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Certified Tutor
2+ 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
AM
Certified Tutor
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
2+ 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
2+ years
Emily
What sets Emily apart in reading intervention is her child development lens — her Master's in Child Development means she understands the cognitive and linguistic milestones that underpin reading acquisition, so when a student struggles with decoding or comprehension, she can connect it to the devel...
Montclair State University
AM
Certified Tutor
2+ 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
2+ years
Morgan
I am a graduate of the University of British Columbia. I received a Bachelor of Arts in History where I focused on colonial economic history in Africa and then decided to obtain a Bachelor of Education in Secondary Social Studies Education. I was very privileged to be able to travel extensively and ...
University of British Columbia
Bachelor
Certified Tutor
I am a licensed physician from Florida who is currently changing careers. I graduated from the University of Pennsylvania in 2009 and have extensive tutoring and editing experience. While a student, I became a certified writing tutor through the Critical Writing Department. Since I completed my writ...
Nova Southeastern University
PHD, Medicine
University of Pennsylvania
Bachelors, History
University of Pennsylvania
undergraduate
Certified Tutor
Kate
I'm available to tutor biology, chemistry, physics, math from Algebra up through AP Calculus, SAT test prep, and French. I've been tutoring students in science and math for 7 years. I also spent 8 months working and studying in France, and have tutored high school and adult students in French. When ...
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Masters, Environmental Engineering
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Bachelors
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Jai
I'm a recent Stanford graduate (Electrical Engineering and Computer Science), and have been working at a major Management Consulting firm for a few years now. I personally scored a 2360 (out of 2400) on the SAT and 35 on the ACT and was successful in gaining admission to several top universities. I'...
Stanford University
Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
Certified Tutor
Erika
I am available to tutor middle and high school math, history and test prep. I have tutored math and history in the past and I previously taught a test prep course at a school in Hanoi, Vietnam. I have a lot of experience teaching all the need-to-know tricks to doing great on the SATS/ACTS! When I am...
Harvard University
Master of Public Policy, Public Policy
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Frequently Asked Questions
Certified Reading Intervention (CRI) is a specialized, evidence-based program designed to help students who struggle with reading fluency, decoding, and comprehension. It uses structured, systematic instruction to target specific reading deficits and build foundational skills. For students in McAllen, personalized 1-on-1 instruction through CRI can accelerate reading progress and boost confidence in a way that classroom instruction alone often cannot.
Students who struggle with phonemic awareness, decoding, sight words, reading fluency, or comprehension are ideal candidates for CRI tutoring. This includes students with dyslexia, reading delays, or those who simply haven't developed strong foundational reading skills. If your child is falling behind grade-level reading expectations or shows frustration with reading tasks, personalized intervention can make a significant difference.
The first session focuses on assessment and building rapport. A tutor will evaluate your student's current reading level, identify specific areas of struggle (like phonics or fluency), and discuss learning goals with you and your student. This information guides the creation of a personalized CRI plan tailored to your student's needs and pace.
Many students show noticeable progress in fluency and confidence within 4-8 weeks of consistent, personalized instruction. Deeper gains in comprehension and independent reading skills typically develop over several months. Progress depends on the severity of the reading gap, frequency of sessions, and student engagement—but structured CRI tutoring accelerates growth significantly compared to classroom instruction alone.
Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who have specialized training in reading intervention, phonics, and literacy instruction. Many have formal CRI certification, teaching credentials, or extensive experience working with struggling readers. When you connect with a tutor, you'll learn about their specific background and approach to ensure the best fit for your student.
In a classroom of 20+ students (McAllen's average student-teacher ratio is 14.6:1), teachers cannot provide the individualized assessment and targeted practice each struggling reader needs. Personalized CRI tutoring focuses exclusively on your student's specific reading gaps, uses intensive, systematic instruction, and adjusts pace and strategies in real time. This one-on-one approach is proven to close reading gaps much faster than whole-class instruction.
CRI tutoring uses evidence-based materials focused on phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension. Sessions typically include structured reading activities, decodable texts, oral reading practice, and comprehension exercises tailored to your student's level. Tutors also teach strategies for independent reading and often provide take-home activities to reinforce skills between sessions.
Most students benefit from 2-3 sessions per week for meaningful progress, though frequency can be adjusted based on your student's needs and your schedule. More frequent, consistent sessions typically lead to faster skill development and better retention. Your tutor can recommend an ideal frequency during the first session and adjust as your student progresses.
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