Award-Winning Susan Barton Tutors
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Susan Barton
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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, mount...

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 educ...
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. I...
Reid
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,...
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 subje...
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 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 th...
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 Biochemist...
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...
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, a...
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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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