Contact Information
| Phone: | (419) 353-7608 |
| Fax: | (419) 353-7529 |
| Monday: | 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM |
| Tuesday: | 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM |
| Wednesday: | 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM |
| Thursday: | 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM |
| Friday: | 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| Saturday: | 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
| Sunday: | Closed |
Meet the Tutors
Sylvan instructors are highly trained and qualified. They are trained in the specific programs they teach and are also certified by the state. Sylvan instructors love to teach and love to learn. Meet our team of staff members:
Ann King
Center Director
Ann is a graduate of Bowling Green State University with her B.A. in Music Education. She has been a Director with Sylvan since 2002. She and her husband John have been residents of the Bowling Green area for 35 years, and prior to joining Sylvan Ann worked with local schools as a teacher and educational consultant. She truly believes that every student has untapped potential to succeed academically, and says, "Sylvan is all about the possibilities and building a student's self-confidence and motivation to learn." Ann and John have a son, daughter-in-law, and two grandchildren. Outside of Sylvan, Ann sings with the Pride of Toledo Chorus of Sweet Adelines International, and enjoys spending time with her family.
Stacey Freytag
Director of Education
Stacey has a Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education from Bluffton University. She was a long term sub during the 2010-2011 school year, and recently joined our staff. She is married to Brandon, has a puppy named Marley, and enjoys running, skiing, being "crafty", and reading. Stacey loves working at Sylvan because she has the opportunity to inspire children to become excited about learning.
Carol Wines
Lead Teacher
Carol has 35 years of elementary teaching experience and is excited to share her expertise and love of learning with Sylvan students. Carol lives in Fostoria with her husband Mark, a retired educator who also tutors at our center. She enjoys reading, cooking, gardening, golf, and traveling.
Caren Beckett
Owner
Caren is a graduate of Bowling Green State University with her B.S. in Elementary Education. Caren has worked with Sylvan in many different capacities since 1996. Prior to opening the Bowling Green Center in 2001, she worked in Columbus area centers as a techer and Director. Caren comments, "Sylvan offers programs that help students feel successful again. The excitement shown by students when they see their school grades improve is not only rewarding as a Director, but also as an educator."
Craig Beckett
Owner
Craig is a graduate of the University of Toledo and has an MBA from the University of Findlay. He joined Sylvan in April 2006, and prior to that worked as an engineer. Craig and his wife (Caren) are involved in the daily operations of the 5 Sylvan centers they own: Bowling Green, Defiance, Findlay, Lima, and Toledo.
Dawn Weaver
Instructor
Dawn has her Early Childhood Education degree from the University of Toledo, and prior to working at Sylvan she taught in a multi-age classroom of first and second graders. Dawn's husband is a high school teacher and Dawn stays home during the day with their two young sons. She loves teaching and Sylvan instruction works well with her schedule as a mother.
Curt Williams
Instructor
Curt has a Bachelors degree in Elementary Education, a Masters in Reading, and Special Education certification from Bowling Green State University. Curt has been an intervention specialist for the past 11 years working with students in grades K-8. He has also taught undergraduate students at BGSU and trained college students to be puppeteers! Curt is married and has six children. He enjoys playing games, music, and disc golf, and loves family vacations where all of his family can join him. Curt is committed to helping children succeed at Sylvan, and remarks, "Sylvan has a warm atmosphere that feels conducive to students learning."
Shannon Sample
Instructor
Shannon received her Education degree specializing in middle school education from BGSU, and earned a Masters of Education degree in Curriculum and Teaching in 2010. She has been a substitute teacher in many different school districts in NW Ohio. Shannon declares, "I am so excited to be working with Sylvan students who have amazing potential!" In her spare time, Shannon enjoys spending time with her friends and teaching a youth class at her local church. She also loves to sing, swim, and shop!
Mark Wines
Instructor
Mark earned his education degree from BGSU, and is a retired educator with 30 years of secondary teaching experience. Mark began teaching reading and math with Sylvan in the No Child Left Behind program in Fostoria and now is enthusiastically tutoring students at our center. Mark also teaches with our ACT Prep program. He is married to our Director of Education, Carol. Mark's hobbies include reading, golf, gardening and traveling throughout the U.S.
Sharon Neisler
Instructor
Sharon and her husband Ryan recently moved to Bowling Green where Sharon is working at Bowling Green Middle School. She has a B.S. in Mathematics Education and taught secondary math in Atlanta, Georgia. Sharon loves working with students of all ages to help them achieve their goals. In her spare time, Sharon enjoys playing her violin and viola, running, and reading books. She also loves to travel, and has lived in 8 states. Sharon's favorite place she has visited was the Great Wall of China!
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