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I am trained in Fundations, Orton Gillingham, and certified in the Wilson Reading System. I am also trained in Reading Mastery, a tier 3 reading intervention. Please reach out if you have any questions about specific programs. Thank you!
I am trained in Fundations, Orton Gillingham, and certified in the Wilson Reading System. I am also trained in Reading Mastery, a tier 3 reading intervention. Please reach out if you have any questions about specific programs. Thank you!
My daughter had another teacher for her dyslexia that she worked with for over three years. Within four months of lessons my daughter has surpassed what she had done with the other teacher in three years! She is progressing really... - Kathy, 64 lessons with Iliana

Chicago, IL
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, helping them develop essential reading and spelling skills. I utilize...
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, helping them develop essential reading and spelling skills. I utilize...

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, 977 lessons with Christina

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

Orton Gillingham, Wilson Reading, 95%, Sounds & Syllables certified.
Orton Gillingham, Wilson Reading, 95%, Sounds & Syllables certified.

I have a passion for teaching reading, writing, and math to students who may be need extra support and or require extensions for their learning. I am certified in Orton Gillingham reading program and use a systematic hands on approach for...
I have a passion for teaching reading, writing, and math to students who may be need extra support and or require extensions for their learning. I am certified in Orton Gillingham reading program and use a systematic hands on approach for...

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...

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

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 am a certified Wilson Dyslexia Practitioner and Orton Gillingham trained. I am currently offering virtual tutoring sessions. I graduated from the University of Pittsburgh with a bachelor’s degree in Natural Science. I completed my...
I am a certified Wilson Dyslexia Practitioner and Orton Gillingham trained. I am currently offering virtual tutoring sessions. I graduated from the University of Pittsburgh with a bachelor’s degree in Natural Science. I completed my...
Love that Ms.Shawnie is patient and that my son likes her so it is a win win situation as he is kind of against learning as he has had such a challenge with Dyslexia. He is learning a lot and I cant wait to see his progress in th... - Sherie, 16 lessons with Shawnie

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 a Master's degree in education from Columbia University's Teachers College. My special education certificate from Brooklyn College will be complete this Fall. I am also trained in the Orton-Gillingham method for reading, writing, and...
I have a Master's degree in education from Columbia University's Teachers College. My special education certificate from Brooklyn College will be complete this Fall. I am also trained in the Orton-Gillingham method for reading, writing, and...

Orton Gillingham and Science Of Reading aligned Reading Tutor. I tutor using a multi-sensory approach to make learning to read fun and engaging. Use a variety of excellent programs and curriculums that help facilitate learning.
Orton Gillingham and Science Of Reading aligned Reading Tutor. I tutor using a multi-sensory approach to make learning to read fun and engaging. Use a variety of excellent programs and curriculums that help facilitate learning.
My seven year old loves Leslie and enjoys working with her. He has gained confidence and loves to learn with her. He has already made progress in such a short time and we could not be happier with her time and support of our son. ... - Kayla, 146 lessons with Leslie

I spent 60 hours of coursework on the Orton Gillingham approach and 82 hours tutoring a supervised practicum from a fellow from the Orton Gillingham Academy. I have tutored 900+ hours on and off of Wyzant using OG. I love using...
I spent 60 hours of coursework on the Orton Gillingham approach and 82 hours tutoring a supervised practicum from a fellow from the Orton Gillingham Academy. I have tutored 900+ hours on and off of Wyzant using OG. I love using...

I received my teacher certifications in P-3 and K-5 from the Kean University, State of New Jersey. I specialized in the Science of Reading Orton-Gillingham multi-sensory way of teaching reading, plus I am currently enrolled in my Level 1...
I received my teacher certifications in P-3 and K-5 from the Kean University, State of New Jersey. I specialized in the Science of Reading Orton-Gillingham multi-sensory way of teaching reading, plus I am currently enrolled in my Level 1...

I have taught early readers since I became a certified teacher in 2002, working with students in kindergarten through 3rd grade. I use a structured and sequential approach to teaching phonics. Although I am not trained in Orton Gillingham,...
I have taught early readers since I became a certified teacher in 2002, working with students in kindergarten through 3rd grade. I use a structured and sequential approach to teaching phonics. Although I am not trained in Orton Gillingham,...
We had only one session with Ellen so far, but I really liked what she did. She mixed up the session so it went by fast and my son didn't seem to get bored. I think Ellen will be a big help to him and can't wait to see his growt... - Michele, 25 lessons with Ellen

I have been teaching for the past 7 years and have a wide variety of experience working with students with special needs. I am also a licensed Orton Gillingham Dyslexia Therapist and have successfully walked students through the program....
I have been teaching for the past 7 years and have a wide variety of experience working with students with special needs. I am also a licensed Orton Gillingham Dyslexia Therapist and have successfully walked students through the program....
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

I have over 25 years of experience in the field of special education. I am trained in teaching the Lindamood method of reading as well as the Orton Gillingham method. I have worked with students of all differences and learning needs. In...
I have over 25 years of experience in the field of special education. I am trained in teaching the Lindamood method of reading as well as the Orton Gillingham method. I have worked with students of all differences and learning needs. In...

I have been an elementary teacher for 18 years. I currently teach first grade. I am trained in Orton Gillingham as well as Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling. I use Fundations and Heggerty in my classroom to support...
I have been an elementary teacher for 18 years. I currently teach first grade. I am trained in Orton Gillingham as well as Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling. I use Fundations and Heggerty in my classroom to support...

Trained in Orton Gillingham, a multi sensory, research based teaching method for students struggling with reading and writing. It was specifically crafted for those struggling with dyslexia. I have also recently completed continuing...
Trained in Orton Gillingham, a multi sensory, research based teaching method for students struggling with reading and writing. It was specifically crafted for those struggling with dyslexia. I have also recently completed continuing...
My son did 3 lessons so far with Ms Pina and he loves her. She is good with kids and makes learning fun. She keeps me informed about the topics she will be covering and always on time too. I would recommend her. - Vaishali, 17 lessons with Giuseppina

I’m trained through Orton Gillingham Academy with experience teaching Wilson Reading, SPIRE, Fundations, and using IMSE materials. I am a NYS certified teacher with a masters degree in Reading & Literacy, birth - 12th grade. In...
I’m trained through Orton Gillingham Academy with experience teaching Wilson Reading, SPIRE, Fundations, and using IMSE materials. I am a NYS certified teacher with a masters degree in Reading & Literacy, birth - 12th grade. In...

I have studied the Orton Gillingham method for tutoring students with dyslexia. I have six graduate credits from St. John's University in Queens, NY in educational counseling focusing on the Orton Gillingham course. A second...
I have studied the Orton Gillingham method for tutoring students with dyslexia. I have six graduate credits from St. John's University in Queens, NY in educational counseling focusing on the Orton Gillingham course. A second...
Regina is amazing with my son who has dyslexia. She is very patient with him and he has made so much progress within this last year of tutoring. He went up 5 reading levels in this one year and in the past he would only go up one ... - J, 67 lessons with Regina

I am an experienced online reading and writing tutor specializing in structured literacy for elementary students. I use an Orton-Gillingham–based approach to support phonics, spelling, reading comprehension, and written expression. I work with...
I am an experienced online reading and writing tutor specializing in structured literacy for elementary students. I use an Orton-Gillingham–based approach to support phonics, spelling, reading comprehension, and written expression. I work with...

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, 72 lessons with India

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
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