Contact Information

New Students: (800) 282-2116
Current Families: (203) 287-9677x10
Fax: (203) 287-9625
Monday: 9:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Saturday: 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Sunday: Closed

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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, Hamden tutoring

Linda Parrett Langan

Center Director

Linda holds a B.S. in Early Childhood Education and an M.S. in Elementary Education from Southern Connecticut State University. She is an education consultant and advocate, dedicating her career to assisting families in recognizing and solving children's specific educational needs. She has volunteered in her community as PTO president and was a member of the Wallingford Board of Education. Linda resides in Wallingford with her husband and two daughters.

Director of Education, Hamden tutoring

Melissa Coviello

Director of Education

Melissa holds a B.S. degree in Education with a concentration in English from Central Connecticut State University. Before coming to Sylan, Melissa enjoyed working with students and their families as a third grade teacher. Here at Sylvan, Melissa oversees all aspects of the center's educational operations. She closely monitors every student's individual educational plan and works with their teachers and families to ensure academic success.

Assistant Director of Education, Hamden tutoring

Kelly Nichols

Assistant Director of Education

Kelly holds a B.A. degree in English from James Madison University. After college, she enjoyed two years teaching dance and gymnastics to elementary-age students. She then completed a Master of Fine Arts degree in Writing from the New School in New York City. Kelly is CT certified in Secondary Education. At Sylvan, Kelly works with the Director of Education to oversee student tutoring plans and monitor students' progress to achieve academic and personal success.

Head Teacher, Hamden tutoring

Fred Borne

Head Teacher

B.S. Mathematics, Manchester College (IN);
Certification: CT, Mathematics
14 years teaching experience

Head Teacher, Hamden tutoring

Marion Calamita

Head Teacher

M.S. Reading, Southern Connecticut State University; B.S. Elementary Education, Southern Connecticut State University; Certified Teacher

Head Teacher, Hamden tutoring

Tricia Roberts

Head Teacher

B.A. Mathematics, Franklin & Marshall College; Certification, CT, Mathematics
4 years of teaching experience

Instructor, Hamden tutoring

Jamie Caligan

Instructor

Jamie has a B.S. in Elementary Education from Elmira College in NY. She is certified to teach grades 1-6 and Middle School English. Jamie taught 4th and 5th grade in Chicago, IL, before moving back to CT.

Instructor, Hamden tutoring

Melissa Caporossi

Instructor

Melissa has a B.S. and M.S. in Special Education from Southern Connecticut State University. She is certified in CT for K through 12. Melissa has been teaching for four years.

Instructor, Hamden tutoring

Diane Coe

Instructor

B.S., Psychology, SCSU
Certification: CT Elementary Education K-6
4 years teaching experience

Instructor, Hamden tutoring

Mathew Crowley

Instructor

Mat has a B.S. in English from Eastern Connecticut State University and an M.S. in Elementary Education from the University of New Haven. Mat is certified to teach grades K-6.

Instructor, Hamden tutoring

Blair Donahue

Instructor

Blair has a B.A. in English and an M.A. in Secondary Education from Quinnipiac University. He is certified in the state of CT in grades 7 through 12.

Instructor, Hamden tutoring

Bernadette Horowitz

Instructor

B.A., Home Economics/Secondary Education, Queens College, NY
MAT Education, Sacred Heart University, Fairfield CT
Certification: CT, Family and Consumer Science, PreK-12
14 years teaching experience

Instructor, Hamden tutoring

Deborah James

Instructor

Deborah has an M.S. in Elementary Education and a B.A. in Sociology from the University of Pennsylvania. She is certified in grades 1 though 6 and has 5 years experience.

Instructor, Hamden tutoring

Judith Kozaczuk

Instructor

B.F.A., UConn
M.S., Education SCSU
Certification: CT, Elementary Education, K-8

Instructor, Hamden tutoring

Edwin Mason

Instructor

Ed has a B.A. in Mathematics from Pomona College in California. He has 6 years experience.

Instructor, Hamden tutoring

Renee Mooney

Instructor

Renee has a B.S. in Education and an M.S. in Special Education from Southern Connecticut State University. She is certified in the state of Connecticut in grades prek-12. Renee has been teaching for over 10 years.

Instructor, Hamden tutoring

Lisa Porcelli

Instructor

Lisa has a B.A. in Mathematics from Quinnipiac University and she is currently working towards a Masters of Arts in teaching. Lisa is certified in CT for grades 4 through 8.

Instructor, Hamden tutoring

Maria Steele

Instructor

Maria has an A.S. in Human Services, B.S. in Special Education, and a Masters in Interdisciplinary Education. She also holds a 6th year degree in Consultation and Collaboration in Special Education. Maria is certified K-12 in Special Education. She has been teaching for 8 years.