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The People Behind the Progress

Meet the Edison team

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.

Rick Hernandez
Center director

Rick Hernandez

Center Director

As Owner and Center Director of Sylvan Learning of Edison, Rick oversees all center operations to ensure students receive the highest level of academic support. Formerly an executive in data analytics, he earned an MBA in Information Systems and brought a passion for problem-solving to education. Inspired to make a direct impact on students’ lives, Rick opened Sylvan of Edison to help kids build skills and confidence. Outside of Sylvan, he enjoys cycling, traveling, and exploring local food spots.

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Our Teachers

Rachel HernandezCenter Director

As a Sylvan Director, Rachel manages the social media and public relations for Sylvan of Edison. A former Hospitality and Event Planner, Rachel chose a career in the tutoring business because Sylvan helped Rachel during her school career and gave her a love of learning! Rachel studied Hospitality Management at Temple University. When Rachel isn’t at Sylvan, you’ll find her spending time with her family.

Nadia HernandezDirector of Education

Nadia oversees the educational integrity of our programs, managing and training our team of tutors in Edison. A former board-certified Behavior Analyst in Newark, Nadia brings a wealth of knowledge to Sylvan of Edison. She graduated from Endicott College. When Nadia isn’t at Sylvan, you’ll find her baking and walking her dog.

Come meet us in person

Stop by for a free Insight™ Assessment

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.

or give us a call(732) 875-7578
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