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McKenna

Certified Tutor

5+ years

McKenna

Bachelor in Arts, English
McKenna's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
ACT Writing
ACT English

Two years of teaching elementary students who struggled with literacy gave McKenna firsthand experience identifying where decoding, fluency, or comprehension breaks down. She builds targeted exercises around phonemic awareness and sight-word recognition for younger readers, while older students get ...

Education

Tulane University of Louisiana

Bachelor in Arts, English

Molly

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

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

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

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

Liz

Masters, Special Education: Mild to Moderate Disabilities 5-12
Liz's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

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 ...

Education

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)

Test Scores
ACT
34

Certified Tutor

Michelle

Current Grad Student, M.D.
Michelle's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Pre-Calculus
Geometry
Calculus

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...

Education

Baylor College of Medicine

Current Grad Student, M.D.

Rice University

Bachelor's in Biochemistry and Cell Biology

Test Scores
SAT
1570

Certified Tutor

Christopher

Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Christopher's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus AB
College Algebra
Algebra 3/4
Trigonometry

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...

Education

Harvard College

Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering

Test Scores
ACT
35

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Clara

Bachelors, Psychology
Clara's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Trigonometry
Pre-Calculus
Middle School Math

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...

Education

Stanford University

Bachelors, Psychology

Test Scores
SAT
1510

Frequently Asked Questions

Certified Reading Intervention is a specialized, evidence-based approach to helping students overcome reading difficulties through structured, systematic instruction. Unlike general reading tutoring, it focuses on diagnosing specific reading gaps—such as phonics, fluency, or comprehension—and uses targeted interventions based on scientifically-proven methods. Tutors trained in reading intervention use detailed assessments to pinpoint exactly where a student is struggling and create a personalized plan to build foundational skills.

Students in Raleigh schools often struggle with phonetic decoding, reading fluency, and comprehension—especially when transitioning between grade levels or when foundational skills weren't fully developed earlier. Some students also face challenges with vocabulary development and understanding complex texts required in middle and high school. With Raleigh's 17 school districts serving over 63,000 students, reading needs vary widely, which is why personalized assessment and intervention are so valuable for identifying each student's specific challenges.

The process typically begins with a comprehensive assessment to identify your student's reading strengths and specific areas of need. From there, a tutor creates a customized intervention plan targeting those gaps—whether that's decoding, fluency, vocabulary, or comprehension strategies. Sessions focus on explicit, systematic instruction with frequent practice and feedback, allowing students to build confidence and see measurable progress over time.

Look for tutors who hold certification in reading intervention programs such as Wilson Reading System, Orton-Gillingham, or similar evidence-based approaches. Ideally, they should have training in reading science, phonology, and diagnostic assessment, along with experience working with students at your child's grade level. Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who have verified expertise in certified reading intervention and a track record of helping students improve their reading skills.

Many students begin showing measurable progress within 4-8 weeks of consistent, personalized instruction, though the timeline depends on the severity of the reading gap and how frequently your student receives tutoring. Research on intensive reading intervention shows that students who receive targeted, systematic instruction make significant gains when they practice regularly. Your tutor will track progress through regular assessments and adjust the intervention plan as needed to keep your student moving forward.

While reading intervention can help students at any grade level, early intervention is most effective—students in elementary school who receive targeted support often prevent more serious reading difficulties later. That said, middle and high school students can absolutely benefit from intervention, especially if foundational skills need reinforcement before tackling grade-level texts. The key is identifying the gap early and addressing it with systematic, personalized instruction tailored to your student's needs.

Yes—once foundational decoding and fluency skills are solid, tutors can help students develop strong comprehension strategies and analytical skills for understanding complex texts. This includes teaching students how to identify main ideas, make inferences, analyze character motivation, and support interpretations with evidence from the text. Personalized instruction allows tutors to address both the mechanics of reading and the higher-level thinking skills needed for literary analysis.

Your first session will typically focus on getting to know your student, understanding their reading history, and conducting an initial assessment to identify specific strengths and areas for improvement. The tutor will ask questions about what reading challenges your student faces, what they enjoy reading, and what goals you have for improvement. This information helps the tutor design a personalized intervention plan that addresses your student's unique needs and learning style.

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