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The People Behind the Progress

Meet the Tyler 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.

Carol Pope
Center director

Carol Pope

Franchisee Owner

As Franchisee owner, Carol leads the business, marketing, & school partnerships for Sylvan of Longview & Tyler. A former high school counselor, Carol chose a career in the tutoring business because she has a desire to work with families & students in a more intimate setting to help students gain confidence, overcome their struggles, and excel academically. She studied at Baylor University & received her BA in Education. She continued her education at Amberton University & received a Masters in School Counseling & a Masters in Professional Counseling. When Carol isn’t at Sylvan, you’ll find her spending time with her 3 children & family, enjoying the outdoors, and traveling with friends.

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Our Teachers

LaKeitha Goss
LaKeitha GossCenter Director

LaKeitha is the Center Director in Tyler, TX. She works hard to ensure that customers are well taken care of and happy with their Sylvan experience. She is a long-term and loyal employee and has been with the company for twenty-two years. When LaKeitha isn’t at Sylvan she enjoys spending time with family, friends, and traveling on a semi-truck to sight-see.

Holly Dunklin
Holly DunklinDirector of Education

Holly oversees the educational integrity of our programs, including the managing and training of our team of tutors in Tyler, TX. She is a former classroom teacher of 29 years and a Sylvan tutor for two years before becoming the Director of Education. Holly brings a wealth of knowledge to Sylvan Learning Center of Tyler, TX. She graduated from the University of Texas at Tyler with her Bachelor of Science in Mathematics and from Stephen F. Austin State University with her Master of Education in Educational Leadership. When Holly isn’t at Sylvan, you’ll find her spending time with family, shopping, or cooking.

Amy Sharp
Amy SharpTutor

Amy is an ELAR and Math tutor at Sylvan Learning Center in Tyler, TX. She finds the greatest joy in helping students overcome their struggles. Amy studied at the University of Texas and graduated with her Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies. When Amy isn’t at Sylvan, you’ll find her watching mysteries or relaxing by the pool.

Bryce Newsom
Bryce NewsomTutor

Bryce is a tutor at the Sylvan Learning Center in Tyler. He has been a tutor for approximately 3 years working with both math and reading subjects as well as writing. He studied history at the University of Houston Clearlake and received his bachelors in History. When he is not at Sylvan, you will find him drawing or participating in something competitive with others.

Charlotte McVay
Charlotte McVayTutor

Charlotte is a Sylvan tutor in Tyler, Tx with a gift for working with students. While Charlotte has many tutoring talents, she finds the greatest joy in tutoring reading or elementary math. She studied at Stephen F. Austin State University and graduated with her degree in early childhood education. When Charlotte isn’t at Sylvan, you’ll find her hiking or walking her dogs.

Doug Lundin
Doug LundinTutor

Doug is a 4th-12th grade math tutor at Sylvan Learning Center in Tyler, TX. He has taught Algebra 1 & 2 and is currently teaching Math 7 and Algebra 1. Doug studied at University of Missouri-Rolla and received his Bachelor of Science in Early Education. When he isn’t at Sylvan, you’ll find him reading history, historical fiction, or science fiction books.

Jennifer Brosang
Jennifer BrosangTutor

Jennifer has been a teacher in Tyler, Texas for over 20 years. She has had an opportunity to work with a variety of age groups but finds it a joy to teach elementary reading and math. Jennifer studied at both Tyler Junior College and Stephen F. Austin, where she received her Bachelor of Science in Education. When Jennifer is not at Sylvan, you will find her directing her high school dance students, spending time with her family and amazing friends, and traveling.

Joyce Taylor
Joyce TaylorTutor

Joyce is a Sylvan tutor in Tyler, TX with a passion for working with students. While Joyce has many tutoring talents, she finds the greatest joy in reading/English tutoring. She studied at the University of Texas at Austin and received her Bachelor of Arts in Government/History and English/ESL Certificate. When Joyce isn’t at Sylvan, she is spending her time reading.

Lynan Day
Lynan DayTutor

Lynan is a tutor at Sylvan Learning Center of Tyler, TX. Lynan has many tutoring talents which include tutoring in reading, writing, and Spanish. She studied at East Texas State University and graduated with her Bachelor of Arts in Spanish/English and her Master of Education in reading/secondary education. When Lynan isn’t at Sylvan, you’ll find her watching Netflix or spending time with her furry friends!

Sharon Cook
Sharon CookTutor

Sharon is a K-12 reading tutor at Sylvan Learning Center in Tyler, TX with a gift for working with students. Sharon finds the greatest joy in seeing students "light up" and in spending time with her family. She studied at the University of Houston and graduated with her Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education. When Sharon isn’t at Sylvan, you’ll find her reading her favorite books.

Tamika McLean
Tamika McLeanTutor

Tamika is a middle school math teacher in Tyler, TX with a gift for working with kids. While Tamika has many tutoring talents, she finds the greatest joy in reading, mathematics, and college prep tutoring. She studied at the University of Notre Dame receiving a Bachelor Degree in Computer Engineering and Psychology. When Tamika is not at Sylvan, you will find her traveling, reading books, hanging out with family and friends, or working at her church.

Trina Sanders
Trina SandersTutor

Trina is a reading, math, and language arts teacher in Tyler, TX. She has been an elementary teacher for 13 years. She studied at the University of Texas at Arlington and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Communications and Marketing and a Master of Arts in administration. When Trina isn’t at Sylvan, you’ll find her traveling, reading, or doing crafts.

Rhonda ClarkTutor
Reading
Ke'Asia Cook
Ke'Asia CookIntern
Carlos Quintanilla
Carlos QuintanillaIntern

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