Meet Our Team
Great Teachers Inspire
Our tutors and staff in Lima and Wapakoneta consist of passionate educators who love inspiring children to succeed. Warm, caring and great at relating to kids, our tutors in Lima and Wapakoneta 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 Lima and Wapakoneta!
Gina Kreinbrink
Center Director
As Center Director, Gina leads the marketing and public relations for Sylvan of Lima, Wapakoneta & Delphos. Her primary role is to provide information to parents and the public about services we have to offer. A former teacher, Gina chose a career in the tutoring business because she loves to help kids succeed. She studied at The University of Findlay where she received both her Bachelor in Science in Education and her Masters in Education. When Gina isn’t at Sylvan, you’ll find her spending time with family and friends.
Stephanie Johnson
Director of Education
Stephanie oversees the educational integrity of our programs, managing and training our team of tutors in Lima. A former teacher from Tallahassee, Florida, Stephanie brings a wealth of knowledge to Sylvan of Lima. She graduated from Flagler College where she received her Bachelors of Science in Elementary Education and Exceptional Student Education. When Stephanie isn’t at Sylvan, you’ll find her spending time with her family or enjoying a good book.
Emily Daniel
Tutor
Emily is a substitute teacher in Lima, OH with a gift for working with kids. While Emily has many tutoring talents, she finds the greatest joy in reading tutoring and watching our young students develop their early reading skills. She studied at The Ohio State University where she received her Bachelor of Science in Education. When Emily isn’t at Sylvan, you’ll find her enjoying time with family and her pets.
Rachael Wilson
Tutor
Rachael is an amazing tutor with a gift for working with kids. From Geometry help to our Academic Reading program, Rachael enjoys sharing her love for learning. She studied at Regent University as well as the University of Toledo, earning several degrees from a Bachelors to a Juris Doctor Degree. When Rachael isn’t at Sylvan, you’ll find her spending time with her family.
Rosario Montano
Tutor
Rosario is a middle school teacher in Lima, OH with a passion for helping kids succeed. Her love of education and helping kids all over the Lima area has made her an amazing tutor that has helped students excel at all they do. Rosario finds great joy in reading tutoring and helping kids develop those early building blocks. She studied at The Ohio State University. When Rosario isn’t at Sylvan, you’ll find her spending time with her family.
Stacia Profit
Tutor
Stacia is an Intervention Specialist in Lima, OH with a gift for working with kids. She enjoys being able to connect with students to help provide them with the personalized instruction they need. While Stacia has many tutoring talents, she finds the greatest joy in math tutoring. She studied at the University of Bluffton. When Stacia isn’t at Sylvan, you’ll find her spending time with her family and enjoying boating season on the Auglaize River.
Nathan Tucker
Tutor
Nathan is an amazing teacher from Columbus Grove, OH. He has special expertise in helping our early readers and has a great ability to relate to kids. He earned his degree from Central Christian College. When Nathan isn’t at Sylvan, you’ll find him enjoying a quiet moment with his coffee and good book.
Michael Guidera
Tutor
Michael brings to Sylvan invaluable tutoring experience. Graduating from Bluffton University, he has an amazing talent for working with kids of all ages and making learning fun and personal. While Michael has many other tutoring talents, he finds the greatest joy in math & science tutoring. When Michael isn’t at Sylvan, you’ll find him reading and playing wth his cat, Milo.
Audree Crites
Tutor
Audree is a teacher from Findlay City Schools, sharing her gifts and many talents with our Sylvan students. Bringing years of teaching experience at all grade levels with her, Audree has an amazing ability to turn a student’s “I can’t” into “I can!” She carries her gifts of kindness and patience to every student she works with. Audree enjoys teaching many subjects, but math is her favorite. She has studied at The Ohio State University as well as Wright State University. When Audree isn’t at Sylvan, you’ll find her enjoying the outdoors and spending time with her family.
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