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Certified Tutor
4+ years
Candice
The Wilson Reading System's structured, multisensory approach to decoding requires a tutor who genuinely understands how English phonology and morphology work together. Candice's University of Chicago English degree gave her deep knowledge of the language's structure, and her experience in reading i...
The New School University
Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing
University of Chicago
Bachelor in Arts, English
Certified Tutor
10+ years
Aaron
I'm not tutoring or buried in my textbooks, you will either find me rock climbing at the Triangle Rock Club, playing Ultimate Frisbee, working on my car, or enjoying the great outdoors (beaches, mountains, forests--you name it, I love it). On rainy weekends I enjoy tinkering with computers and old e...
The University of Texas at Dallas
Bachelors, Mechanical Engineering
Duke University
Current Grad Student, Mechanical Engineering
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Mimi
I am an interdisciplinary educator with an Ed.M. from the Harvard Graduate School of Education and a B.A. from Dartmouth College. My background is primarily in integrated arts learning and museum education and I specialize in visual arts, history and art history, and object-based learning. In all su...
Harvard University
Masters in Education, Education
Dartmouth College
B.A.
Certified Tutor
10+ years
Nina
I am a recent graduate from a masters program in biostatistics at Columbia University. I received my Bachelor of Arts in biological sciences, with a focus in neurobiology at Northwestern University. In August, I will be starting a doctoral program in biostatistics at NYU. I was a teaching assistant ...
Columbia University
Masters in biostatistics
Northwestern University
Bachelor of Arts in biological sciences (focus in neurobiology)
Columbia University in the City of New York
Current Grad Student, Biostatistics
Certified Tutor
I am a graduate of Wesleyan University, where I received my Bachelor of Arts in Sociology with High Honors. With eight years of experience working in education, I've tutored students in math, science, history, and English, as well as helped students prepare for standardized tests. I've guided adults...
Harvard University
PHD, Education
Wesleyan University
Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
Certified Tutor
Christopher
I am a rising sophomore at Harvard College and am about to declare as a Mechanical Engineering concentrator, working towards a Bachelor of Science degree. I've always enjoyed sharing my knowledge with my peers and those around me and have done so in both formal and informal settings. I've been a tut...
Harvard College
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Certified Tutor
Liz
I am a graduate of Washington University in St Louis, where I received my Bachelor of Arts in History with minors in Humanities and Anthropology. Since graduation, I have worked as a tutor, teacher, and director of tutors at a charter public middle school in Boston. During this time I also received ...
Simmons College
Masters, Special Education: Mild to Moderate Disabilities 5-12
Washington University in St. Louis
Bachelor of Arts in History (minors in Humanities and Anthropology)
Certified Tutor
Charles
I am a junior Mechanical Engineering major at Yale, and I hope to become a Naval Aviator after college. I am also a varsity sailor, and enjoy playing music with friends when I can get some free time. I have been tutoring my fellow students throughout my entire academic career, and I would best descr...
Yale University
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Certified Tutor
10+ years
Clara
I am tutoring I tend to ask my students to try to "teach" me concepts they are struggling with, or walk me through a problem that is challenging them, so that any conceptual mistakes or assumptions they are making become clear. In addition, I am a firm believer in never providing the answer to a spe...
Stanford University
Bachelors, Psychology
Certified Tutor
Michelle
I am proud to be a part of Varsity Tutors! I am originally from San Antonio, TX; I completed my undergraduate education at Rice University in Houston where I received a bachelor's degree in Biochemistry and Cell Biology. Currently, I am in my second year of medical school at Baylor College of Medici...
Baylor College of Medicine
Current Grad Student, M.D.
Rice University
Bachelor's in Biochemistry and Cell Biology
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Wilson Reading System is a structured literacy program designed to help students with dyslexia and other reading difficulties develop strong decoding and phonics skills. It uses a systematic, multi-sensory approach that teaches students how to recognize letter patterns, blend sounds, and build fluency—skills that form the foundation for confident reading and comprehension.
Wilson Reading can benefit students from upper elementary through high school, depending on their reading level and needs. It's particularly effective for students who haven't responded well to traditional reading instruction or who have been identified with dyslexia or reading disabilities. A tutor can assess your student's current skills and determine if Wilson Reading is the right fit.
Most students begin noticing progress in decoding accuracy and fluency within 4-8 weeks of consistent, personalized instruction. However, the timeline depends on the severity of the reading difficulty and how frequently your student receives tutoring. Regular practice between sessions accelerates results, and many students experience significant gains in confidence alongside measurable reading improvements.
During the initial session, a tutor will assess your student's current reading level, identify specific challenges with phonics or decoding, and discuss learning goals. This diagnostic approach helps the tutor create a customized plan using Wilson Reading techniques tailored to your student's needs, ensuring every session builds on their strengths.
Consistent practice between sessions is crucial for building automaticity and reinforcing the phonics patterns your student learns. Tutors typically provide guided practice activities and reading assignments that take 15-30 minutes, and this repetition helps cement skills much faster than tutoring alone. Your student's tutor can show you how to support practice at home in a way that feels manageable.
Look for tutors who have received formal training in the Wilson Reading System and ideally hold Wilson Reading certification. Experience working with students who have dyslexia or reading disabilities is also valuable. Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors in Phoenix who have the expertise to deliver structured literacy instruction effectively.
Wilson Reading is a specialized, evidence-based program with a specific sequence and methodology—it's not the same as general reading support or comprehension help. It focuses intensively on the phonetic foundation that struggling readers need, using structured lessons and multi-sensory techniques. This targeted approach is particularly effective for students with dyslexia or significant decoding gaps.
Varsity Tutors connects Phoenix families with tutors trained in the Wilson Reading System. Simply let us know your student's needs and reading level, and we'll match you with a qualified tutor who can provide personalized instruction. Getting started is easy—reach out today to discuss your student's specific challenges and goals.
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