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5+ years
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 ...
Tulane University of Louisiana
Bachelor in Arts, English

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
AM
York College
AM
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
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
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
10+ years
Clara
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...
Stanford University
Bachelors, Psychology
Certified Tutor
8+ years
Solange
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...
Harvard University
Bachelor in Arts (Sociology & Women's Studies)
Certified Tutor
Christopher
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...
Harvard College
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
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Frequently Asked Questions
Certified Reading Intervention is a specialized, evidence-based approach to helping students who struggle with reading skills like decoding, fluency, and comprehension. Unlike general reading support, it uses structured diagnostic assessments to identify specific gaps and targets those areas with proven intervention techniques. Tutors trained in reading intervention work systematically to build foundational skills that struggling readers need to succeed.
With an average student-teacher ratio of 15.8:1 in Harrisburg's 11 school districts, many students don't get the individualized attention needed to catch up on reading skills. Personalized 1-on-1 reading intervention provides targeted practice in phonics, word recognition, fluency, and comprehension strategies tailored to your child's specific needs. This focused approach helps students build confidence and close reading gaps before they fall further behind.
The first session typically includes a comprehensive assessment to understand your child's current reading level, strengths, and specific challenges—whether that's decoding, fluency, comprehension, or a combination. The tutor will explain their findings and work with you to set realistic goals. From there, personalized instruction begins, using evidence-based strategies matched to your child's learning style and needs.
Reading intervention tutors work with students who struggle with phonemic awareness, phonics, decoding multisyllabic words, reading fluency, and reading comprehension. They also help students who have difficulty with vocabulary development or struggle to understand what they read even when they can decode words. If your child reads slowly, loses focus while reading, or avoids reading altogether, intervention can help identify and address the underlying cause.
Many students show noticeable progress within 4-6 weeks of consistent, personalized instruction—especially in fluency and confidence. However, the timeline depends on the severity of the reading gap and how frequently your child receives tutoring. Regular sessions combined with practice at home accelerate progress. A reading intervention tutor can give you a more specific timeline after the initial assessment.
Look for tutors who have specialized training in reading intervention methods like Orton-Gillingham, Wilson Reading System, or other evidence-based approaches. Many hold certifications from organizations that focus on reading science and intervention. They should understand the components of reading (phonics, fluency, comprehension, vocabulary, and phonemic awareness) and know how to assess and address specific reading difficulties.
Most students benefit from 2-3 sessions per week for meaningful progress, though frequency can be adjusted based on your child's needs and schedule. Consistency matters more than intensity—regular practice helps build automaticity in reading skills. Your tutor can recommend a frequency that works best for your child's specific challenges and learning pace.
Varsity Tutors connects you with qualified reading intervention tutors in the Harrisburg area who can provide personalized instruction based on your child's specific needs. Simply share details about your child's reading challenges and goals, and you'll be matched with an expert tutor experienced in evidence-based intervention strategies. You can start with a single session to see if it's a good fit.
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