Meet Our Team

Lynne Hudson

Executive Director/Owner

Lynne brings 20+ years of education and business experience to the Sylvan Learning locations she owns in both Salt Lake and Utah counties. Lynne has been a leader in a variety of industries including personnel and supplemental education. It is Lynne’s love of education and helping students realize their full potential that led her to Sylvan. When not at our centers, you are likely to find Lynne spending time with family and friends, hiking and enjoying time in the beautiful outdoors.

Bri Johnson

Center Director

Bri is the Center Director for Sylvan of Lehi/Orem. She has been a valuable member of our team for several years, starting her Sylvan career as the Assistant Center Director in Riverton. She then moved to her role of Area Assistant Director and now Center Director.

Bri knew education was the path for her from an early age, She has always been inspired by teachers, educators, and mentors in her life and decided early that she wanted to be that influential person for others.

Kayla Johnson

Lead Teacher

Kayla is an energetic, creative director with a drive for knowledge. She believes that there is nothing more valuable than the power of education. Kayla has loved working with children in the past and could not be more happy to be back in a position where she has the opportunity to impact our students! Outside of work, you can find her onstage performing Musical Theatre or snuggling up with her cat, Nova, reading a binge-worthy book series. Kayla can’t wait to see you at Sylvan!

Shellie

Teacher

Shellie has a gift for working with children. While she has many talents, her greatest joy is teaching young children how to read and has been with Sylvan of Lehi for over 5 years. When Shellie is not at Sylvan, she likes to be snuggled up on the couch with a good book with company from her new kitten. 

Amber

Teacher

Amber teaches in our Lehi and Orem centers. She loves teaching at Sylvan because she cares about the value of education and likes helping students see success. She has her Bachelors of Science from BYU. When Amber is not at Sylvan, her hobbies include learning Spanish, cooking, knitting, reading, and gardening. She believes children are likely to live up to what you believe of them.

Niki

Teacher

Niki has earned her degree from Utah Valley University. In teaching, her fulfillment comes from helping kids unlock their full potential. She enjoys being a student in life, has many interests, and knows the importance of developing a child’s love of learning. When Niki isn’t teaching Sylvan students she keeps busy in the great outdoors. She especially likes hiking and boating.

Xela

Teacher

Xela has earned both her BS and MS from BYU. She believes it’s so important to learn as much as we can to both improve ourselves and make positive contributions to the world. She caught the teaching bug in college where she spent time as a teaching assistant in grad school. She discovered her love of helping others learn. She likes playing tennis and pickleball, reading, and watching movies. Her favorite quote is by Benjamin Franklin – “An investment in knowledge pays the best interest.”

Chase

Teacher

Chase grew up in Utah County and attended Westlake High School, UVU, and University of Utah. He comes from a family of educators and has followed in their footsteps. Chase teaches math and coaches both track and cross country. When he isn’t teaching, Chase likes playing sports, video games, and studying psychology.

Mason

Teacher

Mason is a gifted math teacher. He earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Statistics with a Minor in Applied Data Analytics from Utah Valley University. Mason believes that learning and the love of learning brings depth and appreciation of things that cannot be attained without it. He teaches at Sylvan because he wants to contribute in his community and help individual students who need it. Mason enjoys writing, classical literature, playing his guitar, and country swing dancing.

AJ considers himself a perpetual learner, always looking to learn more. In his journey, he has learned to take great joy and fulfillment in helping others do just the same. AJ has grown up here in Lehi and will earn his degree in Biology and The Philosophy of Science at the University of Utah in 2027. He enjoys teaching all subjects but is especially gifted in Math and Science. His favorite quote is “Education is not preparation for life; education is life itself.” – John Dewey. AJ enjoys philosophy, reading, gardening, hiking, ballroom, weighlifting.