Meet Our Team

Sherri Graham

Center Director

As Center Director, Sherri coordinates all center activity and leads the Sylvan staff. Sherri is a former Teen Program Director and Western Washington University graduate who believes a career in the tutoring business is where she can best change the lives of children. Providing that positive change for developing minds is her greatest passion, but when she’s not at Sylvan you’ll find playing with her three dogs, reading a great book, watching an Everett Silvertips game, catching the 5th Avenue’s latest play with her daughter, or spending time at home with her husband.

Debra Erickson

Director of Education

As Director of Education, Debra oversees the educational integrity of our programs by managing and training our team of tutors in Stanwood. As a former substitute teacher in Stanwood School District and a graduate of Washington State University, Debra brings a wealth of knowledge to Sylvan of Stanwood. When Debra isn’t at Sylvan, you’ll find her lounging with her chocolate lab, Lucy, combing the beach for the latest treasures brought in with the tide, or cooking hot, healthy meals for her three children.

Jeff Herman

tutor

Jeffrey Herman graduated from IADT-Sanford Brown College 2016 with a Bachelors of Arts degree in Fine Art, desiring to become a game designer and artist. During that time he studied English and History extensively, leading him toward a career of teaching. He is now currently enrolled in college again seeking a Master’s degree in English Education with the intent of teaching at a University in the future. In his off hours he enjoys painting and writing music, assuming his cat Reggie allows him to get anything done.

Seth Hills

tutor

Seth Hills graduated from Grand Canyon University in Arizona with a major in Secondary Education and a minor in History. He currently works as a sixth grade Social Studies teacher at Port Susan Middle School, in Stanwood, WA. Seth is a native of the Stanwood/Camano area, graduating from Stanwood High School in 2000. He is passionate about education and is blessed to be able to serve the Stanwood/Camano community. When he has free time, he enjoys skiing, fishing, golfing, and traveling the world with his son Benjamin. Seth is excited to bring laughter, friendship, and a positive attitude to the Sylvan team.

Elisa Killian

tutor

Elisa is a graduate of San Diego Christian College, where she received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology with a Minor in Counseling. She is an active duty military spouse, and a mom of two elementary aged kids. She thrives on making a difference with each student she interacts with, and especially loves teaching phonics and early reading. In her free time, you will find her hiking, swimming, paddle boarding, or simply cheering on her kids at their sporting events.

Jane Mosteller

Tutor

Jane is a second grade teacher at Elger Bay Elementary School in Camano Island, WA. She is a graduate of Western Washington University and has worked at Sylvan of Stanwood since November 2004. Jane has 16 years of educational experience and enjoys teaching a variety of subjects, including reading, writing, and study skills. In her free time, Jane enjoys cooking, dancing, reading, and traveling.

Joy Omlid

tutor

Joy began her teaching career as a Teacher’s Assistant in the Arlington School District, where she fell in love with education! She returned to school to receive her Para Education Certificate from Skagit Valley College. She also has a Certificate of Completion from the Destiny International School of Ministry. She enjoys being with kids and encouraging them to believe in themselves and be successful! When she’s not at work, you’ll find her hiking, biking, swimming, boating, fishing, painting art, or playing in the waves at the ocean.

Ronda Russell

Tutor

Ronda Russell has been teaching in one way or another since she was 13. As a pre-K-12 teacher, she has taught everything from preschool to high school shop class. Her favorites are English and Theatre. She also loves using her Library certification. Ronda often costumes the local high school theatre productions; she and her husband can always be found working their local business—the UPS Store. Being avid readers, they’ve teamed up with the Lions Club to give books away at events. With one daughter working in politics in CA, and the other working toward her PhD in Canada, they share their property with two cats, two ducks and five chickens. They also foster for Everett Animal Shelter.

Bob Berreth

Tutor

Bob has always been interested in mathematics and its application to the physical sciences.  As such he received a BS degree in Electrical Engineering and a BS degree in Mathematics; both from the University of Washington.  He has professional registration in five states.

He has tutored students for decades.  Twenty years ago he received a MS degree in Education.  He received his certification from the state of Washington and is endorsed in secondary mathematics.

When not explaining the law of cosines, among other things he enjoys traveling and exploring.

Ken DeMoyse

Tutor

Ken has had a varied career beginning as a science teacher,  ending as a science/math teacher with a full career as an Air Force weather officer.  Having assignments around the world instilled in Ken a passion for travel that is in force today.  His other interests include skiing and fishing depending on the season as well as spending time with family and grandchildren.

Cody Hastings

Tutor

Cody’s journey into teaching began as a youth baseball coach, a role he held for ten years. Cody found great fulfillment in helping young athletes overcome challenges and achieve their goals. However, he realized that he wanted to make a broader and more meaningful impact on children’s lives, which inspired him to pursue a career in education.

Cody earned my Master’s degree in Teaching from Northwest University and has been an educator for the past five years. Currently, he teaches 4th grade at Lakewood Elementary School, where he strives to foster a supportive and enriching learning environment for his students.

Michelle Stang

Tutor

Michelle Stang is a recently retired elementary school teacher with over thirty years of experience in the Stanwood-Camano School District. She has a deep passion for working with children and helping them achieve their educational goals. In her free time, Michelle enjoys hiking, reading, making pottery, and spending quality time with her family.

Vanessa McNeil

Tutor

Vanessa McNeill fell in love with the Pacific Northwest and Puget Sound in the early 90’s, which eventually brought her to Stanwood. She and her son are now on their 4th year in the area.

In her 40s, as a single mom, she went back to College and received a BA in Psychology from the University of Montana and then received her Master’s from Montana State University as a Developmental Psychology Researcher. She became a business owner and Director for Pacific Northwest Social Scientists as a Continuing Education Provider focusing on research and development of classes, trainings, and workshops for licensed mental health, behavioral health, and addiction counselors, as well as nurses and licensed educators needing Continuing Education credits. www.pnwsocialscientists.com

She spends her free time scouring the Orca Network, waiting for reports of nearby whale sightings. Stanwood opens up a lot of passages that require being packed and ready with warm clothes, binoculars, and a full tank of gas!

She never imagined working directly with the kiddos, but she absolutely loves it and believes her background prepared her well!