Question 1

What is the Science of Reading?

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The Science of Reading refers to decades of research on how the brain learns to read. It supports structured literacy methods that explicitly teach phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension. Tutors on The Reading Tutor Hub are trained in these evidence-based approaches.

Question 2

How do I find a reading tutor near me?

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Use the directory at the top of this page to search by state or province, session type (virtual, in-person, or hybrid), certifications, and reading programs. You can also search by tutor name or city to find a specialist close to you.

Question 3

What certifications should I look for in a reading specialist?

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Common certifications include CALT (Certified Academic Language Therapist), Orton-Gillingham Academy Certified (OGA), Wilson Reading System Certified (WRS), and IMSLEC accreditation. The right certification depends on your child's needs; our directory lets you filter by each of these.

Question 4

How do I know if my child needs a reading tutor?

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If your child is a struggling reader, whether in elementary school or older, signs they may benefit from a reading specialist include difficulty sounding out words, slow or inaccurate reading, trouble with spelling, avoiding reading, or a school evaluation suggesting dyslexia or a reading disability. A certified reading specialist can assess your child's needs and create a targeted plan.

Question 5

What is the difference between online and in-person tutoring?

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Online (virtual) tutoring happens over video call, giving you access to specialists anywhere in the country. In-person tutoring takes place at the tutor's location or yours. Hybrid tutors offer both options. Many families find online reading tutoring sessions just as effective as in-person, especially for structured literacy instruction.

Question 6

My child can't read. What should I do?

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If your child can't read at grade level, you're not alone, and there is help. The first step is to have your child evaluated by a reading specialist who can identify specific areas of difficulty, whether it's phonics, decoding, fluency, or comprehension. A certified reading tutor for kids can then create a targeted plan using structured literacy methods. Browse our directory to find a qualified reading tutor near you, online or in-person.

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Jen is Certified at the Associate Level through the Academy of Orton-Gillingham. She has been working with children with dyslexia, ADHD and dysgraphia since 2009. Jen enjoys building a relationship with each child and watching their self-esteem grow as they are finally taught in a way that makes sense to them. Jen has a background in education and taught first grade for 7 years prior to working with individuals with dyslexia. Her calm demeanor and patience paired with classroom management experience makes her tutoring sessions productive and fun. She enjoys working with these bright students one-on-one. Jen lives in Denver with her husband and 14 year old son. She enjoys singing in choirs, reading, traveling and camping. Jen has completed training in the EBLI approach, which stands for Evidence Based Literacy Instruction. After 14 years of using the Orton Gillingham Approach, Jen embraces this Structured Linguistic Literacy approach, also known as Speech to Print. She uses EBLI with fidelity as this approach helps her students make much faster gains. Jen is dedicated to spreading the word of EBLI to as many educators and parents as possible.	EBLI OGA	EBLI
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