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Certified Tutor
7+ years
I have been an elementary and middle school teacher for the past 14 years, and enjoy working with all ages of students. My focus over the last few years has been to delve deeply into the science behind learning to read. As a result, I have become a Certified Orton Gillingham Instructor through the...
Johns Hopkins University
AM
Vassar College
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Certified Tutor
5+ years
I earned my Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Cardiff University, and have a Masters in Counseling from Monash University. Trained in the Orton-Gillingham approach to literacy, I am passionate and experienced in using a multi-sensory approach to tutoring students with dyslexia and other reading d...
Monash University
MSW
Certified Tutor
5+ years
I received my degree in Elementary Education from York College of Pennsylvania. I then attended McDaniel College where I received a masters degree in reading and became a Reading Specialist. My love for teaching reading continued and I furthered my education at Mount Saint Mary's University for tr...
McDaniel College
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York College
AM
Certified Tutor
2+ years
Julie Fe
I am a graduate of Bachelor in Elementary Education with a major in Special Education. Currently, I am pursuing my graduate degree in Special Education. I am a licensed teacher, and I have 9 years of teaching experience, both in-person and virtually. I am most interested in helping students with lea...
University of Notre Dame
Bachelor
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
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
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
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
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
Orton Gillingham is a structured, multisensory approach to reading instruction that emphasizes phonics, phonemic awareness, and the alphabetic principle. Unlike traditional classroom reading methods that often use whole-word recognition, Orton Gillingham teaches students to decode words systematically by understanding letter-sound relationships. This approach is particularly effective for students with dyslexia or reading difficulties, as it provides explicit, sequential instruction that builds strong foundational skills.
For students in Albany, personalized Orton Gillingham instruction addresses reading gaps that may not be fully resolved in the classroom setting. With an average student-teacher ratio of 14.7:1 across Albany's 13 school districts, many students benefit from one-on-one attention focused specifically on their reading challenges. Tutors can work at each student's pace, reinforce classroom learning, and provide targeted strategies that accelerate progress in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Orton Gillingham is designed to help students who struggle with phonemic awareness, decoding, spelling, and reading fluency. Common challenges include difficulty blending sounds, reversing letters or words, struggling to recognize sight words, and slow reading speed. The method's systematic, multisensory approach—combining visual, auditory, and kinesthetic learning—helps students build automaticity and confidence in reading skills they may have found frustrating.
During the initial session, a tutor will assess the student's current reading level, identify specific strengths and areas for improvement, and discuss goals with the student and parent. The tutor may administer informal assessments to understand phonemic awareness, decoding skills, and reading fluency. From there, a personalized instruction plan is developed that aligns with Orton Gillingham principles and the student's individual needs.
Orton Gillingham is effective for students in elementary through high school, and even adults. While early intervention in elementary grades is ideal for building strong foundations, students at any age can benefit from this structured approach. Whether a student is in 2nd grade and just beginning to read or a high schooler working to improve fluency and comprehension, personalized Orton Gillingham instruction can be tailored to their grade level and reading goals.
Classroom reading instruction must serve diverse learners at varying levels, while personalized tutoring focuses exclusively on one student's needs and pace. A tutor can spend as much time as needed on specific phonetic patterns, adjust the difficulty level in real-time, and use multisensory techniques tailored to how that student learns best. This individualized approach often leads to faster progress and greater confidence, especially for students who haven't responded well to standard classroom methods.
Most students begin to show measurable improvement in decoding and fluency within 4-8 weeks of consistent tutoring, though the timeline depends on the severity of the reading difficulty and frequency of sessions. Consistent practice—typically 2-3 sessions per week—combined with reinforcement at home accelerates progress. Long-term gains in reading confidence, spelling, and comprehension continue to build as students develop stronger foundational skills and apply them across all reading contexts.
Varsity Tutors connects you with qualified tutors who specialize in Orton Gillingham instruction and understand the needs of Albany students. When you reach out, you'll be matched with a tutor based on your student's specific reading challenges, grade level, and learning style. The process is straightforward—share your student's goals and challenges, and you'll be connected with an expert tutor ready to create a personalized instruction plan.
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