Award-Winning Orton Gillingham Tutors serving Raleigh, NC

Private 1-on-1 tutoring, weekly live classes for academic support, test prep & enrichment, practice tests and diagnostics, and more to elevate grades and test scores.

1,000+
Schools &
Universities
98%
Satisfaction
10M+
Hours
Delivered
2x
Growth in
Proficiency
Get Started in 60 Seconds!

Who needs tutoring?

No obligation. Takes ~1 minute.

Julia
Verified Orton Gillingham Tutor

Julia

AM Johns Hopkins University
AM Vassar College
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 behi...

View Profile
Sapna
Verified Orton Gillingham Tutor

Sapna

MSW Monash University
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 ...

View Profile
Verified Orton Gillingham Tutor

Molly

AM McDaniel College
AM York College
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...

View Profile
Verified Orton Gillingham Tutor

Derek

PhD Walden University
MS Walden University
Middle School Math
High School Chemistry
High School English
Finance
10+ more

Hi there! I'm Derek and I'm passionate about helping students like you achieve their goals through engaging, customized learning experiences. Whether you're looking to deepen your understanding of a s...

View Profile
Verified Orton Gillingham Tutor

Julie

BA University of Notre Dame
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 ...

View Profile
Verified Orton Gillingham Tutor

Aaron

BA The University of Texas at Dallas
Current Grad Student, Mechanical Engineering Duke University
Pre-Algebra
Calculus 2
Calculus
Algebra
19+ more

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...

SAT Scores
Composite1530
View Profile
Verified Orton Gillingham Tutor

Mimi

MS Harvard University
BA Dartmouth College
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra
Elementary School Math
28+ more

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...

SAT Scores
Composite1560
View Profile
Verified Orton Gillingham Tutor

Nina

MS Columbia University
BA Northwestern University
Statistics Graduate Level
Statistics
Calculus
Algebra
20+ more

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...

SAT Scores
Composite1550
View Profile
Verified Orton Gillingham Tutor

Reid

PhD Harvard University
BA Wesleyan University
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra
32+ more

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,...

ACT Scores
Composite32
View Profile
Verified Orton Gillingham Tutor

Solange

BA Harvard University
Calculus
Algebra
ACT Writing
Public Speaking
28+ more

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...

ACT Scores
Composite34
View Profile

Testimonials

Because the right orton gillingham tutor makes all the difference.

4.9

Average Session Rating – Based on 3.4M Learner Ratings

Worked with an Orton Gillingham Tutor

Your customer interface is A+, being your agents or your site, The tutor you found for me is perfect, no formulas or canned lectures but easy flowing lecture addressing my needs. Congratulations for a job well done.

JA
Julio Aranovich
Worked with an Orton Gillingham Tutor

Heejin has been very patient with me. I work a full time job sometimes even on the weekends. It has been a slow process with my Korean classes, but Heejin has been wonderful and patient.

AH
Angela Hussein
Worked with an Orton Gillingham Tutor

My son has had many quality tutors through this convenient service, and he can hop on at any time of day to get support for a homework assignment or test. It's very convenient and effective.

TR
Tara R
Worked with an Orton Gillingham Tutor

I've been working with my tutor for a few months now and the progress has been remarkable. The personalized attention and tailored lessons made all the difference compared to in-classroom learning.

MC
Michael Chen
Worked with an Orton Gillingham Tutor

The flexibility of scheduling combined with the quality of instruction is unmatched. I can get help exactly when I need it, whether that's late at night or early in the morning before a test.

PP
Priya Patel
Worked with an Orton Gillingham Tutor

My daughter went from dreading her sessions to looking forward to them. The tutor made the material engaging and built her confidence in ways I never thought possible. Highly recommend.

RW
Rebecca Williams

Frequently Asked Questions

The Orton Gillingham method is a structured, multisensory approach to reading instruction that teaches students to decode words systematically by understanding letter-sound relationships and phonetic patterns. It's particularly effective for students with dyslexia or those who struggle with traditional reading instruction because it combines visual, auditory, and kinesthetic learning to build strong foundational skills. Students learn to recognize patterns, blend sounds, and develop fluency through explicit, sequential lessons tailored to their individual pace.

While many of Raleigh's 136 schools focus on balanced literacy approaches, not all classrooms use Orton Gillingham instruction. Personalized 1-on-1 tutoring using the Orton Gillingham method can fill gaps by providing intensive, individualized practice that addresses each student's specific reading challenges—something difficult to achieve in a classroom with a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Tutors can move at your student's pace, reinforce what's being taught in school, and target areas where they need the most support.

Students with dyslexia, reading delays, or difficulty with phonics and decoding are ideal candidates for Orton Gillingham instruction. It also helps students who haven't responded well to other reading programs, struggle with spelling and word recognition, or need explicit instruction in sound-symbol relationships. Even advanced readers can benefit from the method's structured approach to tackling more complex texts and building reading confidence.

During an initial session, a tutor will assess your student's current reading level, identify specific challenges with phonics and decoding, and understand their learning style. This foundation helps the tutor create a personalized lesson plan aligned with Orton Gillingham principles. You'll leave with a clear picture of where your student stands and what to expect in upcoming lessons.

Many students show noticeable progress in phonemic awareness, letter-sound recognition, and decoding within 4-6 weeks of consistent tutoring. More significant improvements in fluency and comprehension typically emerge over 2-3 months of regular instruction. Progress varies based on the severity of reading challenges, frequency of sessions, and how much practice happens outside tutoring, but the structured, systematic nature of Orton Gillingham often produces measurable gains faster than less targeted approaches.

Orton Gillingham tutoring is highly structured and sequential, moving step-by-step through phonetic concepts in a specific order, whereas classroom reading instruction often uses mixed approaches. Personalized 1-on-1 instruction allows tutors to spend as much time as needed on each concept, adjust pacing to your student's needs, and provide intensive practice without the constraints of teaching 20+ students at once. This individualized focus is especially powerful for students who need explicit, multisensory instruction to master reading skills.

Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who specialize in Orton Gillingham instruction and understand how to apply the method effectively with students of different ages and reading levels. When you reach out, you can specify that you're looking for Orton Gillingham expertise, and we'll match you with a tutor whose qualifications and experience align with your student's needs. Our tutors are familiar with North Carolina's curriculum standards and can integrate Orton Gillingham principles with what your student is learning in school.

Yes—Orton Gillingham is designed to strengthen both reading and spelling because they're taught together using the same systematic, phonetic approach. As students learn letter-sound relationships and phonetic patterns, they apply that knowledge to spell words correctly. Many students who struggle with spelling find significant improvement through Orton Gillingham tutoring because they're learning the underlying rules and patterns, not just memorizing word lists.

Let’s find your perfect tutor

Answer a few quick questions. We’ll recommend the right plan and match you with a top 5% tutor.

Prefer to talk? Call us