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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
8+ years
Solange
I'm Solange - a recent graduate from Harvard where I studied Sociology & Women's Studies. I've been tutoring for eight years now, and have worked with a wide range of ages and in a wide range of subjects. Some of my specialties are college prep/test taking II worked in the admissions office on campu...
Harvard University
Bachelor in Arts (Sociology & Women's Studies)
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
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)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Susan Barton Reading System is a structured literacy approach designed to teach phonics, decoding, and reading comprehension through explicit, systematic instruction. It's based on the science of reading and focuses on helping students understand the foundational skills needed to become fluent, confident readers—especially beneficial for students who struggle with traditional reading instruction or have dyslexia.
While St. Louis's 40 schools across 9 districts use various reading curricula, not all implement the Susan Barton system. However, personalized instruction using the Susan Barton approach can complement whatever reading program your child's school uses, reinforcing phonics foundations and building reading confidence outside the classroom.
Students who struggle with phonics, have difficulty decoding words, read slowly, or have been diagnosed with dyslexia typically see significant gains with Susan Barton instruction. The system also works well for students who need more explicit, step-by-step instruction than traditional classroom teaching provides—especially valuable given St. Louis's average student-teacher ratio of 13.2:1.
During the initial session, a tutor will assess your child's current reading level, identify specific challenges (like phonemic awareness gaps or decoding struggles), and explain how the Susan Barton approach addresses those needs. This foundation helps create a personalized instruction plan tailored to your child's learning pace and goals.
Personalized 1-on-1 Susan Barton instruction allows tutors to move at your child's pace, spend extra time on challenging concepts, and provide immediate feedback—something difficult in a classroom setting. This targeted approach means your child gets explicit instruction in exactly the skills they need, without waiting for the class to catch up or moving on before mastering foundational concepts.
Many students begin showing measurable improvement in decoding and fluency within 4-8 weeks of consistent, personalized instruction. However, the timeline depends on your child's starting point and the intensity of tutoring—students working 2-3 times per week typically progress faster than those meeting once weekly, and foundational skills often improve before reading comprehension catches up.
While the Susan Barton system is most commonly used with elementary students, it's effective for any age struggling with foundational reading skills—including middle schoolers, high schoolers, and even adults. The approach works because it addresses the underlying phonics and decoding challenges that may persist regardless of grade level.
Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors in St. Louis who specialize in the Susan Barton Reading System and understand the specific needs of students in your area. When you get matched with a tutor, you'll be able to discuss your child's reading challenges, schedule personalized sessions that fit your family's routine, and track progress toward your reading goals.
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