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Certified Tutor
4+ years
Candice
I am an English instructor dedicated to enriching the lives of my students. I hold a BA in English Language and Literature from The University of Chicago and an MFA in Creative Writing from The New School. Over the years, I have merged my love of language and literature with my long-standing commitm...
The New School
Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing
University of Chicago
Bachelor in Arts, English
Certified Tutor
5+ years
I am a recent graduate of Tulane University. I received a B.A. in English (with a concentration in creative writing) as well as a B.A. in political science. I have extensive experience working as a tutor for a wide range of ages. I currently tutor international students ages 4-16 in English. For two...
Tulane University of Louisiana
Bachelor in Arts, English
Certified Tutor
8+ years
Jakob
Hello! I am a medical student who recently graduated with degrees in biochemistry and neuroscience from the University of Wisconsin - Madison.While I am capable at helping students with specific content in their classes, I feel that my strengths are in helping students to optimize their studying and...
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry
Medical College of Wisconsin
Doctor of Medicine, Alternative and Complementary Medicine and Medical Systems, General
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Susan
I am excited to help elementary and middle school students (online or in person) in the area of reading and writing. Especially those that struggle with reading, as I have worked with not only my own children in this area, but students who have fallen behind or just need that extra ENTHUSIASM with r...
Carroll University
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration and Management
Certified Tutor
Kristin
Greetings, I am Kristin and i am a certified teacher. I have been teaching for five years and 2 of those years on an online platform. I enjoy reading, crafting, and educating. Education is my passion, aside from my children it is my most favorite thing. I enjoy growing minds and making an impact. My...
Liberty University
Bachelor of Science, Applied Psychology
Certified Tutor
Jayme
I am a New York State Certified Teacher. I am an alumni of SUNY Albany where I received my Bachelor's Degree in English Studies. Further, I am a recent graduate of Saint Joseph's College. It is there that I received a Master's Degree in Early Childhood Education. I became certified to teach Birth to...
Saint Josephs College-New York
Master of Science, Early Childhood Education
SUNY at Albany
Bachelor in Arts, English
Certified Tutor
5+ years
Kayla
Hello! My name is Kayla, and I am prospective elementary school teacher! I am entering into my senior year at Duquesne University with a major in Early Childhood Education and a minor in Spanish. I have experiences tutoring in various subjects, and am very passionate about helping others learn! Alth...
Duquesne University
Bachelor of Education, Early Childhood Education
Certified Tutor
10+ years
Soham
I am currently a college student at Rutgers University - New Brunswick studying aerospace engineering, and I have a huge passion for helping anyone in any way I can. I have previously worked as a tutor in my high school and local community programs, and the subjects I tutor are elementary school mat...
Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Bachelor of Engineering, Aerospace Engineering
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Dawn
Tutoring has always been one of my supreme passions. I believe in blending academic work with play: scientific curiosity with artistic enthusiasm--and the results have always paid off.I started tutoring privately, as a college student. I worked with one little girl from the ages of 7-11, tutoring he...
SUNY Purchase
Bachelor in Arts, Literature
SUNY at Binghamton
Doctor of Philosophy, English
Certified Tutor
14+ years
Malcolm
The power of an inspiring teacher is often understated, and in my own experience, it has been my mentors who have lifted me up and inspired me to work harder, learn from my failures, and believe in myself. I hope to be a guiding presence in the life of my students, helping them achieve their goals w...
University of Southern California
Master of Science, Cellular and Molecular Biology
University of California-Santa Cruz
Bachelor of Science, Cellular and Molecular Biology
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Frequently Asked Questions
Reading intervention is targeted, intensive support designed for students who are struggling with foundational reading skills like phonics, fluency, comprehension, or decoding. Unlike general classroom instruction, reading intervention focuses specifically on closing gaps in these core areas through personalized strategies tailored to each student's needs. For students in Mission Viejo, this means working with a tutor who can identify exactly where reading challenges originate and address them directly.
Students often struggle with phonemic awareness, decoding multisyllabic words, reading fluency, and comprehension—especially when processing complex texts. Some students have difficulty with letter-sound relationships, while others read slowly or skip over important details. A tutor can diagnose which specific area is holding a student back and build targeted strategies to strengthen that skill, whether it's sounding out words more efficiently or understanding what they're reading.
Your first session is an opportunity for a tutor to understand your child's reading strengths and challenges. The tutor will likely assess current skills through informal reading activities, ask about past struggles, and listen to your goals. This information helps create a personalized plan focused on the specific areas that need support, so every session after that targets real progress.
Many students see noticeable progress within 4-6 weeks of consistent, focused tutoring—especially in fluency and confidence. However, the timeline depends on the severity of the gap and how frequently your child receives support. Regular practice between sessions accelerates results, and a tutor can suggest activities to reinforce skills at home.
Look for tutors with expertise in reading science, phonics, and evidence-based intervention methods like Orton-Gillingham or structured literacy approaches. Ideally, they have experience working with students who have similar challenges to your child's. Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who have demonstrated expertise in reading intervention and a track record of helping students build strong foundational skills.
Absolutely. Reading comprehension improves significantly once foundational skills like decoding and fluency are strong. A tutor can teach comprehension strategies like predicting, questioning, visualizing, and summarizing to help students engage more deeply with text. For students in Mission Viejo, this means moving beyond just reading words to actually understanding and retaining what they read.
Read aloud together regularly, ask your child questions about what they've read, and encourage them to read for pleasure at their level. Your tutor will suggest specific activities and practice strategies tailored to your child's goals. Consistency matters—even 15-20 minutes of focused practice several times a week reinforces skills learned during tutoring sessions.
Pricing for reading intervention tutoring varies based on the tutor's experience, your location, and how frequently your child receives sessions. Varsity Tutors works with tutors at different experience levels to offer flexibility. Contact us to discuss your needs and get matched with a tutor whose rates fit your budget.
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