Contact Information
| Phone: | (815) 899-8909 |
| Fax: | (815) 895-6035 |
| Monday: | 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Tuesday: | 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM |
| Wednesday: | 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Thursday: | 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM |
| Friday: | 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Saturday: | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
| Sunday: | By Appointment |
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
Wendy Kunz
Director
Sylvan is committed to helping your child learn to succeed! I have been lucky enough to see the benefits of Sylvan as the Center Director, as a teacher before I started working here, and also as a parent! I am thrilled every day to come to work and see the excitement on students' faces as they figure out the skills they need to help them succeed in school and the confidence to do better in everything else! Our staff truly loves teaching and helping students develop a love of learning.
Kim Sanchez
Director
I graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from NIU. I began working at Sylvan in 2002, and I became a Director in early 2008. It is very rewarding to be able to work with both students and parents to accomplish a common goal. Whether that be for the student to catch-up, keep-up, or get ahead!
Linda
Teacher
Linda received her Bachelor of Science Degree in Elementary Education from Western Illinois University. She is the Preschool Director and a Teacher at Little Lambs Preschool.
"I enjoy working with children of all ages. I hope to motivate and inspire students to reach their full potential as lifelong learners."
Linda tutors students in Beginning Reading, Academic Reading, Math Essentials, and Academic Writing.
Patty
Teacher
Patty has worked at Sylvan since 2000. She received her Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education degree and Master of Education degree from the University of Illinois.
"I enjoy working with students in a variety of subject areas here at Sylvan. I love to see the pride they experience when they reach their goals."
Patty tutors students in Beginning Reading, Academic Reading, Academic Writing, Math Essentials, and Study Skills.
Heather
Teacher
Heather received her Bachelor's Degree in Education from NIU. She currently works as a Teaching Assistant in DeKalb High School.
"I am excited to assist students in reaching their full educational potential."
It is essential for students to learn study skills, as these are life-long skills that will help them to succeed in life! Helping students to develop these skills is Heather’s expertise!
Heather tutors students in Math Essentials, Beginning Reading, Academic Reading, Academic Writing, Study Skills, Pre-Algebra, Algebra I, ACT, and SAT.
Michelle
Teacher
Michelle received her Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education from Aurora University. She is in her fourth year teaching second grade for Indian Creek School District.
"I love working with students and watching them grow with their education."
Michelle tutors students in Math Essentials, Beginning Reading, Academic Reading, and Academic Writing.
Cory
Teacher
Cory graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Mathematics Secondary Education from Aurora University. She has taught Sunday School class at her church since 2008.
"I enjoy working with students and helping them learn and grow."
She tutors students in Pre-Algebra, Algebra I/II, Geometry, Pre-Calculus, Biology, Chemistry and Physics.
Jessie
Teacher
My passion for teaching and working one-on-one with students led me to Sylvan Learning Center. I'm an alumni of NIU with a degree in Biological Sciences, a minor in art, and a background in secondary education. I tutor students in Pre-Algebra, Algebra I/II, Geometry, Biology, Chemistry and Physics. It's exciting to have the opportunity to make a difference and see so many students reach their full potential.
Alan
Teacher
Alan is a NIU student pursuing his Teacher Certification in Biology and Chemistry to teach at the high school level.
"My experience working with students in the schools has been wonderful. I love to see the look on their face when they understand and can use a concept for their benefit."
Alan tutors students in Math Essentials, Study Skills, Pre-Algebra, Algebra I/II, Geometry, Pre-Calculus,Trig, Chemistry, and Biology.
Brita
Teacher
Brita is a NIU student working toward degrees in Psychology and History with teaching and adolescent studies certifications. Her goal is to do research in schools while teaching at the high school and college levels.
"My experience with children seems never-ending because I, myself, am a child at heart. I have always valued education as the best way to better our society. As Eleanor Roosevelt said, "it is today we must create the word of the future." "
Brita tutors students in Math Essentials, Study Skills, Pre-Algebra, Algebra I/II and Geometry.
Christina
Teacher
Christina is a NIU student pursuing degrees in Family and Child Studies and Nursing. She is in the National Society of Collegiate Scholars.
"I am excited to assist students in building their confidence, reach their fullest potential and be successful academically as well as in life. Just like the great Dr. Seuss said, "...And will you succeed? Yes indeed, yes indeed! Nighty-eight and three-quarters percent guaranteed. KID, you'll move mountains!" "
Christina tutors students in Study Skills, Math Essentials, Pre-Algebra, and Algebra I/II.
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