Guard recruiter for the most up-to-date information. For more about this position, apply online.

Licensed Medical Aesthetician, Firstmed Aesthetics

We are a Medical Facility looking for a motivated individual to do chemical peels, facials, waxing etc. This is a great opportunity to start your own practice. If this interests you, call Sonya Kennedy at 770-653-2566.

Part-time Nanny Position/eNannySource

We have a 5-year-old son and a 7-year-old daughter who get along very well. We are seeking a nanny that can care for our two children after school and on days when school is not in session. Responsibilities will include taking the kids to after school activities, helping with homework, supporting our kids with any of their household chores, carpooling to play dates, and finding fun active things to do after school.

We may ask for help with errands especially on weeks when I travel. I work from home 75 percent of the time and travel the other 25 percent of the time. We have a dog so animal lovers are appreciated. For more information about this position, apply online.

Retail Customer Support Rep, Verizon

You’re primed to take your career to the next level – to start turning your professional and personal aspirations into realities. And at Verizon Wireless, you’ll find a career that puts your goals within reach and empowers you to make your voice heard.

If you’re ready to realize your career potential with a dynamic and collaborative team, you need to consider a future as a Verizon Wireless Retail Customer Support Representative. When you join our team of problem solvers, you’ll work with our customers to deliver individualized solutions to ensure their voices are ringing out loud and clear. That means putting your strong interpersonal skills into play to make others feel at ease and sharing in the satisfaction of creating positive outcomes. For more information about this position, apply online.

General Manager, KFC Restaurant

At KFC, we feed the world. But we do more than fill people up. We fulfill their life. Our meals matter, and when we serve them with southern hospitality, we make our customer’s day. So our jobs are more than a paycheck – they’re about being independent, having fun, and making new friends.

If you’re already a successful manager, you need to check out our Restaurant General Manager position. As a Restaurant General Manager, you have the keys to a $1 million+ business (literally!). And when you grow your team and the business by making our customers’ day, you get rewarded in a big way.

What are we looking for?

The good news is that your training will teach you everything you need to know to succeed on the job. But there are a few skills you should have from the get-go:

• A natural leader, you want to be captain because you can bring together a winning team. You’re all about creating a great place to work for your team.

• We have a GREAT culture and look for GREAT people to add to our family. You know who you are --honest, energetic, motivational and fun. You have a vision for the perfect restaurant, and you know how to get your team to bring it to life.

• You set high standards for yourself and for your people.

• You’re up for a challenge. You love the excitement of the restaurant business and know every day is different.

• And, you’re at least 18-years-old with a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation (not public transportation – you may need to drive to make deposits for the restaurant sometimes) and a true desire to learn and grow.

For more information about this position, apply online.

Sales Associate, Home Depot

Are you committed to providing impeccable customer service? Do you rise to the challenge of solving a tough problem? Do you love to learn? If so, we want to hear from YOU. For over 30 years, the orange apron has been a symbol of knowledge, dependability, and the level of service that customers can trust.

One of the many values our employees share is genuine respect for one another. Our employees are encouraged to express themselves as individuals and apply their own experiences to better serve our customers. There's nothing quite like using your skills and expertise to help someone bring their vision to life. Do you have what it takes to wear the orange apron?

• Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
• Available positions may vary by store.
• Must pass the drug test (unless prohibited by state law) and the background check.

For more information about this position, apply online.

Salon Manager, Great Clips

As a manager at Great Clips, your #1 job is to build a salon team whose focus is on getting customers to return to the salon for their next haircut. To do this, Great Clips managers must walk the talk and genuinely connect with our customers from the time they first step into the salon until they leave with their new do. Even in our fast-paced environment, the brief time our customers spend with us is an experience, not just a haircut.

Manager Qualifications:

• Current cosmetology or barber license as required by state/province regulations.
• Commitment to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and evenings.
• Dedication to great customer service.
• Commitment to follow and role model a customer service system with every customer, every time.
• Ability to cut hair for an extended period and provide quality haircuts in a fast-paced environment.
• Skill to listen and understand what the customer wants.
• Ability to efficiently and effectively resolve customer issues.
• Skill to use a computer to track customer information.
• Ability to lead a team committed to company goals and values.
• Ability to present internally and externally.

For more information about his job, apply online.

Back-up Cook, Cracker Barrel Old Country Store

Your self-discipline and ability to work independently set you apart as our Production Cook.  You have a great sense of timing, foresight and strategic  planning, which will be key in ensuring long-cook items are in full supply at all times.  You must be able to follow set recipes, use equipment and utensils, effectively communicate with other kitchen staff, and maintain a clean work environment.

We provide you with an exceptional training program that rewards you with a raise at the completion of each level. That's up to three raises in your first year! Of course, we also offer great promotion opportunities, flexible scheduling, paid vacation, benefits and a 401K savings plan. For more information about this position, apply online.

Merchandising Manager, Stein Mart

Stein Mart is currently seeking a fun, fashionable and friendly person to join our Store Team as a Merchandising Manager. We are looking for someone to develop a strong customer focus, manage and present merchandise in a specified area, manage workflow and allocate resources, assist with selecting, supervising and developing staff, and serve as a Manager on Duty.

Some of the qualifications include:

• High school graduate or equivalent (GED), Associates degree preferred.
• 2 to 4 years applicable customer service work experience.
• Minimum 1-year experience supervising in a multi-department environment.
• Demonstrated expertise in merchandising skills.
• Possess strong numeric reasoning skills (i.e., proficiency in adding, subtracting, multiplying, dividing, and calculating percentages.
• Computer keyboard knowledge and experience using a computer in a Windows environment.

For more information about this position, apply online.

Sales Associate, Michaels Arts & Crafts

The Sales Associate is enthusiastic and passionate about Creativity, People, and Arts and Crafts. The Sales Associate assists the Sales Specialists in the efficient operation of the entire store through product knowledge, and one-on-one interaction with customers. Duties include: assisting customers to drive sales, upsell and suggest products to customers using product knowledge; and pricing, stocking and merchandise presentation tasks required to maintain the department and company standards. Sales Associates are dedicated to the delivery of exceptional service to all Michael’s customers.

Some of the job requirements include:

• High school education or equivalent.
• Must successfully pass background check.
• Willing and able to inspire customers in use of product.
• Prior experience Arts & Crafts is preferred.

For more information about this position, apply online.

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