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I have over 11 years of experience helping students of all ages strengthen their reading skills, from early decoding to advanced comprehension. My approach is grounded in structured literacy and Orton–Gillingham–inspired methods, using sequential, cumulative, and multisensory instruction to build decoding,...
I have over 11 years of experience helping students of all ages strengthen their reading skills, from early decoding to advanced comprehension. My approach is grounded in structured literacy and Orton–Gillingham–inspired methods, using sequential, cumulative, and multisensory instruction to build decoding,...
Ann is very kind, gentle spoken, knowledgeable, attentive, and patient tutor for my daughter. My daughter loves English, but struggled to focus on topics and book selections. She has been very caring and even follow up with little... - Masae, 47 lessons with Ann

Chicago, IL
I have a master's degree in education and have been a certified special education teacher working in the Chicagoland area for 13 years. As a distinguished special education teacher, I have worked with a wide range of students in various settings. I am a certified Orton Gillingham tutor and am passionate...
I have a master's degree in education and have been a certified special education teacher working in the Chicagoland area for 13 years. As a distinguished special education teacher, I have worked with a wide range of students in various settings. I am a certified Orton Gillingham tutor and am passionate...
Daniel is wonderful at explaining things to my daughter. He makes sure she is fully understanding the concepts. Able to help her make sense of things and learn in a way her teachers do not. Highly recommend for kids who don’t lear... - Kate, 18 lessons with Daniel

Near Chicago, IL
I offer individualized tutoring in person or online in the following subjects: Math, K-6: Level 1 AVMR (Math Recovery) certified Reading/Spelling, K-8: Dyslexia Specialist, Certified Academic Language Practitioner, trained in Orton Gillingham approach Writing, K-8 Spanish as a second language,...
I offer individualized tutoring in person or online in the following subjects: Math, K-6: Level 1 AVMR (Math Recovery) certified Reading/Spelling, K-8: Dyslexia Specialist, Certified Academic Language Practitioner, trained in Orton Gillingham approach Writing, K-8 Spanish as a second language,...
I was a little overwhelmed and not entirely sure what to do when my daughter's first-grade report card identified that she was approaching (not meeting) expectations in Phonological Awareness, Phonics and Word Recognition, Reading... - Mitchell, 987 lessons with Christina

I have experience teaching phonics using the All About Reading curriculum, a mastery-based curriculum that uses an Orton Gillingham approach. I can create my own phonics lessons as well.
I have experience teaching phonics using the All About Reading curriculum, a mastery-based curriculum that uses an Orton Gillingham approach. I can create my own phonics lessons as well.
Dana worked well with my freshmen college student. She helped her with organizational, study and test skills. She also helped her focus on critical areas for success in her English class. Dana's tutoring made for a successful seme... - Beth, 41 lessons with Dana

I have been trained in many research based literacy programs. I have been trained in Bartons Reading and Spelling program. Bartons reading program is influenced by the Orton Gillingham methodology. Orton Gillinham is a structured language...
I have been trained in many research based literacy programs. I have been trained in Bartons Reading and Spelling program. Bartons reading program is influenced by the Orton Gillingham methodology. Orton Gillinham is a structured language...

I have been working with students that suffer from dyslexia over the last six years. My interest in working with dyslexia and other language processing disorders has prompted me to go back to school to obtain the skills and degree, Masters of...
I have been working with students that suffer from dyslexia over the last six years. My interest in working with dyslexia and other language processing disorders has prompted me to go back to school to obtain the skills and degree, Masters of...
I brought my 6 year old 1st grader for reading/writing assistance, as she has been struggling with dyslexia. Before, my daughter would be frustrated with reading however after working with Jennifer, she is very enthusiastic about ... - Lin, 3 lessons with Jennifer

I have been teaching children and adults for over 30 years! I have a BS degree in Early Childhood Education (Pre-K to 3rd grade) as well as the Orton-Gillingham Plus reading certificate from IMSE. I earned my graduate certification in Applied...
I have been teaching children and adults for over 30 years! I have a BS degree in Early Childhood Education (Pre-K to 3rd grade) as well as the Orton-Gillingham Plus reading certificate from IMSE. I earned my graduate certification in Applied...

My background also includes being an Early Childhood (N-3) and Special Education (K-12) teacher. I have my masters degree in Educational Psychology. I am also certified in the Orton Gillingham (OG) multi-sensory approach to reading which...
My background also includes being an Early Childhood (N-3) and Special Education (K-12) teacher. I have my masters degree in Educational Psychology. I am also certified in the Orton Gillingham (OG) multi-sensory approach to reading which...
Patty is very experienced in ELA and phonics. She keeps my son very engaged throughout the full hour…which is a feat for us! She is patient and very responsive. My son has dyslexia and we have struggled to find a tutor who can tea... - Mirsini, 4 lessons with Patty

Orton Gillingham methods, Sonday System, Brainspring Phonics First and Structures trained.
Orton Gillingham methods, Sonday System, Brainspring Phonics First and Structures trained.
Although we hired Rebekah for a brief period, she was diligent in providing an assessment for my daughter the first day. She had knowledge of how she would provide instruction and I felt confident she was doing a good job. - Vania

Maria holds an MS Ed. degree from Bank Street College in Special Education, and is trained in Orton Gillingham method of instruction. Maria is a certified reading teacher, in addition, she has taken workshops at the Windward School with...
Maria holds an MS Ed. degree from Bank Street College in Special Education, and is trained in Orton Gillingham method of instruction. Maria is a certified reading teacher, in addition, she has taken workshops at the Windward School with...

In addition, I am very skilled at teaching decoding and comprehension strategies. I love tutoring because I can tailor my lessons to a student's specific learning style. I have completed Orton Gillingham training and am qualified to...
In addition, I am very skilled at teaching decoding and comprehension strategies. I love tutoring because I can tailor my lessons to a student's specific learning style. I have completed Orton Gillingham training and am qualified to...

I have successfully completed training in Orton Gillingham through the Institute for Multi-Sensory Education, covering both Comprehensive and Morphology levels. I have been using Orton Gillingham for five years and love the...
I have successfully completed training in Orton Gillingham through the Institute for Multi-Sensory Education, covering both Comprehensive and Morphology levels. I have been using Orton Gillingham for five years and love the...

I received the National Award for helping people with Dyslexia. Half of these people have ADHD. I am myself a student of Orton Gillingham. I have tutored many hundreds of people with Dyslexia.
I received the National Award for helping people with Dyslexia. Half of these people have ADHD. I am myself a student of Orton Gillingham. I have tutored many hundreds of people with Dyslexia.
He immediately figured out some basic issues and put us on the path to fixing them fast. He is clearly very knowledgeable, smart and kind. My son's unique style surprised him but didn’t stump him. He had awesome advice! We HIGHLY... - Karin

...reading fluency assessment. I have been trained by BSRI (Bay State Reading Institute). I am currently enrolled in an Orton Gillingham training program. ...
...reading fluency assessment. I have been trained by BSRI (Bay State Reading Institute). I am currently enrolled in an Orton Gillingham training program. ...
Caryn has helped my son with getting caught up for 1st grade reading. He has ADHD and it's hard for him to focus at home. He has fallen behind and needed some extra help. She is very professional, kind and Tanner has really benefi... - Laura, 16 lessons with Caryn

I am a certified Orton-Gillingham instructor with significant experience teaching this multisensory, structured literacy approach. My expertise lies in providing individualized instruction to students with dyslexia and other reading difficulties,...
I am a certified Orton-Gillingham instructor with significant experience teaching this multisensory, structured literacy approach. My expertise lies in providing individualized instruction to students with dyslexia and other reading difficulties,...

Certified Academic Language Practitioner (CALP) Completed a year-long Orton Gillingham training program through the Children's Dyslexia Center of Metropolitan Chicago Licensed Elementary Educator and Reading Specialist
Certified Academic Language Practitioner (CALP) Completed a year-long Orton Gillingham training program through the Children's Dyslexia Center of Metropolitan Chicago Licensed Elementary Educator and Reading Specialist

Hi! I’m Kim F., a passionate and patient phonics tutor with a deep love for helping young readers build strong literacy skills. I specialize in working with early learners (Pre-K to 3rd Grade) to develop foundational reading abilities through...
Hi! I’m Kim F., a passionate and patient phonics tutor with a deep love for helping young readers build strong literacy skills. I specialize in working with early learners (Pre-K to 3rd Grade) to develop foundational reading abilities through...

I have completed over 300 hours of training and supervised practicum through Fairleigh Dickinson University. I have tutored students with dyslexia for the past two years at the Children's Dyslexia Center in Scotch Plains, NJ. I am certified to...
I have completed over 300 hours of training and supervised practicum through Fairleigh Dickinson University. I have tutored students with dyslexia for the past two years at the Children's Dyslexia Center in Scotch Plains, NJ. I am certified to...

I am a certified elementary teacher. I have an Orton Gillingham endorsement.
I am a certified elementary teacher. I have an Orton Gillingham endorsement.
Ms. India has been an incredible tutor for our 3rd grader, and we are so grateful for her! At the start of the school year, our daughter was at the 18th percentile on the STAR reading assessment, and she has now grown to the 72nd... - Karen, 95 lessons with India

I am a certified special education teacher that also is trained in The Orton Gillingham reading methodology. I have over 7 years experience in successfully working with students with reading difficulties.
I am a certified special education teacher that also is trained in The Orton Gillingham reading methodology. I have over 7 years experience in successfully working with students with reading difficulties.

I am an Orton Gillingham Certified Literacy Tutor with more than twenty years of experience working with Dyslexic Students (K-4) and students who are performing significantly below grade level. I provide individualized, structured,...
I am an Orton Gillingham Certified Literacy Tutor with more than twenty years of experience working with Dyslexic Students (K-4) and students who are performing significantly below grade level. I provide individualized, structured,...

In addition to the in-depth knowledge in language development gained while studying and practicing as an SLP, I have received training in Orton-Gillingham through the Institute for Multisensory Education. In addition to the Orton Gillingham...
In addition to the in-depth knowledge in language development gained while studying and practicing as an SLP, I have received training in Orton-Gillingham through the Institute for Multisensory Education. In addition to the Orton Gillingham...
My daughter started working with Dulcie 7 months ago. We were both impressed with Dulcie's knowledge of teaching the concepts to meet my daughter's needs. On day one, Dulcie came with curriculum and a plan for how to teach my daug... - Erin, 60 lessons with Dulcie

I am a licensed Dyslexia tutor through the Dyslexia Training Institute. I create individualized lesson plans for each of my students based on their specific needs using the Orton Gillingham techniques. Not every dyslexia tutor is the same...
I am a licensed Dyslexia tutor through the Dyslexia Training Institute. I create individualized lesson plans for each of my students based on their specific needs using the Orton Gillingham techniques. Not every dyslexia tutor is the same...
Thanks to Rebecca’s tutoring, my child is catching up with spelling! She really struggled during the pandemic after a year of virtual school and is doing much better now. - Dorilyn, 25 lessons with Rebecca

Give your child the tools to succeed in reading with Dr. Kelly! As a certified Orton Gillingham Associate Practitioner and K–12 certified reading specialist with over 27 years of experience as both a classroom teacher and literacy...
Give your child the tools to succeed in reading with Dr. Kelly! As a certified Orton Gillingham Associate Practitioner and K–12 certified reading specialist with over 27 years of experience as both a classroom teacher and literacy...

...Academy, Washington Heights Expeditionary Learning School, and Teaneck Public Schools). I hold certification in the Orton Gillingham Technique for teaching dyslexic students who struggle with reading, writing and spelling. I am also certified in ...
...Academy, Washington Heights Expeditionary Learning School, and Teaneck Public Schools). I hold certification in the Orton Gillingham Technique for teaching dyslexic students who struggle with reading, writing and spelling. I am also certified in ...
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