Meet Our Team

Harleen has led Sylvan Learning to thrive as the Executive Director of Fairfield, Vacaville, Napa and Walnut Creek. She was raised in Punjab, India and moved to San Jose, CA. Harleen has a Bachelors in Educational Studies (Early Education) and her Associates in Universal Studies (Liberal Studies). Education is extremely important to Harleen, and she thrives when she is able to help students reach their academic potential. With a decade worth of educational experience, she is able to develop strategies that best fit your child’s needs. When Harleen is not at Sylvan, she loves spending time with her daughter, gym, yoga, pet her dog & cat, take care of her plants, and color…creating special memories!

Carolyn

Reading, Math, Writing, Study Skills and Homework Support Teacher

Carolyn is an energetic and positive instructor. She graduated from UCLA with a Bachelors in Psychology, and a focus on child psychology. Her favorite part about Sylvan is the individualized support that caters to each student’s unique needs. When Carolyn is not at Sylvan you can find her working on creating a children’s book, and helping tutor adult literacy students.

Janet

Reading, Writing and Math Teacher

Janet is a skilled and experienced educator and has worked at Sylvan for over 13 years. She graduated with a degree in Elementary Education with a reading and kindergarten endorsement from Stephen F. Austin University, in Texas. She taught elementary school for years in Texas prior to making the big move to California where she was a substitute for Mount Diablo Unified School District. Janet loves watching students grow into their personalities and helping them advance in their skills. When she is not at Sylvan you can find her painting, traveling to the ocean, serving her church or watching baseball.

Brian

Upper-level Math, Homework Support, and SAT tutor

Brian is a skilled mathematician! He graduated from UC-Davis with a Bachelors in Mathematics. He is continuing his education with the goal of becoming a math professor. He has a passion for breaking down complex math concepts so that every student can experience the joys of math. His favorite part of teaching is when students have a “light bulb moment”, and he can see their eyes light up with understanding. When he is not at Sylvan you can find Brain enjoying time with friends and family.

Joanne is a reading, math, and writing instructor in Walnut Creek, CA. She has taught K-4th grade students in public and private schools in the Bay Area for many years. She was, also an elementary reading teacher at a local school. Joanne graduated from California State University San Francisco. When she is not at Sylvan, you’ll find her researching/writing historical fiction & biographies, singing, going to the beach, taking nature photos, and traveling.