Meet our Essex Junction Tutoring Staff

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Great Teachers Inspire

Our tutors and staff in Essex Junction consist of passionate educators who love inspiring children to succeed. Warm, caring and great at relating to kids, our tutors in Essex Junction 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 Essex Junction!

  • Leah LaClaire, Executive Director

    Leah LaClaire

    Executive Director

    As Executive Director, Leah leads all daily and educational operations for Sylvan of Essex. Leah has 15 years of experience with Sylvan. She chose a career in the tutoring business because she knows that education is everything and that Sylvan is the best! She studied at the Millersville University of Pennsylvania where she received a B.S.E in Secondary Education and The University of Vermont where she received an M.A. in History. When Leah isn’t at Sylvan, you’ll find her reading a good book, traveling with her family, or practicing the Italian language!
  • Eileen, Lead Tutor/Director of Education

    Eileen

    Lead Tutor/Director of Education

    Eileen is an instructor in Essex, VT with a gift for working with kids. While Eileen has many tutoring talents, she finds the greatest joy in math tutoring. She studied at The University of Vermont, St. Michael's College and JTS. When Eileen isn’t at Sylvan, you’ll find her studying ancient languages just for fun!
  • Jim, Tutor

    Jim

    Tutor

    Jim is a  tutor in Essex, VT with a gift for working with kids. While Jim has many tutoring talents, he finds the greatest joy in math tutoring. He studied at St. Michael's College. When Jim isn’t at Sylvan, you’ll find him reading a good book or taking a walk.
  • Mary, Lead Tutor

    Mary

    Lead Tutor

    Mary is a  tutor in Essex, VT with a gift for working with kids. While Mary has many tutoring talents, she finds the greatest joy in science tutoring. She studied at UVM. When Mary isn’t at Sylvan, you’ll find her riding horses.
  • Jack, Tutor

    Jack

    Tutor

    Jack is a tutor in Essex, VT with a gift for working with kids. While Jack has many tutoring talents, he finds the greatest joy in math tutoring. He studied at Lehigh University. When Jack isn’t at Sylvan, you’ll find him reading, researching or playing with his dog.
  • Emily, Tutor

    Emily

    Tutor

    Emily is a tutor in Essex, VT with a gift for working with kids. While Emily has many tutoring talents, she finds the greatest joy in reading and writing tutoring. She studied at Cornell University. When Emily isn’t at Sylvan, you’ll find her playing hockey with friends or working as a labor and employment law intern.