The Reading Teacher/Dyslexia Tutor

Introduction: I teach in a multi-sensory or VAKT (visual/auditory/kinesthetic-tactile) way. I am highly trained in Orton Gillingham. This reading/phonics based program is highly succcessful with all students, especially those with DYSLEXIA or language-based learning difficulties. It also works well with those students suffering with attentional difficulties as well. I possess approximately ten years experience in O.G. and over 25 years teaching children of all ages grade levels, in tutoring situations and in private and public schools. I utilize WILSON Reading System materials to test my students thoroughly prior to tutoring. The test results will verify SPECIFIC strengths and SKILL DEFICITS that the student has. The deficit skills will be directly taught in a multisensory way until they are "absorbed" or learned intimately. Much like learning to ride a bike,these skills will not be lost once internalized. My "calling" in life is to help struggling readers. Nothing pleases and encourages me more than to help lead students to a lifelong love of reading, which in turn, nurtures the student's self-esteem.