Meet Our Team

Jamie Webb

Director of Business Operations

Jamie leads Sylvan Learning of NE Kansas in implementing smooth business operations across the franchise. A former teacher at Sylvan, Jamie chose to further his career in the tutoring business because he enjoys working with students, maximizing potential, and working with the community. He studied at the University of Kansas and has a degree in Elementary Education. When Jamie isn’t at Sylvan, you’ll find him watching sports, doing outdoor activities, and spending time with friends and family.

Kirstin Palermo

Center Director

Kirstin leads Sylvan Learning of NE Kansas in implementing educational operations and ensuring the academic growth of every student. Previously the Director of Education at Overland Park Sylvan, Center Director of preschools in Johnson Co, Ks, and former teacher in Wichita Public Schools, Kirstin brings a wealth of knowledge to Sylvan. She graduated from Wichita State University in Wichita, KS with a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education and obtained her Master’s Degree in School Counseling from Emporia State University. When Kirstin isn’t at Sylvan, you’ll find her spending time with her daughter and family, camping, and scrapbooking.

Diane C

Certified Teacher

Diane is a teacher in Lawrence, KS with a gift for working with kids. While Diane has many tutoring talents, she finds the greatest joy in reading, science and social studies tutoring. Diane’s favorite thing about Sylvan is for students realizing they are capable of learning and that learning is fun. She studied at KU and KSU earning a PhD in curriculum & Instruction, Master of Arts in Elementary Education with a focus in Curriculum & Instruction Gifted certification and a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education. When Diana isn’t at Sylvan, you’ll find her  reading, exercising, taking care of horses and farm, gardening and learning anything interesting.

Juan R.

Certified Teacher

Juan is a teacher in Lawrence, KS with a gift for working with kids. While Juan has many tutoring talents, he finds the greatest joy in math tutoring. He studied at Emporium State University earning an Degree in English Education and currently transferring to KU to work on a second Bachelor’s in Mechanical engineering, he also is TEFL certified. The greatest thing about Sylvan is the ability to help leaners of all ages and backgrounds succeed and accomplish their goals. When Juan isn’t at Sylvan, you’ll find him drawing/painting, playing the guitar, reading/writing, running and traveling .

Katy H.

Certified Teacher

Katy is a teacher in Lawrence, KS with a gift for working with kids. While Katy has many tutoring talents, she finds the greatest joy in Math tutoring. Katy’s favorite thing about Sylvan is the individualized instruction. She studied at Baker University and Benedictine College earning a Bachelor’s in Elementary Education and a Master’s in Education. When Katy isn’t at Sylvan, you’ll find her reading, writing, and diamond painting.

Logan B.

Certified Lead Teacher

Logan is a lead teacher in Lawrence, KS with a gift for working with kids. While Logan has many tutoring talents, she finds the greatest joy in reading tutoring. She graduated from the University of Nebraska Lincoln and is now studying at the University of Kansas School of Law. When Logan isn’t at Sylvan, you’ll find her hiking, doing arts and crafts, and playing board games.

Sarah B

Certified Teacher

Sarah is a talented teacher from Lawrence, KS who has a gift for working with children. Although she is skilled in many areas of tutoring, Sarah finds the most joy in teaching math. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education K-6 and a Master of Education in Instructional Design & Technology from Baker and Sam Houston State, respectively. Sarah believes that the best thing about Sylvan is how it helps children improve their academic skills and boosts their confidence. This confidence is essential for kids as they face new learning challenges in the future. When she is not at Sylvan, Sarah enjoys spending time with her children and participating in various activities with them. She also likes to travel.

Dylan W.

Certified Sylvan Tutor

Dylan is a tutor in Lawrence, KS, with a gift for working with kids. While Dylan has many tutoring talents, he finds the greatest joy in History and Social Studies tutoring. He studied at Butler Community College and KU, earning an associate’s degree. According to Dylan, the best thing about Sylvan is providing another resource for children in need. When Dylan isn’t at Sylvan, you’ll find him watching and playing sports.

Bo X.

Certified Upper Math Tutor

Bo is an Upper Math Tutor in Lawrence, KS with a gift for working with kids. While Bo has many tutoring talents, he finds the greatest joy in math tutoring. He studied at the University of Kansas, earning a master’s degree in aerospace engineering. According to Bo, the greatest thing about Sylvan is how we help prepare the next generation of students to chase their dreams. When Bo isn’t at Sylvan, you’ll find him playing soccer or tennis, working out, playing video games, or rock climbing.

Skyler K.

Certified Teacher

Skyler is a teacher in Lawrence, KS with a gift for working with kids. While Skyler has many tutoring talents, he finds the greatest joy in philosophy and language arts tutoring. He studied at UMKC for his undergraduate degree and KU for his Ph.D., earning a BA and MA in Philosophy and a certification in Secondary Education for Language Arts. According to Skyler, the greatest thing about Sylvan is that it provides students and families with the means to reach their students’ goals. When Skyler isn’t at Sylvan, you’ll find him creating writing, playing chess, and going to the movies.

Caleb is a math tutor in Lawrence, KS with a talent for working with kids, particularly in mathematics. He enjoys the individualized and small group setting that Sylvan provides, allowing him to cater to the unique needs and interests of each student. Caleb is currently pursuing a master’s degree in mathematics at the University of Kansas. Outside of tutoring, he enjoys activities such as listening to music, cooking, weightlifting, and writing short stories.

Allison H.

Certified Teacher

Allison is a teacher in Lawrence, KS, with a talent for working with children. While Allison has many tutoring skills, she finds the greatest joy in teaching mathematics. She earned her Bachelor of Education Degree from Washburn University and is certified to teach K-6 and 5-8 mathematics. Allison appreciates Sylvan’s positive attitude towards student achievements. When she isn’t at Sylvan, you’ll find her gardening and learning to restore her ’67 Mustang.