Award-Winning Susan Barton Tutors
serving McAllen, TX
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Susan Barton
Tutors in McAllen
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.
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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 subjects, I take a creative, inquiry-based and learner-centered approach, designing opportunities for each unique individual to meet their learning goals.

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 electronics, playing Pokemon, or picking at my guitar.
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 at Columbia University in my department and also have tutored graduate students and undergraduates privately as well. My primary areas of tutoring are math and statistics coursework in addition to math sections on standardized tests such as the GRE and GMAT. I am very passionate about helping students feel more confident and excited about math. In my spare time, I enjoy running, playing piano, and spending time with friends and family.
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 towards passing the US Citizenship Exam and taught English in India, where I lived for six months. Whenever I work with a student I personalize the lessons to fit their particular learning style, since I know every student is unique and having the right fit can make all the difference in making learning fun and effective. My strengths are tutoring the social sciences and humanities, as well as making math and standardized tests approachable to students that normally don't like those subjects. In my spare time I like traveling, spending time in the outdoors (climbing & backpacking), meditation, and playing soccer. Next fall I will be beginning my PhD in Education at Harvard University.
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 Medicine.
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 tutor for both Math and Spanish programs in high school and enjoyed the strides I made with students. I am willing to tutor any subject I have a background in, but am strong in mathematics, the sciences, Spanish, history, writing, and ACT prep. I enjoy teaching mathematics most due to the joy I can see in children once they master a topic and can answer even pointed questions meant to stump them, and maybe even put their knowledge to real world use. As a tutor, I like to give a strong foundation to orient my student, and then gradually grant them more freedom and independence until they can feel themselves grasp the concept, pointing out pitfalls or common errors along the way; teachers who used these methods on me always left the most lasting impressions. Outside of my studies, I really enjoy listening to music, both old favorites and new interests, reading classics, and gaming/playing basketball with my friends.
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 campus); social sciences; and literature/writing.
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 my Masters in Mild to Moderate Disabilities from Simmons College. I have worked extensively with students with a range of abilities, including students with specific learning disabilities, emotional impairments, dyslexia, and ADHD. My teaching experience has given me a deep understanding of the knowledge and habits essential to academic success and has given me the opportunity to hone a variety of strategies that ensure students at each level can achieve their academic goals. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, my favorite ones are Reading, Elementary/Middle School Math, History, and Test Prep. In my experience, tutoring is the most rewarding when a student has that "aha!" moment and achieves a new level of understanding and confidence in his/her abilities. I am a firm believer in the transformative power of education, and I see my role to be that of a facilitator and coach who is there to help the student reach his/her goals through individualized support and rigorous practice. In my free time, I enjoy reading, running, practicing my Spanish, and discovering new music. I am also an avid traveler and just got back from a 3 month trip to South America. I look forward to the opportunity to work with you!
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 describe my tutoring style as one that adapts to each students' needs. For example, I have always tried to frame questions in a different way so that the student can better understand the question. Some students need visual representations of numbers and systems to understand them, and others benefit more by understanding the concepts behind each formula. I prefer to tutor in math and physics, and especially with real world application problems. I hope to help students improve their standardized test scores and their understanding of the math and sciences so that they can achieve their academic goals!
I am an aspiring applied mathematician, with particular interest in image processing and climate science. I graduated in May 2017 from Washington University in St. Louis with a bachelor's in physics and mathematics, and am beginning a PhD program in September 2017 at the University of Chicago in Computational and Applied Mathematics. I've tutored introductory physics students for three years and enjoyed it thoroughly, as a chance to help other students while revisiting fundamental concepts to enhance my own knowledge. I'm eager to continue reaching out and helping students of math and physics to succeed and, furthermore, to appreciate the beauty and power of these subjects.
I am currently attending Johns Hopkins University, pursuing a dual degree in Computer Science and Applied Math and Statistics. I love helping students and I love the feeling I get knowing that I was able to use my knowledge to make someone else happier. My favorite subject to teach is math because there are so many ways to learn it and if one way does not help I can use another. I used to teach taekwondo and interacted with all kinds of students, and I'm excited to help out more!
I am comfortable tutoring math subjects up to multivariable calculus and differential equations, as well as college physics.
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Susan Barton reading instruction is a structured, multisensory approach to teaching reading that focuses on phonemic awareness, decoding, and fluency. It's particularly effective for students who struggle with traditional reading methods or have dyslexia. The curriculum uses explicit, step-by-step instruction to help students understand how letters and sounds work together, building strong foundational skills that lead to confident, independent readers.
In a classroom setting with McAllen's average student-teacher ratio of 14.6:1, reading instruction must move at a pace that works for most students—which often means struggling readers get left behind. Personalized 1-on-1 Susan Barton instruction allows tutors to move at your child's pace, repeat concepts as needed, and adjust teaching methods based on how your student learns best. This targeted approach addresses specific gaps in phonics, decoding, or fluency that classroom instruction may not catch.
Susan Barton instruction is designed to help students who struggle with phonemic awareness, decoding multisyllabic words, reading fluency, or comprehension. It's especially effective for students with dyslexia or those who haven't responded well to other reading programs. The structured, multisensory approach breaks reading into manageable components, helping students build confidence and see measurable progress in their reading abilities.
The first session typically includes an assessment to understand your student's current reading level, specific challenges, and learning style. The tutor will review your child's reading history and goals, then introduce the foundational concepts of the Susan Barton method. This initial meeting helps establish a baseline for progress and allows the tutor to create a personalized plan tailored to your student's needs.
Many students show noticeable improvements in phonics skills and decoding within 4-6 weeks of consistent, personalized instruction. However, the timeline depends on your child's starting point, frequency of sessions, and how much they practice between lessons. With regular tutoring and reinforcement at home, students typically develop stronger reading fluency and confidence within 2-3 months.
Expert tutors who teach Susan Barton reading instruction are trained in the Barton Reading & Spelling System and understand how to deliver structured, multisensory reading instruction. Many have backgrounds in education, special education, or reading intervention. Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors for students in McAllen who have the expertise and experience to implement this specialized approach effectively.
Susan Barton instruction is effective for students from early elementary through high school, and even adults. The curriculum is structured in levels, so tutors can start with foundational phonics for younger students or jump to more advanced decoding and fluency work for older students. Regardless of age, the personalized approach ensures each student builds the specific skills they need.
Consistent practice between sessions is essential for success with Susan Barton instruction. Tutors typically assign homework that reinforces the skills taught in lessons—usually 15-30 minutes of focused practice. When students practice regularly at home, they solidify their understanding of phonics patterns and decoding strategies, leading to faster progress and greater independence in reading.
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