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Julia

Certified Tutor

7+ years

Julia

AM
Julia's other Tutor Subjects
Orton Gillingham Reading

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...

Education

Johns Hopkins University

AM

Vassar College

AM

Sapna

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Sapna

MSW
Sapna's other Tutor Subjects
Orton Gillingham Reading

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...

Education

Monash University

MSW

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Molly

AM
Molly's other Tutor Subjects
Certified Reading Intervention
Orton Gillingham Reading

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...

Education

McDaniel College

AM

York College

AM

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Julie Fe

Bachelor
Julie's other Tutor Subjects
Elementary School Math
Elementary School Reading
Orton Gillingham Reading

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...

Education

University of Notre Dame

Bachelor

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Mimi

Masters in Education, Education
Mimi's other Tutor Subjects
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra
Elementary School Math

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...

Education

Harvard University

Masters in Education, Education

Dartmouth College

B.A.

Test Scores
SAT
1560

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Aaron

Current Grad Student, Mechanical Engineering
Aaron's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Calculus 2
Calculus
Algebra

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...

Education

The University of Texas at Dallas

Bachelors, Mechanical Engineering

Duke University

Current Grad Student, Mechanical Engineering

Test Scores
SAT
1530

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Nina

Masters in biostatistics
Nina's other Tutor Subjects
Statistics Graduate Level
Statistics
Calculus
Algebra

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 ...

Education

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

Test Scores
SAT
1550

Certified Tutor

Reid

PHD, Education
Reid's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

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...

Education

Harvard University

PHD, Education

Wesleyan University

Bachelor in Arts, Sociology

Test Scores
ACT
32

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Solange

Bachelor in Arts (Sociology & Women's Studies)
Solange's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
ACT Writing
Public Speaking

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...

Education

Harvard University

Bachelor in Arts (Sociology & Women's Studies)

Test Scores
ACT
34

Certified Tutor

Charles

Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Charles's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra
Algebra 3/4
Trigonometry

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...

Education

Yale University

Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering

Test Scores
SAT
1440
ACT
34

Frequently Asked Questions

Orton Gillingham is a structured, multisensory approach to reading instruction that's particularly effective for students with dyslexia and other reading difficulties. It teaches phonics systematically through explicit instruction in letter sounds, syllable patterns, and word structure—helping students build a strong foundation in decoding. The method engages multiple senses (visual, auditory, kinesthetic) to reinforce learning, making it especially powerful for students who haven't responded well to traditional classroom instruction.

Orton Gillingham addresses the root causes of reading struggles by teaching phonemic awareness, phonics, and decoding in a highly structured, sequential way. For students in Rochester who fall behind in reading, personalized 1-on-1 Orton Gillingham instruction allows tutors to move at your child's pace, identify specific gaps, and build confidence through mastery of each skill before moving forward. This targeted approach often produces measurable improvements in fluency, comprehension, and overall reading confidence.

In a typical Rochester classroom with an average student-teacher ratio of 12.8:1, teachers often use mixed reading approaches and move through curriculum at a set pace—which doesn't always work for students who need more explicit, systematic phonics instruction. Personalized Orton Gillingham tutoring provides one-on-one attention, allowing tutors to customize lessons to your child's specific learning style, repeat concepts as needed, and use multisensory techniques that reinforce learning in ways large-group instruction cannot.

Orton Gillingham can be effective for students from early elementary through high school, and even adults—the key is identifying reading difficulties early. Students in Rochester typically benefit most when they start intervention in grades 1-3, but older students and teens can absolutely catch up and build strong reading skills with consistent, personalized instruction. The approach adapts to each student's current level and learning needs, regardless of age.

While Orton Gillingham was originally developed for students with dyslexia, it's highly effective for any student who struggles with phonics, decoding, or reading fluency. Students in Rochester who have general reading delays, language-based learning differences, or simply haven't mastered foundational phonics skills benefit significantly from this structured, multisensory approach. Tutors can assess your child's specific needs and determine whether Orton Gillingham is the right fit.

Many students begin showing progress in phonemic awareness and decoding within a few weeks of consistent instruction, though the timeline varies based on the severity of reading difficulties and frequency of sessions. Most students benefit from regular sessions (typically 2-3 times per week) over several months to build solid foundational skills and see meaningful gains in fluency and comprehension. Varsity Tutors can connect you with tutors experienced in tracking progress and adjusting instruction to keep students moving forward.

Varsity Tutors connects students in Rochester with expert tutors trained in Orton Gillingham methodology. When you reach out, you can discuss your child's specific reading challenges, and we'll match you with a tutor who has the right expertise and teaching style for your family. Your first session is a great opportunity to see how the tutor works with your child and whether the approach is a good fit.

In the first session, the tutor typically assesses your child's current reading level, identifies specific areas of difficulty (like phonemic awareness, letter-sound correspondence, or decoding), and learns about your child's learning style and interests. This foundation helps the tutor create a personalized plan and begin building a strong rapport with your student. You'll get a sense of how the tutor explains concepts and whether the multisensory, structured approach resonates with your child.

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