Interventions
Initial Assessment
Prior to meeting your student, we will have discussed strengths and weaknesses your child exhibits in the areas of reading, writing, and spelling. Should your child have a formal diagnosis/psycho-educational evaluation, I will study it and reference it often. If you would like me to reach out to your child’s school and teachers, I will gladly do so.
During our initial meeting, I will build rapport with your student and give the Gallestille-Ellis (GE) Assessment or Phonological Awareness Screening Test (PAST) to determine your child’s present levels and academic needs.
Communication
I like to briefly touch base with parents/guardians at the end of each lesson. You can support your child by reviewing what was taught during tutoring at home. If you would like, I can scan session notes/observations for your records and provide work samples and summaries to your child’s school. I respond to emails during the school day while I am not tutoring. I will always get in touch within 24 hours.
Location/Duration
Sessions last 55 minutes and take place during or after school.
I meet students in nearby libraries, other quiet spaces, or online.
I also tutor on location at Springer School and Center in Cincinnati, OH.
I will draft up a contract detailing a time and location with your family’s schedule in mind.
Parent Resources
Orton-Gillingham Academy – https://www.ortonacademy.org/
OGA principles, training, and membership requirements
International Dyslexia Association – https://dyslexiaida.org
General information about Dyslexia
Springer School and Center – https://www.springer-ld.org/
Center located in Cincinnati, OH
Learning Ally – https://learningally.org/
Audiobooks for struggling readers