Meet Our Team
Great Teachers Inspire
Our tutors and staff in Encinitas consist of passionate educators who love inspiring children to succeed. Warm, caring and great at relating to kids, our tutors in Encinitas know how to engage and motivate each child in a personal way—building confidence and smiles, as well as skills and better scores. We selectively choose tutors who know local curriculum and can link Sylvan lessons to what’s being taught in school.
Get to know our tutors and staff in Encinitas!
Bonnie Orphanos
Director of Education
Bonnie received a B.A. in Applied Mathematics with Scientific Programming at the University of California, San Diego, and then decided to share her knowledge with children. She received her teaching credential and M.A. from National University. Bonnie has worked with Sylvan Learning Centers since 1995 and appreciates how Sylvan programs and environment enable her to make a difference with students in ways that are virtually impossible in the public school setting. She firmly believes that the students’ successes are her successes, too. Bonnie’s personal interests include hiking, French language and culture, travel, photography, and playing music.
Brandon Khieu
Executive Director
Brandon comes to Sylvan with an M.B.A. in Management Technology and a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN. His most recent endeavors include being a technical leader and program manager for Hewlett Packard. He concurrently served as Vice Principal of Education for the Lac Hong Organization in San Diego CA. As a married man and father of four school-age daughters, Brandon has always been attentive to academic skills needed for school and life success. His personal interests include family activities, tennis, volleyball, and baking.
Start your child on the path to academic success today
Give us a call at (760) 230-0121 or fill out the form to discuss your child’s learning goals.
