Reading & Writing Specialist | 34 Years of Teaching Experience |

Joyce W.

Hi! I’m a veteran educator with 34 years of teaching experience and a Master’s Degree in Education. I’ve taught grades 2–5 for most of my career, along with 7 years teaching grades 6–8, giving me a deep understanding of what students need at every stage of elementary and middle school development.

My biggest passion is helping students become confident, capable readers and writers. I’ve spent decades supporting struggling readers, building foundational skills, and helping students find success in literacy through patient, individualized instruction.

Areas I specialize in:

• Reading intervention
• Struggling readers & confidence building
• Writing skills (organization, grammar, fluency)
• Reading comprehension strategies
• Homework help for grades 2–8
• Study skills & executive functioning
• Skill-building for students who feel “stuck” or discouraged

My Teaching Approach:

I begin by identifying each student’s unique strengths and areas for growth. From there, I create personalized lessons that build skills step-by-step and help students feel successful right away. I believe learning should be encouraging, engaging, and tailored to each child’s needs.

Parents appreciate my clear communication, structured instruction, and the consistent progress their children make. Students appreciate that I’m patient, supportive, and always focused on helping them feel more confident.

Whether your child needs reading intervention, writing support, or general academic help, I’m here to empower them with the tools, strategies, and confidence they need to succeed.

I look forward to supporting your child’s learning journey!