Meet Our Team

Anna Ostmann

CENTER DIRECTOR

Director

As Center Director, Anna Ostmann leads day to day operations for Sylvan of Springfield. A former Writing Center Coordinator and Writing Tutor, Anna chose a career in the tutoring business because she wanted to help students with their education outside the traditional classroom environment. She studied at Lindenwood University and has special expertise in English Language Arts and History. Enthusiastic and cheerful, Anna has a great ability to relate to kids. When Anna isn’t at Sylvan, you’ll find her reading or working on her latest crochet project.

Phil Ross

CENTER DIRECTOR/OWNER

As an Owner, Phil leads operations for Sylvan of Springfield. A RF engineer by trade, Phil chose a career in the tutoring business because he wanted to help our families and kids in the community gain knowledge and confidence.  He studied at The University of Missouri-Rolla, and UIS-Springfield, earning his M.B.A.  When Phil isn’t at Sylvan, you’ll find him spending time with his wife, Vanessa, and two kids, Flynn and Oliver Ross.

Vanessa Ross

Center Director/Owner

As Center Director, Vanessa leads operations for Sylvan of Springfield. A Project Manager by trade, Vanessa chose a career in the tutoring business because she wanted to help families and kids build confidence and knowledge.  Vanessa studied at Truman State University, and UIS-Springfield, earning her M.B.A.. When Vanessa isn’t at Sylvan, you’ll find her spending time with her family, her husband Phil and two kids, Flynn and Oliver Ross.

Angela Ramsey

Tutor

Angie is a tutor in Springfield, IL with a gift for working with kids. While Angie has many tutoring talents, she finds the greatest joy in reading tutoring. She studied at Eastern Illinois University and Western Illinois University. When Angie isn’t at Sylvan, you’ll find her spending time with family and friends.

Robbie Rosenbery

Tutor

Robbie Rosenbery is a remote tutor at Sylvan in Springfield, IL. While Robbie has many tutoring talents, she finds the greatest joy in reading tutoring. Robbie holds a masters degree from SIU Carbondale. She is also a certified teacher and reading specialist at the grade school she attended as a child. When Robbie isn’t working with children, you can find her spending time with her husband and supporting her three daughters in their endeavors. She and her family love all sports but especially softball and gymnastics. 

TJ Andrews

Tutor

Thomas is a tutor in Springfield, IL with a gift for working with kids. While Thomas has many tutoring talents, he finds the greatest joy in mathematics tutoring. He studies at Southern Illinois University of Edwardsville. When Thomas isn’t at Sylvan, you’ll find him playing video games or working on schoolwork.

Theron Yates

Tutor

Theron Yates is a Data Engineer in Springfield, IL.  He has a gift for working with kids. While Theron has many tutoring talents, he finds the greatest joy in mathematics tutoring.   He studied at Illinois College.  When Theron isn’t at Sylvan, you’ll find him coaching baseball, exploring new places/restaurants, or taking dogs to the park.

Sarah Kunz

Tutor

Sarah Kunzis an Instructor in Springfield, IL with a gift for working with kids. While Sarah has many tutoring talents, she finds the greatest joy in reading and writing tutoring. She studied at Western Illinois, UIS, and Benedictine University.  She earned her MAED. When she is not tutoring, you will find her spending time with family and friends.

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Carlleen Benoit

Tutor

Carlleen is a teacher/tutor in Springfield, IL with a gift for working with kids. While Carlleen has many tutoring talents, she finds the greatest joy in writing and English tutoring. She studied at MacMurray College and University of Illinois-Springfield. When Carlleen isn’t at Sylvan, you’ll find her playing volleyball, reading, and cuddling with her dog, Sly.

Macy Fleetwood

Tutor

Macy is a tutor in Springfield, IL with a gift for working with kids. While Macy has many tutoring talents, she finds the greatest job in math and reading tutoring. She studied at Indiana State University. When Macy isn’t at Sylvan, you’ll find her exploring the city, reading, or spending time with her mom and her dog.

Rhett Gairani

Tutor

Rhett is a tutor in Springfield, IL with a gift for working with kids. While Rhett has many tutoring talents, he finds the greatest joy in math tutoring. He studied at University of Illinois at Springfield. When Rhett isn’t at Sylvan, you’ll find him camping, hiking, and spending time in the great outdoors.

Tashlyn Humes

Tutor

Tashlyn Humes is a paraprofessional in Springfield, IL with a gift for working with kids. While Tashlyn has many tutoring talents, she finds the greatest joy in reading tutoring. She is studying at Grand Canyon University. When Tashlyn isn’t at Sylvan, you’ll find her spending time with her family, crocheting, and reading.

Brian Biggs

Tutor

Brian Biggs is a teacher in Springfield, IL with a gift for working with kids. While Brian has many tutoring talents, he finds the greatest joy in Math  tutoring. He studied at Concordia University. When Brian isn’t at Sylvan, you’ll find him Camping or watching my kids play numerous sports.

Maggie Joos

Tutor

Maggie is a tutor in Springfield, IL, with a gift for working with kids. While Maggie has many tutoring talents, she finds the greatest joy in math tutoring. She studied at University of Illinois-Springfield. When Maggie isn’t at Sylvan, you’ll find her reading, working out, and playing soccer.

Kathryn Petty

Tutor

Kathryn is a reading tutor in Springfield, IL. with a gift for working with kids. While Kathryn has many tutoring talents, she finds the greatest joy in reading tutoring. She studied at Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville. When Kathryn isn’t at Sylvan, you’ll find her spending lots of time with her sons and especially her grandson.

Kaleigh Meyer

Tutor

Kaleigh is an instructor in Springfield, IL with a gift for working with kids. While Kaleigh has many tutoring talents, she finds the greatest joy in math tutoring. She studies at Lincoln Land Community College. When Kaleigh isn’t at Sylvan, you’ll find her playing soccer or spending time with her cats.