Arely currently serves as a lead teacher of a private special education school in Manhattan, where she develops and teaches 1st and 2nd grade Math, along with 2nd grade ELA, Science, and History. She is known for building strong partnerships with families, maintaining open communication, and collaborating closely with service providers to support holistic student growth. Her previous lead teacher roles further shaped her ability to create rigorous, culturally responsive lessons, support diverse learners, and lead community-building initiatives. She developed curricula, implemented a pandemic-recovery combination class, and guided students through advisory programming that emphasized leadership, emotional intelligence, and academic resilience.

Beyond the classroom, Arely has a deep commitment to service and community engagement. With her strong organizational skills, cultural awareness, and unwavering passion for student success, Arely strives to create supportive, joyful learning environments where all children feel valued, capable, and empowered to reach their goals.

Location: Brooklyn and Manhattan
Types of service: In-Person Only
Expertise: ADHD/ADD, Reading Disorders, Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, Dyscalculia, Math Disorders, Special Education
Ages: Kindergarten through 4th grade

Her approach is warm, patient, and child-centered. Nilda takes time to build trust with her students and their families, fostering an environment where every learner feels seen, understood, and encouraged. She incorporates structured routines, multisensory strategies, and individualized supports to help students stay engaged and develop the skills necessary for long-term academic success. Whether she is helping a young child grasp early literacy concepts or assisting a student navigating attention, processing, developmental or behavioral challenges, Nilda remains focused on celebrating progress, building confidence, and empowering each learner to reach their fullest potential.

Nilda’s dedication to her students, her strong foundation in early childhood literacy, and her experience with various learning differences make her a valuable partner to families seeking compassionate and effective educational support.

Location: Manhattan, Westcheste
Types of services: In-Person Only
Expertise: ADHD/ADD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Language Processing Disorder, Special Education
Ages:  3-4 years

Alanna currently tutors students with ADHD/ADD, offering support in pre-reading skills (Pre-K), reading comprehension, writing, spelling, ELA, math, test preparation, and executive functioning areas such as organization, planning, and study skills.

Alanna works on reading comprehension by practicing with interactive read-alouds, text comprehension questions, and by using comprehension strategies such as stop and jots. Alanna also uses techniques with her students such as annotating, questioning, and summarizing. With all of her elementary, middle, and high school students, Alanna likes to model critical thinking skills so students can be aware of how to infer, analyze character motives, and evaluate arguments. Additionally, Alanna supports students in math by teaching problem-solving skills in order to improve solving real-life and pictorial questions.

Throughout her tutoring, Alanna naturally integrates executive functioning skills—helping students develop routines, manage assignments, stay organized, and build independence in their academic work.

Alanna believes every child learns differently and thrives through a personalized, encouraging, and structured approach that builds confidence, curiosity, and a lifelong love of learning. She believes in a growth mindset and thinks that all students can improve with effort, feedback, and effective strategies.

Location: Brooklyn and Long Island
Types of services: Both In-Person and Remote Services
Expertise: Executive Functioning, Expressive Language, Receptive Language, Articulation, Social Pragmatics, AAC, Reading Comprehension, Writing, Phonemic Awareness, Decoding and Encoding, ELA, Vocabulary, Grammar/Syntax
Ages: 13–23 months, 24–35 months, 15–18 years (High School)

In mathematics, Adam emphasizes conceptual understanding before procedural fluency, using manipulatives, visual models, real-world applications, and assistive technology while fostering problem-solving, reasoning, and metacognitive skills. Through ongoing progress monitoring and individualized interventions, he ensures students consistently develop both skill and confidence.

Adam holds a Master’s in Educational Leadership and Management from the University of Nottingham, a Postgraduate Certificate in Education from the University of Winchester, and a B.Sc. in Population and Geography from the University of Southampton. In addition to his teaching role, he is a certified global tutor and serves as the Director of a private independent school summer camp, managing programs that cultivate learning, leadership, and community engagement.

Known for his adaptability, leadership, and innovative teaching style, Adam builds strong connections with students and families while fostering both academic and personal growth. His global perspective, combined with extensive academic and extracurricular expertise, allows him to help students thrive both inside and outside the classroom.

Location: Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Long Island
Types of services: Both In-Person and Remote Services
Expertise: ADHD/ADD, Reading Disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Language Processing Disorder, Dyslexia, Writing Disorders, Dysgraphia, Dyscalculia, Math Disorders, Special Education
Ages: 5-9 years (Kindergarten through 3rd grade), 9-11 years (3rd through 5th grade), 12-14 years (Middle School)

Stephanie is passionate about designing data-driven, differentiated instruction that helps students thrive academically and personally. She brings expertise in curriculum development, literacy instruction, special education, and teacher training. Through explicit, clear, targeted instruction, Stephanie ensures students know what they are learning, how to master it, and why it is important and transferable across content blocks. This authentic, scaffolded structure to learning ensures that students efficiently master one skill at a time and internalize it before moving on. Stephanie believes in an active, joyful, multisensory approach to teaching and learning—one that pairs student interest with meaningful, hands-on learning tasks. With her experience across diverse learning environments, she is committed to supporting every child’s success while fostering a lifelong love of learning.

Location: Brooklyn and Manhattan
Types of services: In-person and remote
Expertise: Special Education
Ages: 5–9 years (Kindergarten through 3rd grade), 9–11 years (3rd through 5th grade)

Jenny is currently teaching in a 1st Grade ICT (Integrated Co-Teaching) class in a DOE school in Brooklyn. She thoughtfully addresses her students’ academic (reading, writing, and math) needs by closely observing their learning processes and analyzing their work and assessments. This insight allows her to design purposeful, targeted activities that not only support their individual academic growth but also foster their social-emotional well-being. When working with her students in math, she encourages them to explore a variety of mathematical tools and manipulatives, such as counters, unifix cubes, and numberlines to develop and deepen their problem-solving skills. She is an Orton-Gillingham–trained educator, with additional expertise in the Wilson and Fundations word study programs. Jenny actively incorporates a multi-sensory approach to literacy instruction, utilizing tools such as visual flashcards, movement activities, sand writing, and building letters and words with playdough, which helps to engage various brain pathways for learning, enhancing both memory retention and understanding in reading and writing.

Jenny brings warmth, creativity, and expertise to every session. She employs a diagnostic, student-centered approach that integrates multisensory methods and executive function support, empowering students to build confidence and achieve academic success.

Location: Brooklyn
Type of services: Both In-Person and Remote Services
Expertise: ADHD/ADD, Reading Disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Dyslexia, Special Education
Ages: 5-9 years (Kindergarten through 3rd grade)

Ashley conducts comprehensive assessments to identify student strengths and areas for growth across literacy domains, including the literacy integration of speech-communication devices, use of Picture Exchange Communication Symbols (PECs), handwriting, phonemic awareness, decoding, spelling, vocabulary, reading comprehension, and essay writing. She also supports science and other core subjects, helping students build understanding from foundational concepts to complex ideas. Ashley is passionate about fostering executive functioning skills through providing her students with structured breaks, mindfulness activities, and multi-sensory experiences to help students self-regulate and stay motivated. She works closely with families, teachers, and related service providers to ensure students consistently progress toward their IEP goals, fully aligning with IDEA requirements. Ashley creates a supportive, open environment that nurtures every learner’s potential.

LOCATION: Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Queens
TYPE OF SERVICES: Both In-Person and Remote Services
EXPERTISE: ADHD/ADD, Reading Disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Language Processing Disorder, Dyslexia, Writing Disorders, Dysgraphia, Twice Exceptional, Auditory Processing Disorder, Special Education
AGES: 13 – 35 months, 3-4 years, 5-9 years (Kindergarten through 3rd grade), 9-11 years (3rd through 5th grade), 12-14 years (Middle School), 15-18 years (High School), Young Adults, Geriatric, Children – adults with disabilities

She always comes prepared with multiple approaches to a problem, creating a supportive environment where students feel comfortable sharing their thinking. This openness enables meaningful dialogue and adjustments that foster a deeper understanding. Through patience, guided practice, and thoughtful conversation, Bethany helps students experience those “aha” moments and steadily build confidence.

Bethany is also extensively trained in the Orton-Gillingham approach to multi-sensory literacy instruction, having completed specialized coursework at Teachers College, Columbia University. This evidence-based, structured, and sequential method enables her to provide highly individualized support for students with dyslexia, reading disorders, ADHD/ADD, and a wide range of learning differences. Bethany is particularly skilled in adapting instruction to meet the unique needs of each learner, ensuring they receive the tools and strategies necessary to succeed academically and gain confidence in their abilities.

Over the years, Bethany has worked in a variety of educational settings, including as a private tutor, homebound tutor, math interventionist , onsite Orton-Gillingham literacy specialist, and as a special educator in integrated co-teaching classrooms. These diverse roles have deepened her ability to collaborate with families, teachers, and support teams while tailoring her instruction to students from early elementary through high school. Her sessions are marked by a thoughtful balance of structure, patience, and positive reinforcement, which fosters both skill development and a love of learning.

Bethany is deeply committed to helping each student build a strong academic foundation, improve their math, literacy and executive functioning skills, and become more self-reliant and empowered in the classroom and beyond. She believes that with the right support, every student can discover their strengths and realize their full potential.

Location: CONNECTICUT
Types of services: Both In-Person and Remote Services
Expertise: ADHD/ADD, Mathematics, Reading Disorders, Dyslexia, Special Education
Ages: 9-11 years (3rd through 5th grade), 12-14 years (Middle School), 15-18 years (High School), Young Adults

Additionally, for the last 17 years, Heidi has created content and conducted workshops for the New York City Department of Education and New York State. She was employed to teach and mentor district, individual school principals, vice principals, school leadership, and classroom teachers. Currently, Heidi believes in bringing all of this experience to serve and interact directly and profoundly with individual students-collaborating with the student to manifest their greatest potential, creating new opportunities. Heidi is ready and excited to empower and work with children and adults.

Heidi offers academic tutoring in core areas, including Reading Comprehension, Writing, English Language Arts (ELA), Handwriting, and Elementary Math. She is also experienced in Executive Function Coaching and organization skills for younger students, helping students develop essential life skills like organization, planning, and self-monitoring. She understands that every person processes the world in their own way. That’s why her sessions are not only academically tailored, but also sensory-aware, emotionally supportive, and structured around meaningful, achievable progress, working with how the person learns best.

Location: Brooklyn, Manhattan, Staten Island
Types of services: Both In-Person and Remote Services
Expertise: General and Special Education diverse learners
Ages: 3-18 years old, Young Adults, Geriatric

In her work as a tutor for young children, Regan follows a similar approach, meeting children where they are and using engaging and playful approaches to support their learning and development. She begins by doing diagnostic assessments and observations to identify skill gaps and then provides scaffolded instruction and modeling accordingly.  For early math, some of these approaches include number sense activities, patterning and sorting, and spatial and measurement skill development. For early literacy, this often includes letter-sound correspondence, phonological awareness activities, and shared guided reading. In her tutoring work, Regan uses a variety of materials, including the child’s existing homework materials (if applicable) as well as outside resources, including research-backed media and technology resources.

In addition to her direct teaching work, Regan brings over a decade of early childhood research and curriculum development expertise to Brooklyn Letters. As a Senior Research Associate and Project Manager at the Center for Children and Technology at the Education Development Center (EDC), Regan has led projects that support equitable, research-informed early learning initiatives. Her professional experiences include developing early childhood curriculum, developing and conducting assessments with children ages 4-6 in math, literacy, science, and computational thinking, managing research projects, and collaborating with organizations such as Sesame Workshop, PBS KIDS, and Mercy University.

Through her years of direct service work as well as her research-related experience, Regan has had the opportunity to work closely with teachers, school administrators, families, and children who have a variety of circumstances and needs. Through all of these experiences, Regan has developed a deep understanding of how to support a young child’s learning and development.

Regan is passionate about supporting young children—particularly those with disabilities—through personalized, developmentally appropriate instruction that fosters confidence, curiosity, and foundational academic skills. She combines her classroom expertise with cutting-edge research insights to provide individualized, strengths-based support for every learner she serves.

Regan is also the mother of a 10 year old and a 5 year old and regularly brings her background and expertise to support their learning, too!

Location: BROOKLYN
Type of services: Both In-Person and Remote Services
Expertise: ADHD/ADD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Language Processing Disorder, Auditory Processing Disorder, Special Education, Early Math and Literacy Development, Executive Functioning
Ages: Infants-12 months, 13 – 35 months, 3-4 years, 5-8 years (Kindergarten through 2nd grade)

Jennifer is trained in the Orton-Gillingham approach, a highly respected, structured, multi-sensory literacy program that supports students with reading and language-based learning differences, such as dyslexia. Her training enables her to deliver evidence-based, systematic instruction that is especially effective for struggling readers and writers. Jennifer uses proven strategies to support long-term growth and achievement, whether introducing phonemic awareness to a preschooler, strengthening decoding and spelling skills, or helping older students develop deeper reading comprehension and more organized written expression.

Jennifer has experience working with students with various learning challenges, such as those with ADHD/ADD, Reading Disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Language Processing Disorder, Dyslexia, Writing Disorders, Dysgraphia, and who are classified as Twice Exceptional. Her experience also extends to neurotypical students needing additional support with pre-reading skills (preschoolers), multi-sensory reading instruction, reading comprehension, spelling, writing, and overall ELA support. By integrating structured literacy instruction with creative, student-centered techniques, Jennifer helps learners make meaningful progress, even when they’ve previously struggled. Jennifer collaborates closely with families and school teams to ensure her students receive well-rounded support across home and academic environments.

LOCATION: Brooklyn
TYPE OF SERVICES: Both In-Person and Remote Services
EXPERTISE: ADHD/ADD, Reading Disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Language Processing Disorder, Dyslexia, Writing Disorders, Dysgraphia, Twice Exceptional, Special Education
AGES: 3-4 years, 5-9 years (Kindergarten through 3rd grade), 9-11 years (3rd through 5th grade)

Danielle’s certifications include a Professional Certificate in Students with Disabilities (All Grades/Grades 5–9) and a Generalist Certificate in Middle Childhood Education (Grades 5–9) in New York, as well as a 5-Year Professional Intervention Specialist License (K–12) in Ohio. Danielle is also a certified Wilson Dyslexia Practitioner and holds Level I certification in the Wilson Reading System.

Known for her warm, structured, and highly personalized teaching style, Danielle meets students exactly where they are—academically, emotionally, and developmentally. She is skilled in delivering specially designed instruction across various subjects, including pre-reading skills, multisensory reading, reading comprehension, writing, spelling, English Language Arts (ELA), math, and handwriting (non-OT support). Her instructional approach is shaped by her training in evidence-based literacy programs like Wilson Reading and Fundations, which she uses to build decoding, fluency, and reading confidence in students with dyslexia and other reading-based challenges. She also prepares students for standardized tests, including the ISEE. Additionally, as an Executive Functioning Learning Specialist, Danielle provides coaching in organization, time management, planning, and task initiation—key academic and life success skills.

Danielle’s support is rooted in empathy and collaboration, and she values each learner’s uniqueness. She builds strong, trusting relationships with students and their families, working together to set meaningful goals and celebrate progress. Whether supporting early literacy development or guiding a student through a structured intervention plan, Danielle is passionate about assisting learners to thrive.

Location: BROOKLYN, MANHATTAN, QUEENS, LONG ISLAND, WESTCHESTER
Type of Services: Both In-Person and Remote Services
Expertise: ADHD/ADD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Reading disorders and dyslexia, Writing disorders and dysgraphia, Language processing disorders, Twice-exceptional learners (2e), and Students with IEPs or those navigating special education systems
Ages: 3-4 years, 5-9 years (Kindergarten through 3rd grade), 9-11 years (3rd through 5th grade), 12-14 years (Middle School), 15-18 years (High School), Young Adults, Geriatric

Kelly is currently the Learning Specialist in a 2nd Grade classroom at a private school in Manhattan. Kelly holds certification in the Orton-Gillingham approach. She helps students build essential reading skills while fostering confidence and a love for learning. In addition to tutoring, she offers in-person literacy assessments for elementary-aged children, giving families valuable insights into their child’s reading profile and guiding them toward appropriate and effective interventions.

Kelly understands that each learner is unique. She tailors every session to the individual child’s strengths, needs, and interests—whether the focus is on reading, foundational math skills, or executive function development. She finds great success with building a close  relationship with each of her students, ensuring they feel confident to succeed. Her lessons are designed not just to address academic challenges, but to build lasting skills in organization, attention, and self-direction. With deep empathy and professional expertise, Kelly collaborates closely with families to create personalized learning plans and track meaningful progress.

Location: BROOKLYN, MANHATTAN, QUEENS and NEW JERSEY
Type of services: Pre-reading and early literacy skills (Pre-K readiness), Multi-sensory reading instruction, Reading comprehension, Writing and spelling, English Language Arts (ELA), Math, Handwriting (non-OT support) and Executive function coaching
Expertise: ADHD/ADD, dyslexia and other reading disorders, writing disorders and dysgraphia, dyscalculia and math-based learning challenges, language processing and auditory processing disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and those who are twice-exceptional (2e) or receiving special education services or have IEPs.
Ages:  5-9 years, 9-11 years

She holds a B.A. in Public Policy from Duke University and a Master’s in Early Childhood Education from Georgia State University. She is an adjunct professor of Elementary Content at Relay Graduate School of Education. In the 2025–26 school year, she will join a New York City independent school as an Associate Division Head for grades 6–12, continuing her commitment to academic excellence and student-centered leadership.

Jordan is deeply knowledgeable in evidence-based instructional practices. She has received extensive training in various research-backed curricula and frameworks, including Fundations, Heggerty, phonological/phonemic awareness, Cognitively Guided Instruction (CGI), Engage New York, and Illustrative Math. She has a proven track record of delivering joyful, rigorous, and developmentally appropriate instruction that meets the diverse needs of learners across academic levels and abilities.

In her work as a tutor, Jordan provides both in-person and remote academic support to students in kindergarten through 8th grade (ages 5–14). Her tutoring is rooted in a strong background in literacy development and a genuine passion for helping children thrive. She works with a wide spectrum of students, including those with learning differences and those seeking enrichment or remediation, offering tailored, targeted, and transformative instruction.

Jordan specializes in multisensory reading instruction and language-based learning, helping students build foundational and advanced literacy skills, including pre-reading (Pre-K), reading comprehension, writing, spelling, and English Language Arts (ELA).

In addition to literacy, Jordan provides academic instruction in mathematics and test preparation, helping students strengthen content knowledge, critical thinking, and confidence across subjects. Her approach incorporates strategies to build executive functioning skills, particularly for students navigating attention-related challenges such as ADHD or ADD.

Jordan has developed a deep understanding of how to effectively support students with diverse learning needs, including those with ADHD/ADD—helping them improve focus, organization, and self-regulation; students with reading disorders such as dyslexia—using structured, multi-sensory strategies to strengthen decoding and fluency; and learners on the Autism Spectrum—adapting instruction to support both academic progress and social-emotional development. With a background in special education, Jordan differentiates instruction thoughtfully, sets realistic and meaningful goals, and creates learning environments where children feel supported, challenged, and empowered. She also conducts comprehensive literacy assessments for elementary-aged students to evaluate decoding, fluency, and spelling skills, helping families identify areas of need and develop targeted learning plans.

LOCATION: Brooklyn & Manhattan
TYPE OF SERVICES: Personalized instruction in reading, writing, and math; test preparation for the NYS ELA and Math Exams
EXPERTISE: Inquiry-Based Learning, Science of Reading, Cognitively Guided Instruction
AGES: Elementary, Middle, and High School Students

As a special education teacher, Shannon is well-versed at reading, writing and implementing students’ Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). She is skilled at assessing her students and knows how to meet them at their current ability level through modifying material and providing appropriate accommodations. Shannon then carefully scaffolds the instruction so that each student ultimately reaches his/her learning goals.

Having taught in the primary grades (K-2nd) for the majority of her career, Shannon has developed a passion for teaching reading. She focuses her instruction on both phonics/decoding skills as well as comprehension. Shannon is trained in Wilson Fundations and has experience teaching Sounds in Motion, Project Read, Teacher’s College Reading and Pearson’s Reading Street. She uses the Fountas and Pinnell level reading program to gauge students’ ability levels and has experience using the TRC and DIBELS reading assessments. Shannon is able to pull from her experiences with a variety of programs to differentiate instruction. She concentrates on phonological awareness, letter/sound identification, sight word reading and reading fluency. Shannon also works on comprehension through building background knowledge and developing vocabulary. She guides students to formulate questions, and to make predictions and inferences about the text as a way of monitoring their own understanding.

Shannon has experience teaching writing in a variety of genres (personal stories, expository nonfiction, poetry) using the Lucy’s Calkin’s Writing Workshop model. She works with students to enhance their voice and style while also working to improve their grammar and writing stamina. Shannon is trained in the TERC Investigations’ math program. Shannon appreciates the program’s emphasis on students exploring and engaging with the mathematics to construct their own solution strategies. She encourages students to explain their reasoning in order to deepen their understanding of math concepts. Through the use of manipulatives, drawings, and visualizations, Shannon helps students make abstract math problems more concrete. She brings story problems to life by connecting them to real life and breaks multi-step problems into manageable components.

Shannon is excited to help students learn through fun and engaging lessons and wants students to feel proud of themselves.

LOCATION: Westchester County
TYPE OF SERVICES: Individualized instruction for Reading (comprehension, phonics, fluency), Math, and Writing, as well as homework and organizational skill help.
EXPERTISE: Working with students with learning disabilities, helping students reach IEP and other learning goals in Reading, Wing, and 4+H
AGES: PreK-5th grade

Michelle has been working for the New York City Department of Education since 2014. She has experience working with students who are emotionally disturbed, have speech and language impairments, struggling readers, and students who struggle in all academic areas. She uses a systematic, multi-sensory, phonemic-based approach in order to improve spelling, decoding, fluency, and comprehension. Michelle is trained in both Go-Math and Envisions math. She has experience collaborating with speech therapists, occupational therapists, and physical therapists in order to better meet the needs of each child. She also has a lot of experience working closely with families.

LOCATION: Queens, Long Island
TYPES OF SERVICE: Initial reading assessment, Orton Gillingham-based reading instruction, including individualized reading instruction and intervention in phonemic awareness, phonics, and decoding strategies; individualized instruction in reading fluency and comprehension instruction; writing instruction, and math instruction and intervention.

Jennifer’s instructional approach is grounded in the Science of Reading and supported by extensive training in a range of evidence-based literacy programs, including Wilson Reading System, Fundations, Fountas and Pinnell, Reading Rescue, Reading Recovery, and the Teachers College Reading and Writing Project. She also holds a Dyslexia Teaching Certification from the Dyslexia Training Institute. She is LETRS-trained (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling), giving her a comprehensive understanding of how children acquire language and literacy skills that supports deeper understanding, stronger skill retention, and increased engagement. Jennifer is also adept at administering formal literacy assessments.

Jennifer is also passionate about STEAM instruction and project-based learning, incorporating hands-on experiences that enhance literacy and numeracy skills. Her students are supported academically and nurtured emotionally, with a focus on building self-esteem, independence, and resilience.

LOCATION: Brooklyn
TYPE OF SERVICES: Individualized reading instruction and writing
EXPERTISE: Early Childhood Education, Special Education, Foundational Literacy Development
AGES: Grades Pre-K-5

As someone who has experienced test anxiety firsthand, Yashica is dedicated to helping students manage similar challenges. In her role as Academy Director, she equips teachers with tools such as mindfulness techniques, test-taking strategies, scaffolded practice, and stress-reducing classroom routines to create a supportive testing environment. Her efforts have contributed to measurable improvements in student performance on assessments like i-Ready and NWEA MAP.

Beyond her professional life, Yashica is a proud wife and mother to her daughter. She enjoys reading, traveling, and discovering new restaurants with her family, blending her love for learning with her passion for exploration.

LOCATION: Bronx, New York
TYPE OF SERVICES: Individual academic coaching, small group instruction (2-3 students), curriculum consultation, parent-teacher collaboration
EXPERTISE: Reading and writing instruction, math intervention, Autism Spectrum Disorder, learning disabilities, dyslexia support
AGES: Kindergarten through 5th grade, middle school.

Furthermore, Lisa has taken continuing education Board Certified Behavior Analyst coursework which has given her an advantage to teaching and caring for children who develop behavioral concerns. Many of these special education teaching roles have used ABA/verbal behavior management to work with children who have had autism, ADHD, and other severe or moderate disabilities and developmental delays. Lisa’s strengths are in problem solving by gathering and creating new ways to make things work strategically and effectively.

While attending college, she transitioned into teaching. Upon completing her degree, she worked as a cluster teacher for computer technology. After relocating north of New York City, LaSheune taught inclusion classes, technology, and special education and served as a school librarian.

In addition to her role as a special education teacher, LaSheune has expertise in several programs, including Early Intervention (EI), Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) approaches, SETTS, SEIT, and private pay SEIT cases, with particular focus on working with non-verbal students. She has had a successful track record in both classroom and home settings, contributing to many positive outcomes in her career.

LOCATION: Westchester, Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Yonkers
TYPES OF SERVICES: Private SEIT and SETSS services.
EXPERTISE GROUPS: Neurotypical and neurodivergent students, emotional dysregulation, ASD, Down Syndrome, special education, behavioral difficulties
AGE: Preschool through elementary

Megan believes in and gratefully witnesses how all students have the potential to grow and succeed both in and out of the classroom. She understands the importance of getting to know a student as a whole, while building off a student’s strengths, honoring their developing skills or challenges, and including their interests within instruction. Megan believes using this understanding to develop an individualized program for a student, while providing a warm, comfortable and fun environment is essential in supporting a student’s academic success. Megan focuses on positive encouragement as a tool to help students develop confidence and build or continue their love for learning.

LOCATION: Brooklyn and Manhattan
TYPES OF SERVICES: Orton-Gillingham individualized reading and writing instruction/remediation; individualized math instruction
EXPERTISE: Orton-Gillingham approach; reading/writing/math remediation; differentiated instruction; meeting the needs of students with learning differences and disabilities
AGES: Pre-K through 5th Grade

In the domain of writing, Michelle offers tailored support to students from first grade through eighth grade, emphasizing the planning stage and organizational strategies in writing. She guides students in crafting persuasive, narrative, and informative essays, employing a process-based approach that initially focuses on generating full texts and meaningful ideas. Michelle deliberately de-emphasizes spelling, punctuation, and grammar in the initial stages, revisiting these constructs later in the writing process.

With a focus on math, Michelle brings her expertise to first through third-grade curricula. She skillfully aids students in enhancing problem-solving skills and mastering mathematical concepts through the use of tangible manipulatives and visual aids. Her approach prioritizes ensuring students have a comprehensive understanding of early mathematical concepts, laying a solid foundation for tackling more complex equations in subsequent years.

Michelle also excels in helping students strengthen their executive functioning skills. Her in-home tutoring addresses adaptable thinking, assisting students in adjusting to situations when necessary and fostering the ability to see situations from others’ perspectives. Additionally, she has experience enhancing students’ working memory, facilitating efficient retention and storage of learned information for later practical application. Michelle’s multifaceted expertise contributes significantly to students’ holistic development across various academic domains.

Jenny will begin the tutoring process by developing a relationship with your child and start with a formal comprehensive assessment to create goals. She meets children where they are academically and helps them develop the tools to help them become confident and proud readers and writers.

LOCATION: Long Island
TYPES OF SERVICES: Reading assessment, building phonemic/phonological awareness and phonics skills, homework help, individualized reading instruction, and progress monitoring.
EXPERTISE: Building phonemic and phonological awareness, decoding, reading comprehension strategies, writing reading instruction.
AGES: Pre-Kindergarten – 3rd Grade

Emily is focused on meeting students where they are and using a multisensory approach to instruction to help them understand key concepts. She ensures students feel comfortable and confident and are able to take their learning back into the classroom setting. She has experience working with students with various needs, such as ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, behavior disorders, and dyslexia.

Beyond literacy and math skills, Emily is available to help with executive functioning skills and study skills.

LOCATION: Manhattan
TYPES OF SERVICES: Individualized reading instruction, individualized math instruction, executive functioning, study skills
EXPERTISE: Elementary education, early literacy acquisition, social/emotional development
AGES: 4 years old-4th grade

Agata boasts certification in Applied Behavior Analysis therapy, a specialized field that she has found exceptionally effective in enhancing children’s communication skills, fostering concentration and attention during activities, and improving their performance in everyday tasks. She places great emphasis on employing a multisensory approach to stimulate self-directed learning, cultivate problem-solving abilities, nurture critical thinking skills, and promote emotional regulation. Furthermore, she tailors her instructional methods to cater to the unique learning styles of each individual child, ensuring optimal progress.

Agata has also worked with upper elementary students within both classroom and home settings, providing ELA and writing support. She has helped students develop their reading comprehension skills, ability to analyze passages, summarize their responses, understand sentence structure, and grow their fluency, phonics, and vocabulary.

Agata possesses substantial expertise in working with children across a spectrum of diverse needs and challenges, including those on the Autism Spectrum. Her experience extends to children diagnosed with ADHD, ADD, dyslexia, processing disorders, hyper and hypo sensory sensitivities, neurological delays, and a range of health-related issues. This broad and comprehensive exposure has equipped her with a profound understanding of the unique requirements and tailored approaches essential for effectively supporting children with a wide array of developmental and learning diversities.

Agata strongly believes in the significance of collaboration with parents, teachers, and other service providers to formulate effective learning strategies and goals, both within and outside of the classroom setting. With a wealth of experience spanning over a decade in early childhood education, Agata exudes confidence in her ability to facilitate your child’s journey towards reaching their full potential.

LOCATION: Staten Island and New Jersey
TYPE OF SERVICES: Applied Behavior Analysis Therapy, Individual therapy, Small Group (2-3 children), Educational Evaluations (DAYC-2)
EXPERTISE: Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD/ADD, Processing Disorders, Hypo & Hyper Sensory Sensitivities
LANGUAGES: Polish and English
AGES: Birth through Grade 5

Anna has been a staff developer at the Reading and Writing Project, supporting hundreds of teachers, schools, and students both internationally and for nearly a decade. Anna currently works directly supporting teachers and students in grades 3-5 with literacy. As a staff developer, Anna’s role has been to provide exceptional research-based professional development to support teachers, leaders, and students all aligned with the science of reading. In addition to working in schools, Anna has experience developing writing curriculum adopted in schools across the world. She is well known at her organization and schools for creating targeted, differentiated small-group instruction and supportive tools that go alongside these instructional plans for readers and writers. Anna’s expertise has also been instrumental in co-authoring the curriculum for test preparation.

Anna is also passionate about creating strong school relationships with leadership teams, including instructional coaches, to support teacher practices best. She has led many Coaching Institutes at The Project hosted in New York City Public Schools and Long Island, which focused on implementing effective writing practices. Anna has also led an advanced summer institute section for coaches and teacher leaders at her organization. Anna is working on her Instructional Leadership Certificate from Harvard University’s Graduate School of Education. When not working in schools, you can always find Anna enjoying time with family and friends on Long Island.

LOCATION: Long Island
TYPES OF SERVICES: Targeted instruction in reading and writing, spelling, and foundational skills
EXPERTISE: Supporting upper elementary grade readers and writers with foundational skills
AGES: Grades 2-5

Leanne provides literacy and math support, test preparation, and study skills. Her approach is compassionate and effective, aiming to build confidence and competence in her students, all while having fun! She strives to make learning enjoyable and engaging through personalized instruction, ensuring each student is supported and challenged appropriately. Leanne has experience teaching students with learning disabilities, dyslexia, speech/language processing disorders, and autism.

In her one-on-one and group sessions, Leanne employs a variety of evidence-based methodologies to enhance academic performance. Her passion and commitment to continuous learning and professional development ensure her strategies and techniques are current, allowing her to offer the best possible support.

LOCATION: Long Island
TYPE OF SERVICES: Individualized reading/math instruction, test prep, study skills, group or individual sessions available
EXPERTISE: Early childhood education, special education, early literacy, math strategies/vocabulary, social/emotional development
AGES: Birth through 6th grade

Ciaran focuses specifically on learning difficulties as well as social/emotional well-being and has experience working with students with ADHD/ADD, reading disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorder, dysgraphia, and dyscalculia. He believes in building rapport and a solid foundation based on the child’s strengths and interests. These interests carry excitement and increased self-esteem into less preferred subject areas.

Ciaran has reported positive results from child-interest-driven activities that promote confidence and motivation. His specialties include strengthening math skills using all current and traditional techniques. ELA skills are targeted through high-interest reading materials, graphic organizers, writing prompts, and positive reinforcement. Ciaran has garnered praise from colleagues and parents alike for his ability to connect with students, bring out the best in them, and make learning sessions fun. He is passionate and dedicated to his craft.

Location: Manhattan and Long Island
Types of Services: Academic Specialities Math and ELA Behavioral/Social Emotional Needs, 1:1 and/or in small groups
Expertise: Instilling and Increasing Proficiency, Self- Esteem, and Motivation in Students
Ages: 3-14, preschool through middle school

She believes in a hands-on approach to mastering mathematical concepts. One approach is through Cognitively Guided Instruction. This approach guides students to develop their mathematical understanding by solving various problems in ways that make sense to them. This approach asks students questions to help uncover and expand their mathematical knowledge.

As a former 3K teacher, Jerilynn is well versed in the Head Start Early Learning Framework, based on research about what young children should know to succeed in school. Learning is play-based, with many opportunities to engage the child to promote language, social development, and motor skills.

During the pandemic, Jerilynn excelled as the designated first-grade remote learning teacher and can add fun, hands-on, and multi-sensory approaches to online learning.

In addition to her educational experience, Jerilynn is a mother of two boys and understands the struggles that may arise when a child is having difficulty with schoolwork.  She is a tremendous animal lover and enjoys traveling during her personal time. These experiences often help Jerilynn connect with her students and their families, with whom she regularly creates strong bonds.

LOCATION: The Brox Riverdale, Westchester, and Connecticut
TYPE OF SERVICES: i.e. Individual reading/writing/math instruction, reading intervention
EXPERTISE: phonological awareness, phonics, decoding, spelling, fluency, writing, elementary math, early childhood education, social emotional development
AGES: birth through elementary school

Jenna’s teaching approach is multisensory, ensuring each lesson is systematic and individualized to meet her students’ unique needs. She prides herself on making learning joyful and engaging for all her students. In addition to academic support, Jenna provides executive functioning coaching and test preparation, focusing on enhancing students’ organizational, time management, and study skills to help them succeed academically and beyond. When Jenna is not working with children, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, going to the beach, reading, and cooking.

LOCATION: Long Island
Type of Service: In-person services
Expertise: Orton Gillingham, literacy support, academic tutoring, executive functioning coaching, test preparation
Ages: preschool through 6th grade

One of her strongest attributes has been her ability to adapt and individualize instruction to her students’ needs and to be flexible and creative in order to reach each student’s potential. Realizing that every student learns differently, she has had much success tapping into their individual learning styles. Joann incorporates a multi-modality and interactive approach and specializes in English Language Arts, Reading Comprehension, Writing Skills, Spelling, Vocabulary, and Study and Test Preparation/Test-taking skills.

Over the years she has privately tutored many 9th through 12th-grade students to successfully pass a variety of Regents, standardized tests, and required classes. She offers years of experience, exposure to new and changing methodologies, as well as tried and true techniques, all with the goal of fostering educational, emotional, and social success.

She offers the following: Individual tutoring, individualized and goal-oriented instruction, and remediation: Reading and writing skills, literacy, spelling, vocabulary, elementary math skills. Private Special Education Services for guidance, implementation, monitoring, parent training, and coordination of IEPs, behavior management, therapy, and lesson planning. Online tutoring, test preparation, and study skills (state, standardized, and classroom). Homework assistance, management, and organization through positive reinforcement to improve confidence, skills, and motivation. Expertise in English Language Arts, Writing, and Reading Skills. Analysis and identification of individual learning needs. Working with all levels of abilities with or without Special Education classification. Behavior Management. Multimodality Approaches to learning and remediation.

LOCATION: Long Island

Susan’s career reflects a powerful commitment to inclusive education, data-informed instruction, and supporting learners of all ages. She is known for her professionalism, deep knowledge of special education processes, and ability to collaborate effectively with students, families, and multidisciplinary teams.

Susan’s focus is on providing social, academic, and organizational services, both on an individual and family basis, as well as providing support to students and families as they participate in the educational realm. She provides a stress-free environment for the student and family, fostering knowledge, self-assurance, and enjoyment of the educational experience. Her approach to the successful achievement of her students’ and families’ goals includes a team approach to the evaluation of the student, as well as the interdisciplinary development of the pupils’ Individual Education Program [IEP]. Susan strongly believes that input from family members, school team members, and related service providers is essential to the attainment of the identified goals for each family and student and the continued progress in the school setting.

Location: WESTCHESTER, Greenwich CT
Types of services:  Both In-Person and Remote Services
Expertise:  SEIT Services, Reading Disorders, Special Education, Math, Academic Evaluations, EFC, IEP, and Special Education advocacy and consulting
Ages: 13 – 35 months, 3-4 years, 5-9 years (Kindergarten through 3rd grade), 9-11 years (3rd through 5th grade)

She also taught math at PS 36 in Brooklyn, grades 4 – 8, GED preparatory math and Algebra I. She has also taught Biology at Maple Leaf Educational Systems in China and served as an Assistant Principal of Special Education at Harlem Village Academies and Uncommon Schools in New York City. Omolade’s pedagogical philosophy is student-centered, and she believes in tailoring instruction to meet the unique needs of each learner.

She is experienced in working with students who have a variety of learning differences, including dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, ADHD, ADD, and executive functioning disorders. She is committed to creating a supportive learning environment where students feel safe to take risks and learn from their mistakes. Omolade enjoys developing innovative programming, mentoring and coaching teachers, and providing in-class support. When she is not teaching, she enjoys traveling and writing poetry.

LOCATION: Manhattan
TYPES OF SERVICES: 1:1, SETSS and small group
EXPERTISE: Learning Disabilities and Autism
AGE: 8 – 17

Gabrielle uses a multi-sensory approach to math providing tools such as manipulatives, counters, and ten frames for student use. Gabrielle has experience in the following math curriculums: Engage NY, Envisions, and Illustrative Math.

As a teacher and tutor Gabrielle customizes education specifically for each student. She tailors instruction to the needs of each student she works with. She is a dedicated and passionate tutor with a primary focus in creating well-rounded educational experiences for young students. She has developed a strong passion for helping all students learn and succeed.

LOCATION: Manhattan
TYPE OF SERVICES: individual therapy, group (2-3 children), assessments, literacy and math instruction
XPERTISE: phonological awareness, phonics, decoding, spelling, fluency, reading comprehension, and elementary math
AGES: K-3rd

Originally from Guyana, Shamica’s upbringing instilled in her the belief that she needed to be the change she wanted to see. This realization led her to pursue a career in special education. Shamica’s instructional focus lies in using the science of reading to enhance students’ comprehension and fostering a love for mathematics by imparting lifelong problem-solving skills.

Shamica employs a variety of teaching tools, including manipulatives, visual aids, and explicit models, to guide her pedagogy. Working with students exhibiting a range of challenges such as emotional disorders, speech and language disorders, dyslexia, executive functioning disorders, ADHD, oppositional defiant disorder, and autism, Shamica prioritizes adapting and adjusting her instruction to individual learning styles. She leverages multimedia platforms and innovative tools to create a context for deeper understanding.

Embodying the belief that every child is unique and deserving of a caring, inspiring, and engaging atmosphere, Shamica emphasizes the importance of positive elementary education in fostering successful life-long learners. Her dedication to creating an environment that nurtures emotional, intellectual, and social growth reflects her profound passion for education.

LOCATION: Queens
TYPE OF SERVICES: One on one academic support, Group academic support,
EXPERTISE: Speech-language delays, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Behavioral and Emotional disorders, Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, Multiple disabilities
AGES: Preschool through Elementary

Melissa begins the tutoring process by getting to know the student through formal and informal observations and assessments. This allows her to target student’s specific problem areas and adapt instruction. Creating a risk free environment is important when teaching all students. Melissa provides positive reinforcement to all her students. Her goal is to foster and maintain an open, honest, communicative, and supportive environment in which students feel safe, secure, engaged, and appropriately challenged.

In her free time, Melissa enjoys traveling to new places with her husband and three children.

LOCATION: Long Island
TYPE OF SERVICES: Reading, writing and math assessments, intervention, enrichment, study skills, homework, test preparation
EXPERTISE: Phonological awareness, phonics, decoding, spelling, fluency, reading comprehension, vocabulary, writing (composition and handwriting), multi sensory teaching techniques, interactive, differentiated activities
AGES: Literacy (Pre-k-6), Math (Pre-k-5), Writing (Pre-k-5) ENL (K-6)

Gabrielle effectively helps students from elementary through middle school with the Wilson Reading Program by providing individualized or small-group instruction that caters to their specific needs. This systematic approach helps these students improve their reading and spelling proficiency.

Gabrielle has had a career both in the classroom and as a private therapist, coach, and mentor. Working one on one with students as well as providing coaching for families. During her eight years in individual and small group therapy, she has worked in public, private, charter, and pre-schools creating and developing measurable and achievable goals and outcomes along-side other educators, administrators, and therapists.

Gabrielle believes in child-centered education, utilizing social-emotional support strategies to support students in both their learning and emotional education journeys. She has worked with a wide range of students from students with severe emotional dysregulation and behavioral issues to students who struggle with social and emotional cues and focus. Gabrielle has worked primarily with students aged birth to second grade however, has experience working up to 5th and 6-9th and undergraduate and graduate school.

Gabrielle is passionate about her family, with her chef husband and two young children ages 4 and 1, in addition to travel, running, cooking, and anything involving the outdoors. She is dedicated to teaching and making it engaging. She loves mystery novels and solving each student’s unique learning puzzle is truly her passion.

LOCATION: Manhattan, Westchester, and Connecticut

Beyond K-2, Zachary has experience working with upper elementary school students (3rd and 4th grades), preparing them for NYS assessments in both ELA and Math. In addition to coaching students on test-taking strategies, Zach places a strong emphasis on comprehension, ensuring a well-rounded and effective educational experience for his students.

LOCATION: Manhattan and Westchester
TYPE OF SERVICES: Individual tutoring, group tutoring, Foundational Skills in Literacy and Math, assessment
EXPERTISE: Increasing fluency and comprehension with emergent readers and mathematicians.
AGES:  Kindergarten through Grade 4

Sohayla offers remote sessions, designed for families who need flexibility without sacrificing quality. Every session is interactive, structured, and personalized. Parents get full transparency through an active Google Drive folder tailored to their child’s academic progress.

Sohayla is committed to strong communication and builds meaningful rapport with both students and families. Her love of learning, attention to detail, and devotion to student success drive everything she does. She believes deeply in creating a positive, inclusive learning environment where every child feels supported, challenged, and excited to learn. She is passionate about helping students strengthen their skills, grow their confidence, and realize their full potential.

Sohayla’s goal is simple: to create a warm, creative learning space where students feel supported, challenged, and genuinely excited to learn. Whether your child is struggling, emerging, or ready to be pushed further, Sohayla would love to support their academic growth.

LOCATION: Remote
TYPES OF SERVICES: Phonics, literacy, Reading comprehension, writing, spelling, vocabulary, math skills, strategies, and concepts.
EXPERTISE: Specializing in working with students with learning disabilities. Teaching systematic and explicit instruction. Implementing Evidence-based practices.
AGES: K-12 Literacy & Phonics, & K-6 Math

Her experience includes working with students with a wide range of learning profiles, including those with autism, ADHD, dyslexia, anxiety disorders, speech/language impairments, and learning disabilities. She specializes in providing targeted intervention in phonemic awareness, letter/sound identification, decoding/encoding, fluency, reading comprehension, and writing. Through guided reading, Orton-Gillingham practices, and a multi-sensory instructional approach, Rebecca meets students at their current literacy levels to promote growth and confidence. For upper elementary students, she integrates literacy instruction by connecting reading fluency, comprehension, critical analysis, and writing skills to foster a deeper understanding and love of learning. Rebecca has also worked with students on enhancing executive functioning skills to assist them in being successful in their classroom settings and manage their work. Rebecca’s commitment to individualized, data-driven instruction ensures a positive and enriching educational experience for all students.

LOCATIONS: Remote
TYPES OF SERVICES: Orton-Gillingham, decoding/encoding, sight-word recognition, leveled literacy instruction, reading fluency and comprehension, writing, math
EXPERTISE: Orton-Gillingham, decoding/encoding support, improving reading fluency and comprehension, strengthening writing skills
AGES: birth through elementary school

Rachel uses a multisensory, explicit approach to teaching foundational literacy skills, incorporating tools like decodable texts, play-doh, sound boxes, and magnet chips. This allows students to build phonemic awareness and decoding skills in an engaging and effective way. Her work has helped students with dyslexia, ADHD, speech and language delays, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and other reading challenges become successful readers.

In math, Rachel brings abstract concepts to life through manipulatives such as cubes, counters, and play-doh, helping students understand through hands-on exploration. She also has one-on-one tutoring experience, both in-home and remotely, supporting students in building their academic skills and confidence.

Rachel believes that all students can learn when instruction is individualized and supportive. She emphasizes the importance of addressing social-emotional needs alongside academics and takes time to build strong, trusting relationships with her students, creating a safe and encouraging learning environment.

LOCATION: Manhattan and the Bronx
TYPES OF SERVICES: Individual and group instruction in reading, writing, phonics, and math (Pre-K through 2nd grade)
EXPERTISE: Orton-Gillingham approach, phonics and reading intervention, Science of Reading/Wiley Blevins-based instruction
AGES: Pre-K through elementary school

In addition to math and literacy support, Patti provides test prep, comprehension and vocabulary strategies, writing composition and parental support. She has worked with students with ADD/ADHD, Asperger’s, and math anxiety.

In her spare time, she enjoys reading, writing poetry, walking, and listening to music.

LOCATION: Long Island
TYPE OF SERVICES: individual in person; small group; remote if needed
EXPERTISE: Math instruction; Literacy instruction; Writing Composition; Test Prep
AGES: Math – Grades 2-6 Literacy and Writing Grades 2-8

Dr. Patricia’s expertise extends to a wide range of learning differences, including ADHD/ADD, reading disorders, autism spectrum disorder, language processing disorders, dyslexia, writing disorders, dysgraphia, twice-exceptional profiles, and other special education needs. She understands the importance of addressing both academic and emotional factors to promote motivation, resilience, and positive learning outcomes.

Before instruction begins, Dr. Patricia carefully assesses each student’s strengths, challenges, interests, and learning style. She then designs highly engaging, individualized lessons using research-based strategies tailored to the student’s goals. Whether supporting preschoolers in classroom settings or working with students struggling with attention, literacy, or executive functioning, her goal is always to foster academic growth, self-confidence, and independence.

Parents describe Dr. Patricia as deeply committed to her students’ progress and well-being. She recognizes the emotional toll that academic struggles—especially in reading and writing—can have on a child’s self-esteem and motivation. As such, she strives to create a warm, structured environment where students feel supported, capable, and proud of their unique strengths.

LOCATION: Manhattan, Queens, and Long Island
TYPES OF SERVICES: Multisensory reading, spelling, and writing instruction; SEIT; SETSS
EXPERTISE: Teaching children and adults to read and write; supporting students with ADHD/ADD, dyslexia, autism spectrum disorder, language processing disorders, writing disorders, dysgraphia, and other learning challenges; assisting students with one-to-one classroom educational, emotional, and social support
AGES: Children and Adults

This has provided her with experiences involving students with a wide range of intellectual, emotional, and behavioral disabilities. Being that she works in an inclusion classroom, she works closely with special education students and has practice differentiating and scaffolding lessons to meet their needs. Lynsey has taught summer school the last 3 years for the NYC DOE where she has taught second, third, and sixth grade, focusing specifically on literacy and math. Lynsey also taught a STEM after-school program for 3 years, helping students use digital tools and devices to complete enrichment projects. Lynsey’s mother and father are both teachers, as well as her sister, who is a Special Education teacher. Lynsey has been exposed to teaching practices from an early age and comes from a family of educators. Lynsey strongly believes in the importance of understanding that every student learns differently, and it is imperative to find strategies and skills to help students succeed. Lynsey incorporates hands-on, interactive manipulatives to help students meet educational, emotional, and behavioral goals. Lynsey also has extensive knowledge of the NYS New Common Core learning standards, as well as training in social-emotional support. She brings a passion and creative eye to her work with families and students of all learning abilities.

Lynsey has helped students achieve literacy skills such as decoding, spelling, reading fluency, reading comprehension skills, and writing skills by using visuals, hands-on manipulatives, and digital applications to help students learn and stay engaged. She has received training in LETRS and Into Reading Phonics, both of which incorporate structured literacy principles aligned with the Orton-Gillingham approach. She also has a strong working knowledge of Orton-Gillingham methods, guided by her school’s reading coach. Lynsey strongly believes in evaluating each student to see which strategies he or she would best benefit from, whether it is practice with sounding out words or forming paragraphs. Students need repetition and lots of practice when learning new mathematical skills. Lynsey believes in constant and continuous engagement in fun, digital ways to help students learn their number lines, adding, subtracting, multiplying, dividing, and more. Since Lynsey works in an ICT classroom, she has had many students in the past with attention, behavioral, and emotional learning issues. Lynsey believes it is imperative to get to know each student, learning about their strengths, needs, and areas of improvement. Once she has developed a deeper understanding of each child’s needs, she is able to provide the most beneficial and appropriate strategies and materials necessary to achieve each child’s educational and emotional goals. Social-emotional support is her strong suit, and she uses many digital applications and SEL (social-emotional learning) strategies to make the students feel welcomed, safe and supported.

LOCATION: Long Island

Kirsten is especially adept at quickly targeting a students’ highest-need area and making an action plan to reach their specific goals. She has worked frequently with students requiring intensive support in both literacy and math. She prides herself on getting to know each student on both an academic and personal level to not only best drive outcomes, but also to take into account that students’ preferences and interests. She is passionate about making learning engaging, relevant, and fun! Kirsten has specifically worked with students on decoding, spelling, fluency, reading comprehension, writing skills, and elementary math. Kirsten combines many modalities within her lessons to help students grasp each concept in interactive and age-appropriate ways. She highly values open communication with students and families to work together to best support each student as they progress. Kirsten works with students in grades 1-5 and is highly familiar with the NYS elementary grade-level scope and sequence.

Location: Manhattan
Types of Services: Multi-sensory Reading Instruction, Reading Comprehension, Writing, Spelling, ELA, Math, Test Prep
Expertise: Individualized assessment and intervention in elementary math and literacy, targeting specific learning disabilities
Ages: 5-9 years (Kindergarten through 3rd grade), 9-11 years (3rd through 5th grade)

Kimberly has worked with students with various learning styles, ranging from primary to intermediate grade levels. She has focused on assisting students in advancing their reading levels to practicing alternative math styles to better suit difficult material. Kimberly has helped support students in intermediate grade levels to tackle the difficulties of common core math with visuals and differentiated material, along with multi-sensory approaches to learning. She also focuses on handwriting and spelling practice with tactile approaches and is well-versed in Handwriting Without Tears, with over 13 years of experience using the program to support handwriting development.

Kimberly provides a warm, safe, engaging learning space to keep alive the fun in learning while facing the challenges of the Common Core curriculum and these unprecedented times. She specializes in foundational reading skills, phonemic awareness, and writing and math skills. Kimberly strongly believes we can make a difference in our world by being a positive role model to our youth and spreading kindness.

LOCATION: Long Island
TYPES OF SERVICES: Individualized plans for reading, writing, and arithmetic intervention, foundational reading, writing, and arithmetic support, leveled literacy assessments, and interventions, phonemic awareness
EXPERTISE: Early and emergent readers, phonemic awareness, reading comprehension, and writing, individuals with different learning abilities and disabilities, individualized instruction
AGES: PreK–6th

When not teaching or tutoring, Kara enjoys spending time with her husband and 1-year-old daughter, Avery. Kara also enjoys exercising and loves working with The Girls on the Run running program!

LOCATION: Riverdale, Yonkers, Westchester and Connecticut
TYPE OF SERVICES: Individual & group sessions, evaluations, parent consultations, etc.
EXPERTISE: Language-based learning disabilities such as dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, etc.
AGES: Kindergarten-6th Grade

David earned his bachelor’s degree in International Relations at the University of California, Davis. He earned his general education teaching credential at Mills College in Oakland. He earned his Masters degree in Special Education at California State University, East Bay. David is trained in the Orton–Gillingham approach to literacy, guided reading, Fountas and Pinnell, Barton and Sonday systems, Do the Math, reading comprehension, Assistive Technology, Executive Function and study skills, functional behavioral assessments, as well as a variety of other instructional practices for teaching English language arts, math, and behavior. When working with students with reading disabilities, David typically builds a strong foundation in phonics using a multi–sensory approach first. Then, he will help students to expand their comprehension skills through reading, questions, and dialogue. However, every student is different. He conducts informal assessments to determine the exact needs of every student.

TYPES OF SERVICES: Individual tutoring, small groups (2–5 students), IEP consultation
EXPERTISE: Literacy for students with dyslexia and/or ADHD, Orton–Gillingham, Executive Function, struggling readers, multi-sensory math, making learning fun and rewarding
LOCATION: Brooklyn, Queens
AGES: Pre-K through 8th grade

Jill’s instructional expertise includes phonological awareness, phonics, decoding, spelling, fluency, reading comprehension, vocabulary, writing, dyslexia intervention, and elementary math.  She will design and customize an instructional plan for your child that maximizes their potential and leads to successful outcomes.

In addition to her extensive experience as an educator, Jill is also a leader and role model.  She has mentored new teachers, served as grade-level team leader, provided staff development on effective literacy instruction to teachers and administrators, and led campus literacy initiatives.  She is a graduate of Nova Southeastern University with a Master of Science in Education Law and is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Reading Education from Texas Woman’s University.

LOCATION: Remote
TYPE OF SERVICES:  Assessments and literacy and math instruction for individual students and groups (2-3 students)
EXPERTISE: Phonological awareness, phonics, decoding, spelling, fluency, reading comprehension, vocabulary, writing (composition and handwriting), dyslexia intervention, and elementary math
AGES: Literacy (K-12), Math (K-5)

Jenna is skilled in providing literacy support, as well as helping with math concepts and problem-solving. She uses a variety of approaches and modifications based on the student’s learning styles to help them tackle these commonly challenging content areas. Jenna provides multi-sensory math support through the use of tactile methods including using manipulatives and visual aids to represent numerical values. This helps support math skills such as counting, one-to-one correspondence, addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. Jenna also uses various multisensory and interactive techniques to help improve literacy skills such as reading fluency, reading comprehension, sight word recognition, decoding, and spelling. To teach sight words and spelling, Jenna uses a “read it, build it, write it” technique, as well as air writing, word recognition games, and focus on segmenting and blending to help the students connect in various ways to what the words they are learning. To support reading comprehension skills, Jenna encourages the student to create pictures in their head or visualizations as they read, use context clues, and locate keywords to help them understand the text. Jenna evaluates each student to see what strategies would work best and ways to modify the learning to best support the child.

Executive functioning skills can be difficult for many students and can impact their academic success, as well as their ability to build strong social relationships. Jenna helps students strengthen these skills by focusing on organizational skills, planning, time management, self-control, flexibility, attention, and working memory. Some techniques used to improve these areas are creating schedules to set expectations, teaching and practicing routines, using timers, playing games and songs to improve memory and recall, and using reinforcers and breaks to help improve impulse control and self-regulation. For improvement with working memory deficits, students are shown how to use notes, lists, and other visuals to help them retain and store learned information and use it in other areas. To help build social skills, Jenna uses social stories to demonstrate different conversation starters and appropriate topics when in a social setting. Modeling, role-playing, and videos are also used to help students gain confidence to improve their social relationships.

LOCATION: Manhattan and Westchester
TYPE OF SERVICES: Individualized literacy instruction, math problem-solving skills, homework help, executive functioning skills, and building social skills.
EXPERTISE: Working one-to-one with students with learning differences in all content areas.
AGES: Grades 1-6

In addition to her literacy and math instruction, Giana employs ABA methodologies, visual schedules, and positive reinforcement systems to support students’ academic and social-emotional growth. She integrates a token economy system to help students who need behavior modifications, ensuring a positive and supportive learning environment.

Giana’s holistic approach ensures that every student receives personalized, effective support tailored to their unique needs, helping them succeed academically and socially.

LOCATION: Queens and Long Island
TYPE OF SERVICES: Elementary reading, writing, and math
TEST PREP: 3-5 ELA and Math test prep
EXPERTISE: Learning disabilities, Speech and Language impairments, ADHD, autism, guided reading, writing development, curriculum modification, assessment, and data analysis
AGES: K-5

Additionally, he has integrated Lexia, I-Ready, and Achieve 3,000 into daily small group and individualized classroom instruction. Derek has also supported parents by conducting action research with students. For example, he presented reading comprehension workshops and analyzed student data before and after parents utilized my strategies at home. This allowed him to effectively respond to student’s needs by providing parents with a plethora of ELA strategies in order to support their children at home.

Location: Long Island
Types of Services: Individualized ELA instruction and remediation, building and strengthening knowledge of phonics, reading fluency, comprehension, and written expression (Grades 3–8)
Expertise: ELA and Math instruction for grades 3–8, Orton Gillingham, test prep for ELA and math
Ages: 3rd through 8th grade

Dana has been a teacher for 10 years in a public school setting at an elementary school in Teaneck, NJ. Her first year of teaching she taught Kindergarten, Language and Learning Disabilities (LLD), and after that Pre-K 4 special education. Dana understands the importance of individualized instruction to best meet the needs of all students. She also understands the benefits of a home to school connection to ensure children have a continuous learning experience outside of the classroom. Dana’s goals are to help children with the appropriate academic and social skills needed to progress, along with providing a fun, safe, and positive learning experience for both children and their families!

Location: Manhattan, New Jersey, and Queens
Type of Services: Literacy, Math, Science, Social Emotional Development, Behavioral Support.
Expertise: Child Development/Special Education-Working with children who have special needs, providing differentiated instruction, providing a multi-sensory approach to learning, assessment to drive instruction, Home and Center-based Early Intervention, IEP and IFSP preparation to ensure students are provided with appropriate goals and modifications to best meet their needs. Positive Behavior Support (PBS) to provide families and students with strategies to best cope with challenging behaviors at home and school. Developmentally appropriate state aligned curriculum writing, expertise with Tools of the Mind Curriculum, exposure to Creative Curriculum, emergent reading, writing, handwriting and math skills.
Ages: Preschool to highschool; young adults

Betsy is also passionate about reading and believes in the importance of building students’ confidence at the elementary level. She loves to spark reading in young children and scaffold and develop reading strategies to support them as they gain underlying literacy skills. She has worked with a multitude of students implementing reading instruction and specializes in instruction with students who have difficulties with decoding. Betsy is trained and has experience implementing both The Orton-Gillingham Approach and Wilson Foundations Curriculum. She has also is extremely experienced with the Teachers College Reading Workshop, Fountas and Pinnell reading programs. She currently teaches for a Talented and Gifted program in the Greenwich Public School District where she also uses the William and Mary Center for Gifted Education curriculum along with The Challenging Common Core Language Arts Curriculum to deliver instruction for her students.

Location: Westchester and Connecticut
Type of Services: Initial reading and math assessments, individualized reading, phonemic awareness, phonics, spelling and math intervention, and instruction.
Expertise: Homework help, spelling difficulties, reading comprehension, expository and narrative writing instruction
Ages: Elementary school

During this time, she has taught socio-emotional learning, writing, math, science, social studies, read aloud, math stories and targeted literacy in both the General and Special Education setting. In her numerous roles, Anyelis has offered growth to all students in various settings including the classroom, in small group and one-on-one intervention. This includes students who struggle with reading, writing, and math as well as those who have attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), executive functioning disorders, behavioral challenges, and speech and language impairment. Individualizing and fostering great joy on school curricula to match the requirements and problems of the clients with whom she works is one of Anyelis’ most amazing abilities.

She has been trained and has experience with the following Math and Language Arts programs like Amplify, CKLA, iReady, NWEA, STEP tool, F&P, and Zearn to analyze and target instruction to student needs. Anyelis is also trained on data collection of academic progress and behavioral progress, as well as creating Behavioral Intervention Plans and collecting Functional Behavioral Analysis data. Her experience broadened her understanding of teaching techniques as well as her capacity for adaptability, individualization, acceptance and appreciation for a variety of cultures, beliefs, and learning styles.

Through enthusiastic affirmation of each student’s unique potential, Anyelis thrives to inspire all of her students to pursue lifelong learning. Anyelis has witnessed how this approach promotes independence and ownership in students. She uses a range of tactics through tailored training to fulfill the requirements of her students. She works with children to improve not just their literacy abilities but also their confidence and self-esteem so they are ready to use what they have learned back in their classes.

Anyelis enjoys going to museums, trying out new restaurants, doing adventures activities, event decorating and crafting.

LOCATION: Manhattan, The Bronx, Riverdale, and Westchester
TYPE OF SERVICES: Individual therapy, literacy and math instruction for individual students and groups (2-3 children), ABA therapy
EXPERTISE: Early childhood education, special education, social/emotional development. Early Literacy: Phonological awareness, phonics, decoding, spelling fluency, reading comprehension, writing and Autism Spectrum Disorder.
AGES: birth through elementary school

Anastasiya has dedicated her career to working in private and public schools, agencies, and homebased intervention sites throughout all boroughs. She has experience servicing children grades K-5 with a wide range of disabilities including: speech and language impairments, learning disabilities, autism, dyslexia, ADHD, auditory processing disorder,

dyspraxia, anxiety disorders, and comorbidity of these impairments. Anastasiya has also worked with many ESL students who need assistance in understanding their school’s curriculum and producing grade level work. She utilizes her interpersonal skills to collaborate with teachers, therapists and parents in order to set up effective communication, which is utilized as a powerful tool in helping the child become a successful lifelong partner.

EXPERTISE:

• NYS Teaching Certifications: Early Childhood Education (Birth-Grade2),
• NYS Teaching Certifications: Early Childhood Special Education (Birth-Grade 2)
• NYS Teaching Certifications: School Leadership and District Leadership
• Trained in Universal Pre-K
• Over 15 years of teaching and tutoring experience
• Over 15 years of SEIT/ Early Intervention experience
• Highly trained in literacy based instruction and mathematics instruction
• Skilled in Orton Gillingham, ABA (Applied Behavioral Analysis) Fountas and Pinnell, Teachers College Reading and Writing Workshop, Engage NY Math, GoMath, Junior Great Books, Wilson Fundations Program.

LOCATION: Long Island

LOCATION: Queens and Long Island.
TYPES OF SERVICES: Multisensory Reading Instruction, Administration and Interpretation of formal and informal Reading and Math Assessments, Math Instruction and Remediation, Executive Functioning, Study Skills, and Common Core Homework Help.
EXPERTISE: Taneeka has experience working with children who have difficulty decoding (reading words correctly) including those with dyslexia, reading fluently, spelling difficulties, reading comprehension, expository and narrative writing instruction. She also has expertise providing grade level and remedial math instruction, homework help, common core tutoring, building executive functions.
AGES: Kindergarten through 8th Grade.

Johanna believes every child has the opportunity to learn in the best way for their individual learning style and that building great partnerships with families is important to help students academically.

LOCATION: Queens
TYPES OF SERVICES: Individualized reading (decoding, comprehension fluency), Individualized math (fluency, problem solving, number sense). Test Prep for State ELA & Math (Grades 3-5)
EXPERTISE: Intervention for children struggling with decoding, comprehension, and fluency
AGES: Preschool – 5th Grade

Ashley is experienced in the Fundations Wilson Language Training program and uses this to assist learners in developing foundational skills in phonics and word study. Following a multi-sensory approach, Ashley uses games and activities such as sound tapping, dictation exercises, and word building to help build her student’s reading skills.

Ashley has worked with learners of varying abilities by modifying instruction, collaborating with parents, and implementing individualized education plans (IEPs) and interventions as needed. She has serviced children with learning differences such as ADHD, ADD, and generalized reading, writing, and math learning disabilities. She understands the patience and grace these students need and works with them to build their confidence and excitement around learning.

In addition to her teaching experience in literacy, Ashley is an experienced math tutor for elementary-aged students. She works with students to achieve goals in basic number sense, addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals, measurement, geometry, data understanding, problem-solving, and critical thinking. Ashley prides herself on believing every student can become a confident and competent reader, writer, and mathematician with the right support. She loves seeing the joy on students’ faces when the material “clicks,” and they truly enjoy their tutoring sessions.

Ashley specializes in designing hands-on math lessons that incorporate manipulatives to enhance student learning. By fostering engagement through interactive, real-world problem-solving, she helps students make meaningful connections that deepen their conceptual understanding. Her goal is to help students see that math is all around us in everyday life, bridging the gap between what they learn in the classroom and how math applies in the real world.

Ashley enjoys baking and reading outside the classroom and is an avid runner, completing annual half marathons! She looks forward to supporting students on their learning journeys and helping them succeed academically and in life.

LOCATION: Brooklyn
TYPE OF SERVICES: Individual reading, writing and math instruction, group instruction (groups of 2-3)
EXPERTISE: Elementary reading, writing and math instruction
AGES: Kindergarten- 5th Grade

Manisha has worked both with students who do and do not have learning differences ranging from 6 weeks to 6 years old. Parents laud Manisha’s caring and professional nature. Her work with students who have speech delays, articulation difficulties, decreased fine and gross motor skills, behavioral difficulties, and those with learning disabilities makes her a well-rounded educator to work with all types of individuals with multiple needs.

When entering the learning environment, Manisha aims to make her students feel welcomed and comfortable. She does this by learning her students’ personalities and seeing them as individuals and not by their differences. Manisha’s teaching style for younger children is learning through play and individual curiosities. She does this by bringing fun manipulatives and having students engage in hands-on activities while also piquing one’s interest. Manisha also includes the parents’ wants when working with young students as they know their child best!

Manisha has a strong passion for working with all types of students! She continuously aims to grow as an educator by taking continuing education courses to keep up to date with new techniques to help students achieve their goals. She has currently been enrolled in CUNY Hunter’s BCBA program to become a Board Certified Behavioral Analyst to one day help and train other like-minded individuals with the same passion.

Manisha’s teaching philosophy is ‘the care of the future is mine’. To her the children of today are our future and the responsibility of making sure that children grow up and become their best selves is hers.

LOCATION: Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens, and Long Island
TYPE OF SERVICES: Individual therapy, group (2-3 children), speech-language evaluations, parent consultations
EXPERTISE: Speech-language delays, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Feeding, and Swallowing Disorders
AGES: birth through elementary school

As a Brooklyn Letters reading tutor, Rachel uses the Wilson (Grade 3 and above) and Fundations (Grades K-2) programs to improve children’s decoding, fluency, comprehension, and spelling skills. She is intent on creating a nurturing and supportive learning environment for her students so they feel most comfortable persisting and challenging themselves. She highlights students’ strengths by tailoring lessons to meet each student’s unique learning style.

Location: Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Queens
Types of Services: Assessment and intervention for children struggling with decoding, reading comprehension, fluency, and spelling; developing and implementing behavior intervention plans.
Expertise: Initial reading assessments, individualized reading and spelling intervention, and instruction.

Megan employs a direct and explicit approach to teaching reading, spelling, handwriting, and writing skills, fine-tuning her instruction to help students meet their goals. She has been commended for her ability to create a learning environment that feels safe and supportive for her students.

Outside of teaching, Megan greatly enjoys reading, spending time outdoors, and traveling.

LOCATION: Brooklyn and Manhattan
TYPES OF SERVICES: Individualized instruction including reading, spelling, writing, handwriting, vocabulary, fluency, and reading comprehension skills
EXPERTISE: dyslexia and other language-based learning disabilities
AGES: grades K-5

Rooted in the belief that all children can and want to learn, Dolly’s teaching philosophy centers on creating a safe and inclusive environment. She strives to meet students where they are and facilitate their progress through customized lessons, specializing in phonemic awareness, letter/sound identification, blending sounds, word memory, and writing. Known for her patience, kindness, and nurturing demeanor, Dolly values forming strong partnerships with families to ensure the best support for each child’s educational journey. Her expertise includes working with students with dyslexia, ASD, ADHD, and other learning differences, ensuring that every child has the tools they need to succeed.

LOCATION: Brooklyn
TYPE OF SERVICES: Individual & group sessions, evaluations, parent consultations, etc.
EXPERTISE: Students with disabilities, Orton-Gillingham-based literacy instruction, language-based learning disabilities such as dyslexia and dysgraphia, etc.
AGES: Birth through high school

Through the structured literacy framework, Peter specializes in helping young learners who struggle with literacy in grades K through 4 to build a firm foundation in reading and spelling. Peter’s structured literacy program focuses on phonemic awareness, multi-sensory phonics, decoding and fluency, encoding (spelling), high-frequency word recognition, and reading and listening comprehension. Peter also provides targeted structured literacy instruction, focusing only on those areas of a child’s knowledge and skills that require further development. He utilizes explicit, sequenced, systematic teaching methods and lesson plans to help young learners build critical reading and spelling skills.

For ELA and Common Core instruction, Peter helps learners break down what they read into manageable chunks, paraphrase for greater understanding, and write short answer and essay responses with clarity, coherence, and confidence. He also offers old-school grammar instruction for students who never learned parts of speech and sentence construction, addressing other gaps in their educational background.

For college and graduate students, especially those in the humanities and social sciences, Peter offers expert guidance in academic writing for essays, research papers, and dissertations. This includes support in writing literature reviews, developing a theoretical framework and research methodology, and revising, editing, and proofreading for clarity, style, and coherence. Peter aids in developing and fostering academic writing that is clear, concise, and meaningful. Additionally, through a process of note-taking and paraphrasing, he helps students struggling with difficult academic texts to more easily assimilate the ideas and information presented.

Peter holds a doctorate in urban education from the CUNY Graduate Center, an M.S. in special education from Hunter College (CUNY), and a B.A. in dramatic literature from NYU.

Location: Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Queens
Types of Services: Multi-sensory phonics assessment and instruction, qualitative reading assessments, reading and listening comprehension, New York State ELA curriculum and Common Core standards instruction, and research/writing development for older learners.
Expertise: Structured literacy assessment/instruction and intervention for struggling and reluctant readers, especially students with dyslexia and/or other learning disabilities.
Ages:
5–10 years (K-4) for structured literacy
8–14 years (3-8) for ELA and Common Core
18-80 for advanced research and writing

Marie uses a multisensory approach to tap into those strengths to build a community within the classroom.  She deeply values the arts and their ability to cultivate creativity and individual expression among students. In her teaching, she draws upon her music therapy background, allowing the arts to play an integral part in her work.  Having a background in this adds to her depth and strength as a therapist and teacher, and she uses music to enhance learning for her students.

Marie’s experience over the last 20 years has included working as the head teacher at a preschool for children with special needs, a SEIT working individually with children with autism in their classrooms, a parent trainer, and a CPSE evaluator. She values the connections made with the parents of her students and supports families in implementing systems at home. Marie educates parents on nutrition, picky eating, mealtime, and bedtime routines, independence in toileting, and fostering positive routines during daily transitions.

Marie values the importance nutrition, sleep, and gross motor play have in the child’s daily behavior and overall development.  She has always recognized the strong correlation between core strength and expressive language and values the relationship between gross motor strength and executive functioning, focus and attention, and reading.  This has led her to strongly value and incorporate sensory play and heavy work into her students’ goal plans and play sessions.  She has most recently been learning how gestalt language processors develop language and is fascinated to see growth and experience language connections with them! She has also explored how sensory experiences influence language and learning, bringing her full circle back to her roots of being a music therapist and using music as a sensory modality and a way for children to communicate and learn.

Marie specializes in working with autistic children ages 3-6 who have sensory processing delays, general developmental delays, and executive functioning needs. She is trained in Music Therapy and Applied Behavior Analysis and has taken training in DIR Floortime, gestalt language processing, and Montessori methods.

LOCATION: Brooklyn, Queens, and Long Island
TYPE OF SERVICES: Private SEIT services, classroom push-in, parent consultations
EXPERTISE: early childhood special education, Autism Spectrum Disorder, sensory processing, executive functioning
AGES: early childhood 3-6 years old

Perry’s approach with preschool-aged students is rooted in Montessori and Floortime principles, providing a strong foundation for their growth in a nurturing, child-led environment. In literacy, Perry specializes in assisting students with challenges in reading comprehension, reading fluency, recognizing sight words, decoding multisyllabic words, and writing. She has experience teaching Wilson/Fundations and exposure to Orton-Gillingham.

In mathematics, Perry focuses on building deep understanding through hands-on learning, visual models, and guided discovery. Her math instruction helps students develop confidence, strong number sense, and independent problem-solving skills.

LOCATIONS: Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Queens
TYPES OF SERVICE: Individual sessions, Dyads (2 students), Multisensory Reading Instruction, Multisensory Math Instruction, Behavioral Interventions, Basic ABA, Basic Floortime intervention
EXPERTISE: Autism Spectrum Disorders, Speech-language delays
AGES: PreK-4th Grade

Specializing in supporting students with learning differences such as dyslexia and attentional issues like ADHD, Eliana is dedicated to helping all students build confidence in their literacy skills and achieve independence in their learning journey. Outside of education, Eliana enjoys traveling, exploring new areas and restaurants, and advocating for literacy education. She is passionate about empowering students to believe in themselves and excel in reading and writing.

Location: Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Queens
Type of Services: Individual tutoring, small group sessions (2-3 children), literacy assessments, parent consultations
Expertise: Reading and writing support, strategies for students with learning differences
Ages: Pre-K through 6th grade

What sets Madia apart as an educator is her unwavering dedication to creating individualized, nurturing, and empowering learning environments. She believes in establishing strong rapport with each student, tailoring instruction to address their unique needs, and adapting teaching methods to ensure continuous progress for every child.

Madia is a seasoned writing specialist dedicated to fostering young writers’ growth. With expertise in the Writing Without Tears program, Houghton Mifflin Harcourt (HMH) curriculum, and the Teachers College Reading and Writing Project, Madia brings a dynamic and effective approach to writing instruction. Utilizing the Writing Without Tears program, Madia helps young students develop foundational writing skills. The HMH curriculum enhances their reading-writing connection, while the workshop model from the Teachers College Project encourages students to see themselves as authors, engaging in personalized and collaborative writing processes. Committed to creating a supportive learning environment, Madia empowers students to explore their creativity and improve their writing skills, making a significant impact on their academic confidence and growth.

Madia’s organizational skills and attention to detail are evident in her meticulous tracking of student progress. She adjusts interventions as needed to facilitate continuous growth, emphasizing the importance of collaborative relationships with parents and classroom teachers. Madia understands that a holistic approach to a student’s education is essential for success, and her commitment to making a positive impact on the lives of struggling readers is reflected in her comprehensive approach and unwavering dedication to the field of reading intervention.

Location: Brooklyn, Queens, and Long Island
Type of Service: Reading and Math intervention for individual students.
Expertise: Dyslexic intervention, Orton Gillingham and S.P.I.R.E.  certified, reading and math intervention for special education students.
Ages: Pre-K to Adult

Drawing from her passion for neuroscience, Ashley incorporates insights from experts like Dan Siegel into her teaching methodology. She is committed to helping students understand and manage their stress responses, fostering a sense of safety and regulation in the learning environment. By utilizing multisensory techniques tailored to each student’s learning style, Ashley facilitates the development of deep neurological connections that enhance comprehension and retention of material.

Before commencing tutoring sessions, Ashley conducts comprehensive assessments to identify each student’s strengths and areas for growth across various literacy domains, including phonemic awareness, phonics, decoding, spelling, vocabulary, reading comprehension, and handwriting. This individualized approach ensures that instruction is precisely targeted to meet the needs of each learner, maximizing their progress and success.

Through her structured, engaging, and challenging lessons, Ashley empowers students to build confidence in their abilities and develop essential literacy skills. By prioritizing a student-centered approach and fostering a collaborative learning partnership, Ashley creates a supportive atmosphere where students can thrive academically and personally.

LOCATION: Brooklyn and Manhattan
TYPES OF SERVICE: Assessments and literacy instruction using the Orton-Gillingham approach individual or small group (2-3 students)
EXPERTISE: Phonemic awareness, phonics, decoding, spelling, vocabulary, morphology, reading comprehension, handwriting, and paragraph/essay writing
AGES: K-8th grade

Early in her career, Mariel worked at the Henry Viscardi School, where she developed and implemented augmentative communication systems for children with a wide range of physical and cognitive disabilities. She has since cultivated a reputation for her collaborative approach with families, her strong advocacy for her students, and her ability to create joyful, success-oriented learning environments.

Mariel also brings experience as a homeschool instructor and itinerant educator, making her especially well-suited for one-on-one, in-home academic instruction. She thoughtfully modifies Common Core-aligned curricula to meet each student’s learning style, needs, and interests. She is well-versed in multisensory instruction and is familiar with structured literacy programs such as Orton-Gillingham and Wilson.

Above all, Mariel believes that learning should be meaningful and enjoyable. Her engaging and adaptive teaching approach helps children build confidence, stay curious, and reach their fullest potential

Sophia’s extensive experience includes catering to diverse learners in her ICT classroom, where she tailors instruction to meet individual needs, alongside her three-year tenure as a special education teacher, specializing in providing English Language Arts and math support to high-functioning students.

Utilizing a multisensory approach to phonics, reading, writing, and math, Sophia employs decodable texts, sand, sound boxes, foam letters, magnets, base ten blocks, ten frames, foam chips, whiteboards, and number lines. She emphasizes explicit, individualized instruction, making learning “sticky” for her students.

Highly organized, trustworthy, approachable, and detail-oriented, Sophia’s interests extend beyond teaching to activities like running on the West Side Highway, petting every dog she sees, and exploring the best restaurants in the city. An ex-Bostonian who has fallen in love with New York, Sophia brings a dynamic and engaging energy to her teaching approach.

LOCATION: Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Queens
TYPES OF SERVICES: Individual and group instruction in reading, writing, phonics, math, and science instruction (levels: K through Sixth grade)
EXPERTISE: Phonics and Reading intervention, Reading Comprehension, Writing, Math Skills/Concepts, Wiley Blevins/Science of Reading-based approach, Fontas and Pinnell, and Guided Reading Leveled Literacy
AGES: Kindergarten through Middle School

Nicole’s diverse professional background encompasses roles as a Teacher (Classroom, SETSS, SEIT), Supervisor, Behavior Specialist, Consultant, Parent Trainer, and ADHD Coach. She has provided remediation to individuals ranging from birth to young adults in both public and private sectors. Nicole has worked with students facing challenges such as reading, writing, and math disabilities, Autism Spectrum, ADHD, EF Disorders, significant behavior issues, and speech and language delays. Notably, her exceptional skill lies in customizing school curriculums to suit the unique needs and challenges of her clients.

Employing a multisensory approach, Nicole tailors her teaching methods to each learner by integrating approaches like Orton Gillingham, the Hochman Method of writing, and behavioral methods through Applied Behavior Analysis to address maladaptive behaviors and enhance positive ones. Creating a safe and nurturing space is at the core of Nicole’s approach, fostering an environment where students can thrive and build trust.

Nicole’s passion revolves around equipping her students with the essential skills needed for success, drawing from the wealth of resources, skills, and knowledge she has acquired throughout her teaching journey.

LOCATION: Brooklyn, Manhattan, and New Jersey

With a decade of expertise in preparing students for New York State standardized exams and a deep understanding of various programs, including the Wilson Reading System, Fundations, Fountas and Pinnell, SMILE, and current ELA and math curriculum, Christopher ensures a supportive learning environment. Beyond the classroom, he serves as a Teacher Leader for a national nonprofit, integrating music and visual art into English Language Arts, Math, and Social-Emotional learning. In his free time, Christopher enjoys writing, playing guitar, and coaching for the Special Olympics.

LOCATIONS: Brooklyn, Manhattan
TYPES OF SERVICES: Administration and analysis of (informal and formal) literacy and math assessments, reading, writing and math instructional support for individuals and groups (2-3 students), Response to intervention services, exam/test preparation, homework assistance, executive functioning, study skills, social-emotional (SEL) skills, parent consultations
EXPERTISE: Early childhood and general education, special education and related supports, literacy (reading comprehension, phonological awareness, phonics, decoding, spelling fluency, writing composition, reading and writing stamina, etc.), Elementary math skills, social-emotional and behavioral development, New York State standardized and alternate assessments.
AGES: Literacy (Pre-K to Adult), Math (Pre-K – 8th grade)

Brianne places a strong emphasis on building robust relationships with students, fostering organic connections to learning to make education a personal investment for each individual. As a lifelong reader, she enjoys pairing readers with their new favorite books and dispelling the myth that Math is any less exciting. Parents and students alike have expressed anticipation for sessions with Brianne, appreciating her engaging and effective tutoring style. One parent noted, “Brianne made each tutoring session highly engaging, yet jam-packed with tricks and techniques that my daughter could use independently. As a bonus, we often heard laughter throughout her sessions; all great signs that my little one was happy and invested in the tutoring.”

With training in Wilson, Fountas & Pinnell, the Teachers College Reading and Writing Project, and Reading Rescue, as well as experience with Orton Gillingham and supplemental reading strategies, Brianne’s literacy instruction encompasses decoding strategies, phonological and phonemic awareness, spelling, fluency, and reading comprehension. Her passion for literacy extends to helping students create and solve real-life math problems, emphasizing the fun in foundational math skills.

Brianne provides targeted handwriting instruction to students with emerging writing difficulties related to letter formation, sizing, and spacing, helping motivated students who struggle with the mechanics of handwriting through consistent, structured practice using lined paper, visual guides, and step-by-step routines. Additionally, Brianne utilizes multisensory strategies (e.g., tracing, air writing, tactile feedback) to reinforce correct and consistent letter formation and build stamina.

Believing in play for all ages, Brianne incorporates math games focused on addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division, making abstract concepts like decimals and fractions attainable for all students. She also has experience with elementary-level concepts in algebra and geometry. Through engaging games, students not only deepen their mathematical understanding but also develop a love for learning.

Location: Brooklyn
Types of Services: Assessments, Literacy & Math Instruction, SEL skills; both individual and groups
Expertise: Special Education, Differentiating content to suit individual needs, Elementary Math skills, Reading Comprehension, Phonics, Phonological awareness, Decoding, Spelling, Fluency, Writing.
Ages: Birth through 6th grade

Her instructional approach is characterized by the implementation of multisensory-based teaching modalities. Jennifer adeptly covers areas such as phonics, phonological awareness, letter/sound identification, decoding/encoding, fluency, reading comprehension, and writing. A focal point of her teaching philosophy is guiding students through the identification and manipulation of phonemes. Emphasizing fundamental decoding skills, Jennifer believes this foundation enhances word reading, text comprehension, and spelling.

As an ENL teacher, Jennifer employs scaffolding techniques, incorporating visuals, word banks, sentence starters, and sentence frames to effectively deliver content. She aligns grade-level standards with each student’s unique needs and skillfully implements Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals. Jennifer excels in working with students diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder, tailoring her approach to identify individual preferences and utilizing positive reinforcement to teach specific skills. Her commitment to personalized, inclusive education underscores her dedication to the success and development of every student in her care.

LOCATION: Brooklyn
TYPE OF SERVICES: Initial, Medial, and Final informal reading and writing assessments, Extra support with Homework Help, Administration and Analyze of formal and informal Reading Assessments for individual students and groups (2-3 students), teach English as a second language and ABA (Applied Behavioral Analysis), Leveled Literacy Instruction (Fountas and Pinnell).
EXPERTISE: Working with children who have difficulty with phonological awareness, phonics, decoding, encoding, spelling, fluency, reading comprehension, vocabulary, writing (composition and handwriting), homework help and building positive study habits. Jennifer can also work with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and using the ABA methodology. She is also a fluent speaker in conversational Cantonese.
AGES: Kindergarten through 3rd Grade

Outside of her professional commitments, Lillian enjoys reading, attending concerts, indulging in prestige TV, and gardening. Originally from Maine, she now resides in Northern Brooklyn.

LOCATION: Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Queens
TYPE OF SERVICES: Individual therapy, parent consultations
EXPERTISE: learning difficulties in literacy and/or math; attentional needs, executive functioning, mild ASD
AGES: Grades K-7

Currently, Maribell is a Primary Years Program Educator at a private school in New York City, dedicating two years to fifth-grade PYP teaching. Her expertise extends to implementing the Singapore Math curriculum, with a focus on reading comprehension and mastery-based problem-solving. Beyond mathematics, Maribell is dedicated to fostering overall student growth, centering her teaching approach on the “WHY” within academic and social contexts. She firmly believes that understanding the purpose behind assignments, problems, or situations makes students’ goals achievable.

Maribell’s extensive background also encompasses roles such as Clinical Instructor at an East Harlem Charter School, guiding new educators in modifying lesson plans for students with distinct needs. Additionally, she served as a Grade Team Leader, facilitating language arts curriculum planning. Maribell holds certification for working with students across the spectrum of 13 disability disorders, viewing teaching not just as a job but as a profoundly rewarding and enjoyable daily pursuit.

LOCATION: Brooklyn, Manhattan, and New Jersey
TYPE OF SERVICES: one on one tutoring, Small group tutoring (2-3 students), test prep
EXPERTISE: Elementary math, reading comprehension, writing about reading, Singapore Mathematics, vocabulary, fluency, writing, spelling patterns and word recognition.
LANGUAGES: English and Spanish (fluent, reading, and writing)
AGES: Grades 1 – 6, open to other ages depending on client’s preferences and needs

Alicia’s approach to reading involves multisensory activities that engage sight, hearing, and touch, fostering deeper learning experiences that feel like play for the child. She curates book collections tailored to motivate and inspire each student, aiming to instill a love for reading. Utilizing programs like Wilson/Fundations phonics and Heggerty’s phonemic awareness, Alicia ensures a comprehensive approach to literacy.

Building strong connections with each child, Alicia takes the time to understand their interests, guiding them to build confidence in their skills. She creates an individualized, engaging experience for every child, allowing their curiosity and inquisitive nature to shape the lessons. Prioritizing positive relationships with both families and students, Alicia believes in the innate curiosity and eagerness to learn within every child. Currently teaching at an independent school in the Chelsea neighborhood of Manhattan, Alicia specializes in reading, writing, phonics, and math instruction. Her passion for education is evident in her commitment to structuring individualized education plans for students with learning differences, and she finds profound fulfillment in working collaboratively with students and their families.

LOCATION: Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens
TYPE OF SERVICES: Tutoring, homework help
EXPERTISE: Personalized instruction; Multisensory reading, phonics, writing, and math instruction; Early emergent literacy; Executive functioning skills coaching
AGES: Toddlers – 3rd grade

Julia adopts a well-balanced approach rooted in the Five Pillars of Reading (phonemic awareness, phonics, vocabulary, comprehension, and fluency) in her teaching philosophy. Individualized math sessions mirror this approach, incorporating manipulatives and hands-on learning techniques for a multi-sensory learning experience.

Beyond academics, Julia is passionate about creating an inclusive environment where students can comfortably celebrate successes, embrace challenges, and cultivate a love for lifelong learning. She recognizes and supports the unique learning styles of each student through individualized instruction, fostering an atmosphere where they can reach their full potential.

Outside the classroom, Julia enjoys activities such as hiking, rock climbing, exploring new neighborhoods in NYC, and reading. Her commitment extends to tutoring and preparing students aged 12-15, including those with disabilities, for their ISEE exams. Julia’s multifaceted expertise and dedication make her a valuable asset in both educational and extracurricular settings.

LOCATION: Brooklyn
TYPE OF SERVICES: Individualized reading and math instruction, developing study skills, support with homework, New York State ELA exam prep
EXPERTISE: Working with students with disabilities to improve reading comprehension, phonemic awareness, decoding, and encoding skills. Has experience writing and implementing IEP documentation.
AGES: Literacy and Math ages 5-12

LOCATION: Brooklyn
TYPE OF SERVICES: Individualized instruction in reading, phonics, reading comprehension, reading fluency, and math. ELL support, support with homework, and test prep for NY State ELA and Math exams.
EXPERTISE: Inquiry-based math remediation, reading comprehension and writing about reading, teaching elaboration and writing organization techniques for expository and narrative writing, homework help, and test prep.
AGES: 1st – 4th Grade

Fotini’s teaching style is creative, responsive, and grounded in differentiation. Having taught dance to students ages three through adulthood since she was eighteen, she brings a unique instructional perspective that blends visual, auditory, tactile, and kinesthetic learning modalities. This background allows her to design lessons that are dynamic, individualized, and engaging for learners of all abilities and personalities.

She is known for her warmth, adaptability, and strong rapport with her students. Fotini consistently supports both the academic growth and social-emotional needs of the learners she works with, making her a trusted and dedicated educator within the Brooklyn community.

LOCATION: Brooklyn

Elizabeth is particularly passionate about math, employing a tactile approach to cater to the unique needs of each child. She has successfully implemented programs like TERC Investigations, Go-Math, and EngageNY. Elizabeth’s approach involves designing individualized lessons to maximize student outcomes, utilizing a range of instructional tools, from math manipulatives to technological resources. Beyond her work with students, she places significant value on building partnerships with families. Elizabeth collaborates with families, providing them with effective strategies to support their child’s learning at home. Her holistic and individualized approach reflects her commitment to creating an environment where every learner can thrive academically and personally.

Location: Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens, and Long Island
Types of Services: Multisensory Reading Instruction, Multisensory Math Instruction, Formal and Informal Reading Assessments, and Interventions, Behavioral Interventions
Expertise: Working with children with specific reading, writing, and math learning disabilities, working with children with ADD and ADHD, NYS Exam preparation, NYS common core tutoring.

With a track record of success, Isabel has effectively taught students with diverse needs, including those with learning disabilities, ADHD/executive functioning difficulties, processing or auditory delays, speech/language impairments, and delays in early literacy behaviors. She recognizes the importance of adapting her teaching methods to accommodate different learning styles, incorporating fun and tangible tools during sessions, and establishing strong partnerships with families to provide optimal support for students. Additionally, Isabel explicitly teaches organizational strategies to help students improve their grades. Her commitment to creating a supportive and engaging learning environment reflects her passion for ensuring the success of every student she works with.

LOCATION: Brooklyn
TYPES OF SERVICES: leveled literacy intervention, decoding/encoding, fluency, sight word/vocabulary recognition, reading comprehension, strengthening reading/writing stamina, academic/homework help, informal assessments, Spanish tutoring, math tutoring for grades K-3, third-grade test prep
EXPERTISE: working in the Special Education field, individualized, differentiated, and explicit Orton Gillingham instruction, Wilson Fundations grades K-2, public school framework/curriculum
AGES: Pre-Kindergarten 5th Grade

In her commitment to professional development, Natalie has undertaken comprehensive Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) training at New York University and through the NYC Department of Education. Acknowledging her expertise, she has been appointed as the lead teacher for the ASD Horizon Program at her public school.

Throughout her career, Natalie has demonstrated a passion for supporting students with diverse needs, including autism, ADD, ADHD, learning disabilities, speech/language delays, and expressive/receptive language challenges. Her specialization lies in providing targeted reading interventions for struggling readers in grades PreK-5. Natalie’s extensive training, coupled with her dedication to fostering an inclusive learning environment, positions her as a valuable asset in supporting the academic success of her students.

LOCATION: Brooklyn
TYPES OF SERVICES: Initial reading assessments, individualized reading intervention and instruction.
EXPERTISE: Supporting children who struggle with decoding, fluency, comprehension, executive functioning skills, expressive writing skills, and expressive/receptive language development.
AGES: Prek-5

Danielle is well-trained and experienced in supporting students with a wide range of learning differences, including dyslexia, reading disorders, language processing disorders, writing disorders, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, auditory processing disorder, and other math-related learning challenges. Danielle regularly analyzes assessment data to create individualized and small-group lessons tailored to each learner’s strengths and areas of growth.

Danielle is highly skilled in implementing evidence-based structured literacy programs, such as Fundations, Fountas & Pinnell Guided Reading, Writers Workshop, Lucy Calkins’ Reading and Writing Workshop, and Primary Mathematics/Singapore Math. Her instructional practice is grounded in data-driven decision-making and thoughtful differentiation.

Committed to fostering positive and inclusive learning environments, Danielle builds strong classroom communities using Responsive Classroom and Emotionally Responsive Practice. She also creates and maintains effective organizational systems that promote student independence and engagement.

As a tutor, Danielle partners closely with families, communicates student progress clearly, and delivers personalized instruction designed to help each child thrive academically and emotionally.

Location: Manhattan
Types of services: In-Person Only
Expertise: Reading Disorders, Language Processing Disorder, Dyslexia, Writing Disorders, Dysgraphia, Dyscalculia, Auditory Processing Disorder, Math Disorders
Ages: 4-9 years (Pre-kindergarten through 3rd grade)