I have a Master's Degree in Reading from the University of Virginia. I have been tutoring children for many years. Most recently I was the reading specialist at Chesterbrook Academy. There I used the Wilson Reading program and specialized in teaching reading, spelling and writing. The Wilson Reading System is phonics-based. I believe learning phonics is invaluable to learning to read. My students learn how to read fluently and with confidence. I have been a tutor on Wyzant's platform for...
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Highly recommended tutor for emergent or struggling readers
Our family had a wonderful tutoring experience with Margaret K. She tutored both of my first graders who needed additional help with phonics blends (putting together the individual letter sounds). Margaret is an expert in Wilson’s Fundations and since my children had learned that methodology in school, it was important to me to continue with that approach. She quickly diagnosed the different weaknesses of my children and created different lesson plans for each one. Margaret was thoroughly prepared for each session and very methodical in her approach. She does an excellent job of maintaining the children’s focus and attention during the session. Margaret also provided little assignments for the children to complete outside the sessions in order to review the skills she had taught them; those assignments were extremely helpful in building retention and making each subsequent session more productive. My children advanced their ability to sound out words and became more confident and fluent in their reading as a result of Margaret’s work with them. Their spelling also improved as they could more effectively identify the component sounds of each word. I highly recommend Margaret for emergent or struggling readers.
Sonal, 24 lessons with Margaret
Knowledgeable and effective tutor
Margaret is a wonderful tutor! My daughter is dyslexic and had reading trouble. She was really confused with spelling words. Margaret worked with her, and in no time, my daughter began spelling much better. My daughter finally stopped asking me to help her spell every little word. Spelling correlates with fluent reading. Margaret is excellent at teaching students how to use sounds. She is a very effective tutor, and you will see results!
Anika, 10 lessons with Margaret
Professional and insightful tutor
Margaret provides careful instruction focused on exactly where the students are at and gives good value of time. Focusing on maximizing the time with the student and encouraging them to get the most they can out of their time with her.
Joshua, 19 lessons with Margaret
Excellent Tutor for Dyslexia
Margaret has just started working with our severely dyslexic son and we have already seen improvements! We could not be happier with our choice.
Kerrie , 45 lessons with Margaret
Excellent Tutor for Dyslexia
Margaret has just started working with our severely dyslexic son and we have already seen improvements! We could not be happier with our choice.
Kerrie , 45 lessons with Margaret
Knowledgeable about dyslexia
My daughter has dyslexia, and it has been hard to find tutors with relevant experience and knowledge. I have high hopes for my daughter finally receiving the help that she needs!
Amanda, 26 lessons with Margaret
Knowledgeable and patient tutor.
My son enjoyed his first online lesson with Margo. We look forward to working more with her. She is knowledgeable in dyslexia and that is key. I believe she will help my son progress in reading.
Laura, 21 lessons with Margaret
Great teacher!
Our son is learning so much! We are very pleased with his progress under Margo’s care. He is well prepared for kindergarten.
Lori, 108 lessons with Margaret
Proficient and patient tutor
My son is a second grader in FCPS. He is passionate about creative writing and we hired Ms. Margaret to nurture that passion. Not only did she do that but she also helped with comprehension, composition, and spelling skills. She is a consummate professional to say the least. Each lesson has a well defined plan and homework assignments. She is punctual and provides a thorough summary after each session. My son looks forward to the Sunday afternoon sessions with her to cap his weekend activities. Because of her, he build story maps and produces richer narratives. Highly recommend!
Salman, 17 lessons with Margaret
Very good teacher!
Margaret taught English reading, comprehension, spelling and writing. In the first lesson she assessed my skills so I could know where I stand before we proceed further. Very good teacher!
Monica, 13 lessons with Margaret
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