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Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 8:30 PM
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Friday: 8:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Saturday: 8:30 AM - 2:30 PM
Sunday: 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Meet the Tutors

Our Sylvan trained and certified tutors are dedicated to your child’s success. Working together with you, we will:

  • Pinpoint your child’s learning needs using the Sylvan Skills Assessment®
  • Develop a personalized learning plan based on your child’s goals
  • Offer unique insights about what will work for your child
  • Teach each lesson the way your child learns best
  • Build a relationship with your child to provide learning that’s fun, engaging and rewarding
Put years of educational experience to work for your family. Contact our center to find out how we can help today!

Center Director, West Hartford tutoring

Sarah Leonard

Center Director

Sarah is a graduate of Franklin Pierce College, NH with a B.A. in American Studies concentrating in English. Sarah is currently pursuing her Masters at Central Connecticut State University in Reading Consultation. Sarah holds a K-8 cerification in NH, K-6 in CT, and K-6 in SC. Sarah has been with Sylvan since 2005. She loves meeting new families and helping students gain the confidence and success they deserve.

NCLB Director, West Hartford tutoring

Suzanne Gautier

NCLB Director

Suzanne is a graduate of Saint Joseph College. She has a degree in History. She is a hometown graduate of Northwest Catholic High Schools. Currently at Sylvan, Suzanne teaches Study Skills, Homework Help, and Spanish.

Ace It! Program Manager, West Hartford tutoring

Emily Dillon

Ace It! Program Manager

Emily is a graduate of Central Connecticut State University. She is currently pursuing her masters in the field of education at the University of Bridgeport. Emily is the director of our Ace It! program. This portable program allows Sylvan to go directly into the schools!

Instructor, West Hartford tutoring

Gina Romanos

Instructor

Gina graduated from New England College and holds a Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education. Gina has a Master's Degree from the School for International Training in Intercultural Service, Leadership, and Management. At Sylvan Gina teaches Beginning Reading, Academic Reading, Math and Homework Support.

Instructor, West Hartford tutoring

Mary Ellen Gan

Instructor

Mary Ellen graduated from the University of Connecticut with a B.S. in Family Studies. She graduated from the University of Bridgeport with her Masters in Elementary Education. She is certified in CT and currently works in Newington as a learning tutor. At Sylvan Mary Ellen teaches Beginning Reading, Academic Reading, Academic Writing, Math and Homework Support.

Instructor, West Hartford tutoring

Vu Troung

Instructor

Vu is currently pursuing his degree in Molecular Cell Biology with a minor in Mathematics, Physiology, and Neurobiology at the University of Connecticut. Vu is a hometown graduate of Hall High School.
Vu teaches SAT Prep, all levels of Math, Biology, Study Skills and Homework Support.

Instructor, West Hartford tutoring

Jason Cooley

Instructor

Jason is a graduate from the University of Hartford. He currently teaches political science and history classes at the University. At Sylvan
Jason teaches Academic Reading, Study Skills, Homework Support and History.

Instructor, West Hartford tutoring

Sara Schroeder

Instructor

Sara graduated from Central Connecticut State University with a degree in Elementary Education and Mathematics. She is certified in CT. She is currently completing her Masters in Special Education. She is currently teaching as a Special Education tutor. At Sylvan Sara teaches Math and Academic Reading.

Elizabeth Hallinan

Tutor

Elizabeth holds her Bachelor of Arts in English Literature from the University of Massachusetts. She holds a Connecticut certification in grades K-6. She tutors all Beginning Reading, Academic Reading, Writing, and Math Essential students at Sylvan.

Jamie Harris

Tutor

Jamie holds a Bachelor of Arts in English with a concentration in the Development of Western Civilization from Providence College in RI. He also holds a Master of Education from Providence College in Special Education. Jamie is K-12 CT certified in Special Education. He is currently a teacher in Waterbury, CT. At Sylvan Learning Center, Jamie teaches Reading, Writing, Math, Study Skills, College 101 and SAT Verbal.

Sarah Stolfi

Tutor

Sarah holds a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Political Science from the University of Connecticut. Sarah also holds a Master of Science in Special Education from Central Connecticut State University. She is CT certified in 7-12 Social Studies. She is currently a teacher in Meriden, CT. At Sylvan, Sarah tutors students in Reading, Writing, Math and Study Skills.

Matt Noreika

Instructor

Matt is a graduate of Boston College and holds a degree in Mathematics. He is also a hometown graduate of Northwest Catholic High Schools. Currently Matt tutors all levels of Math and SAT Prep.