Meet Our Team
Great Teachers Inspire
Our tutors and staff in Midland and Odessa consist of passionate educators who love inspiring children to succeed. Warm, caring and great at relating to kids, our tutors in Midland and Odessa 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 Midland and Odessa!
Martha Stuart
Executive Director/Franchisee
Martee has been with Sylvan Learning of Midland/Odessa since the very beginning, 1985. As a long time teacher, she wanted to provide more, to the students, than a normal classroom could offer. She has watched the center grow and mature into what it is today. Her children and grandchildren have benefited from the programs available at Sylvan.
Bachelor of Science, Education
Advanced Certification, EarlyChildhoodEducation
40+ years of Sylvan Experience
David Lumpkin
Center Director
As Center Director, David leads the team at the Sylvan Learning Center of Midland/Odessa, and has been since 1996. He has been married to his wife, Adriana, since 1995. Their two children have grown up in the Center, starting with basic Reading skills and now moving on to Algebra and Geometry. When David is not at Sylvan he spends his time with family, at the gym, and hiking.
Bachelors of Science, Biology
History and Education Minors
Texas Certified teacher since 1996
30+ years of Sylvan experience
Janet Stephens
Assistant Director
Janet has been in education for over 40 years. She still loves teaching students to read and become confident students by zeroing in on specific skills needed. Janet loves to garden and walk her dog in her spare time. She is a member of First Baptist Church. On her days off, she also teaches private piano lessons. Janet also loves spending time with friends and family and spoiling her grandchildren.
Bachelor of Science in Education
Masters of Education specializing in Reading
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