Certified teachers, local school know-how, and a director who reviews every student’s plan personally. These are the people your child will high-five on the way in.
As Center Director, Carrie works with families and staff to create a successful learning environment for all students. A teacher with over 20 years of experience in a variety of educational settings with students PreK-College. Carrie chose a career with Sylvan because she loves seeing students in a small learning environment where they feel safe to make mistakes and grow in confidence as well as knowledge and skills. She studied at North Central University where she earned a BA in Elementary Education. When Carrie isn’t at Sylvan, you’ll find her competing in triathlons, reading historical fiction books and enjoying the great outdoors.
While Randy has many tutoring talents, he finds the greatest joy in Math tutoring and passing along much-needed mathematical skills to the next generation. He has a 40 year background in applied mathematics. When Randy isn’t at Sylvan, you’ll find him writing a data science book and watching lots of baseball.
Becca comes to Sylvan with a wide variety of experience and skills. She has a Bachelor of Science in Recreational Therapy, a minor in Social Welfare and a Masters in Teaching Special Education. She has been teaching and working in special education for 10+ years in a variety of settings including the Minnesota Autism Center. She currently teaches Special Education in Burnsville. At Sylvan Becca, enjoys working with all students of various abilities levels and can help with academic skills plus help motivate and work with students who might be below level and need that extra dose of confidence and patience. When not at Sylvan, Becca enjoys spending time with her adult children when they are home, and hanging out with her multiple dogs and cats. She likes going camping, attending rodeos, reading and hiking.
Sarah graduated from the College of St.Benedict's with a Bachelor of Arts in Social Sciences and Secondary Education. Sarah has previously worked in a tutoring center as an instructor and assistant director. She has taught a variety of subjects from beginning reading to ACT prep. She enjoys working with students of all ages. Currently she works in early childhood development as a personal nanny for two very energetic and curious kids. When she isn't working she enjoys reading, watching documentaries, and spending time with her friends and family.
Come meet us in person
You’ll meet the team, tour the center, and leave with a clear picture of your child’s strengths and gaps — whether or not you enroll.
