Meet our Waco Tutoring Staff

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Great Teachers Inspire

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

  • STEPHANY ZAPATA, Executive Director

    STEPHANY ZAPATA

    Executive Director

    As Executive Director, Stephany works closely with the Center Directors to ensure all students get the best education possible. Stephany is a graduate of Baylor University with a Math Major with Secondary Education. Stephany also holds a certification in 8-12 Mathematics. Stephany has over 10 years of experience with supplemental education. When Stephany isn’t at Sylvan, you’ll find her playing with her son and dog, cooking and traveling to where the beach is.
  • CONNIE ARFELE, DIRECTOR

    CONNIE ARFELE

    DIRECTOR

    As Assistant Director of Education, Connie works closely with the Center Director to make each Sylvan experience a unique and uplifting learning opportunity. Connie is a graduate of Tarleton State University with a Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies with a minor in Special Education. She is also certified in Dyslexia, English as a second language (ESL), and Gifted and Talented (GT). Connie has 14 years of experience teaching 3-year-olds through adults with varying neuro abilities in every area of instruction. When not at Sylvan, Connie likes to fish, travel, and go to concerts with her family.
  • Faith Nunez, ASSISTANT DIRECTOR

    Faith Nunez

    ASSISTANT DIRECTOR

    Faith works closely with the Director to make sure we provide the best experience for your family. She is a graduate of Tarleton State University with a Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies with a focus on early childhood through 6th grade education. She is also certified in English as a second language. When not at Sylvan, Faith loves spending time with her husband and daughter. She also enjoys the outdoors, watching binge-worthy shows, and listening to music.
  • JENNIFER CHAUDOIN, CERTIFIED TUTOR

    JENNIFER CHAUDOIN

    CERTIFIED TUTOR

    Jennifer is a teacher at Sylvan Learning of Waco & Woodway. Jennifer holds a Bachelors in Elementary PK-4 and a Masters in English. She also holds certification in PK-4, Reading 4-8, ESL, Special Education, GT and Legacy Master Reading. She loves reading, running and watching sports in her free time.
  • Roger Hoelscher, Certified Tutor

    Roger Hoelscher

    Certified Tutor

    Roger is a tutor at Sylvan of Waco and Woodway. He holds a Bachelor's of Science from UMHB and is certified in Mathematics 6-12. Roger teaches Math at Sylvan. When not at Sylvan, Roger enjoys sports, walking, and jogging.
  • Justin O’Neal, Tutor

    Justin O’Neal

    Tutor

    Justin is a tutor at Sylvan of Waco & Woodway. He holds a BS in chemical engineering from Texas A&M, an MS in Mechanical Engineering from Texas A&M, and currently pursuing AAS Cyber Security from TSTC. At Sylvan, Justin enjoys teaching Math and Reading. When not at Sylvan, he enjoys running, weight training, reading, studying foreign languages, and cyber security organizations.
  • Carol McLaren, Tutor

    Carol McLaren

    Tutor

    Carol is a tutor at Sylvan of Waco & Woodway. She holds a Bachelor's of Arts from Baylor. At Sylvan, Carol enjoys teaching English, remedial math, history, and Spanish. When not at Sylvan, she enjoys reading, hiking, cooking, and needlework.
  • Madison Klement, Tutor

    Madison Klement

    Tutor

    Madison is a tutor at Sylvan of Waco & Woodway. She is currently pursuing her degree in EC-6 teaching. At Sylvan, Madison enjoys teaching K-12 Reading and K-6 Math. When not at Sylvan, she enjoys spending time with friends, reading, writing, and shopping.