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- English
- Reading
- Literacy
- Spelling
- Phonetics
Turning Struggling Readers into Confident Learners! 17-Year Elementary Teacher & Orton-Gillingham Trained Reading Specialist
- English
- Reading
- Literacy
- Spelling
- Phonetics
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About Julie
Hello! I'm a proud mom of two amazing girls, a dedicated second-grade teacher, and a certified reading specialist. I'm also Orton-Gillingham trained. Teaching has always been my passion. I love helping children discover that learning can be fun, engaging, and rewarding.
Outside of the classroom, you'll usually find me spending time with my family, gardening, traveling, cuddling with my animals, or enjoying a slice of pizza. I also love building LEGO creations with my daughters, tackling puzzles, reading, and finding creative ways to make learning exciting.
As both a teacher and a parent, I understand the importance of patience, communication, and meeting children where they are. My goal is not only to help students improve academically but also to help them develop confidence, independence, and a lifelong love of learning.
I can't wait to partner with your family and help your child reach their full potential!
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About the lesson
- Primary
- High School
- NCEA Level 1
- +5
levels :
Primary
High School
NCEA Level 1
NCEA Level 2
NCEA Level 3
Adult education
Masters
Doctorate
- English
All languages in which the lesson is available :
English
I believe every child learns differently, so I create engaging, individualized lessons that meet each student where they are.
My instruction is patient, encouraging, and designed to build both academic skills and confidence.
My teaching methods include:
-Explicit, systematic instruction based on research-backed practices
-Orton-Gillingham-based, multisensory reading instruction
-Phonics, phonemic awareness, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension development (Fundations based)
-Writing instruction that strengthens organization, grammar, sentence structure, and written expression
-Hands-on math instruction using visual models and manipulatives
-Games and interactive activities that keep students motivated and engaged
-Ongoing progress monitoring to adjust instruction and celebrate growth
-Positive reinforcement that builds confidence and fosters a love of learning
Sample 30-Minute Lesson for Reading (K–5)
5 minutes – Warm-Up
-Review previously taught skills
-Phonemic awareness or fluency practice
15 minutes – Targeted Instruction
-Introduce or reinforce a specific phonics, decoding, comprehension, or writing skill
-Guided practice using multisensory techniques
5 minutes – Application
-Read a decodable text or complete a short writing activity using the new skill
5 minutes – Review & Next Steps
-Celebrate successes
-Review strategies
-Provide a simple practice activity for home
Math (K–5)
-Number sense warm-up
-Mini-lesson on one targeted skill
-Guided practice with manipulatives or visual models
-Independent practice
-Quick review and confidence check
Sample 60-Minute Lesson
Reading
10 minutes – Review
-Fluency practice
-Phonemic awareness or phonics review
-Sight word review (when appropriate)
20 minutes – Direct Instruction
-Explicit teaching of a targeted reading or writing skill
-Orton-Gillingham multisensory lesson components
15 minutes – Guided Reading/Writing
-Apply the skill while reading connected text
-Writing response or structured writing activity
10 minutes – Independent Practice
-Student demonstrates understanding independently
5 minutes – Wrap-Up
-Review progress
-Parent update
-Home practice suggestions
Math
-Warm-up and fact fluency
-Direct instruction
-Guided problem solving
-Independent practice
-Math game or review
-Parent feedback
What Sets Me Apart
With 17 years of experience as an elementary teacher and reading specialist, I bring both classroom expertise and specialized intervention training to every tutoring session.
What makes my tutoring different:
-Certified Reading Specialist with extensive experience helping struggling readers succeed.
-Orton-Gillingham trained, using structured, multisensory instruction that is especially effective for students with reading difficulties and dyslexia.
-Individualized lessons tailored to each child's strengths, needs, and learning style.
-Confidence-building approach that creates a positive learning environment where students feel safe taking risks.
-Data-driven instruction with ongoing progress monitoring to ensure steady growth.
-Strong communication with families to provide updates, strategies, and support beyond tutoring sessions.
-A patient, encouraging teaching style that helps students develop independence and a love of learning.
Who I Work With
I provide individualized tutoring for students in Pre-K through 5th grade who need extra support or want to strengthen their skills in:
Reading
Early literacy
Phonemic awareness
Phonics
Decoding
Fluency
Reading comprehension
Vocabulary
Dyslexia support using Orton-Gillingham strategies
Writing
Handwriting
Sentence writing
Paragraph writing
Grammar
Spelling
Organization
Written expression
Math
Number sense
Addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division
Word problems
Fractions
Place value
Math fact fluency
Elementary problem-solving strategies
My goal is simple: to help every child become a confident, independent learner by making learning engaging, personalized, and successful.
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Rates
Rate
- $86
Pack prices
- 5h: $430
- 10h: $860
free lessons
The first lesson with Julie will allow you to get to know each other and discuss your needs for future lessons.
- 1hr
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- $86/h
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