Meet Our Team

Judy L.

Senior Center Director

Judy grew up in Valencia, California and currently lives in Koreatown with her family and two long-haired dachshunds. She graduated from the University of California, Berkeley, with a degree in Integrative Biology. After college graduation, she uncovered her talent and passion for teaching while working with students of all grade-levels. Tailoring lessons to meet individual needs and witnessing her students’ growth brought her immense joy. Whether in the classroom or private settings, she honed her craft, now comfortably able to teach any subject. Judy firmly upholds the belief that each child possesses not only the ability to learn but also the potential to succeed. In her eyes, it is the combined effort of educators and parents to uncover the best pathway for each student’s growth. As part of the Sylvan team, she aspires to create a positive impact on kids’ lives by nurturing their foundational skills, essential for thriving in school. Through this journey, she aims to elevate their confidence and foster the understanding that learning can be an enjoyable and rewarding experience. When she’s not at work, Judy enjoys spending time with her family, dogs, and significant-other, practicing her faith, playing the flute and piano, rollerblading, longboarding, and playing video games.

Jason J.

Director of Education

Jason graduated Summa Cum Laude from San Diego State University after double majoring in English and Women’s Studies, completing the English Honors Thesis Seminar, and earning a Certificate in Creative Writing. Literature has been at the core of his academic and professional interests for as long as he can remember, from the days spent reading chapter books in elementary school to the epic fantasy novels he enjoys today. Jason has taught for many years at the elementary, high school, and college levels with the goal of giving struggling students the tools, motivation, and confidence they need to be successful learners for the rest of their lives. When he’s not at work, Jason enjoys reading novels, writing stories, and teaching his cat to do tricks.

Charlotte M.

Center Assistant/Teacher

Charlotte is a teacher and Center Assistant at Sylvan of Glendale and has been with Sylvan since 2022. During the day, Charlotte works as a LAUSD literacy intervention instructor for K-3. With bachelor’s degrees in History of Art & Visual Culture and Cultural Anthropology, and a minor in Education, she hopes to pursue a position as an education specialist in the future. In her spare time, she enjoys visiting local art galleries and finding enriching cultural experiences through food and travel. If you have any book recommendations (of any reading level), send them her way!

Fabio M.

Regional Director

Fabio is the Regional Director for Sylvan and has been with the company for 7 years. In the Regional Director role, he oversees seven centers and is responsible for operations, sales, and ongoing training. Fabio attended UC Irvine where he graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Economics along with a Minor in Latin American Studies. He comes to Sylvan with over a decade of tutoring and directing experience. In 2018, he was nominated for the Center Director of the Year Award. This award spans all centers in North America. Fabio enjoys working with families in order to make an ongoing plan for success.

Todd C.

Executive Director

Todd is our Executive Director and has a life-long passion for helping kids achieve academic success.  Todd is the first to graduate from college in his family and served in the Marine Corp for twelve years.  He has been running learning centers since 1998 and he fully understands the impact a good education can have on a child’s life.  A native Southern California, Todd studied at Cal State Fullerton where he graduated Summa Cum Laude with a degree in Theater Arts. When Todd isn’t working he’s a full-time husband and Dad, driving his son from one practice to the next.  He fully understands what every parent goes through, trying to help their child become the best he or she can be.

Sara H.

Director of Marketing

Sara is the Director of Marketing for 8 Sylvan Learning centers in Southern California. In addition to overseeing all local digital marketing campaigns across her centers, Sara conducts and manages partnerships with school districts across Los Angeles. Sara’s passion for education began during her time at California State University, Long Beach, where she earned her Bachelor’s of Arts in English with an emphasis in Creative Writing. During her time in college, she studied abroad in Oxford England and taught English in South Korea. When she is not at Sylvan, she’s hiking and exploring the local mountains, hitting the beach, or scuba diving the Channel Islands.