Specific interventions for each child
At The Literacy Swan, I offer one on one or small group tutoring sessions for students with dyslexia and other learning/processing differences. I am an experienced tutor utilizing the instructional practices of the Orton Gillingham (OG) approach.
Tailored to each student's learning preference
Unlock your child's reading potential with The Literacy Swan, specializing in the Orton Gillingham Approach through personalized one-on-one sessions.
Flexible Locations
The Literacy Swan offers sessions conducted either at a child's school (if available), home, or a preferred local library.
Individual Attention
Each lesson is crafted to address remediation for all aspects of literacy, an essential fundamental skill for all.
OG is a Practice
Each session is diagnostic and prescriptive based on the strengths and areas of opportunity for each learner.
Unlocking potential through the OG Approach
At The Literacy Swan, I believe in the power of the Orton Gillingham Approach (OGA) to transform the learning experience for students with dyslexia and other learning and/or processing differences. With personalized tutoring sessions, conducted by an experienced professional, this evidence-based method helps students overcome challenges and unlock their full potential.
Diagnostic, prescriptive sessions based on strengths and areas of opportunity
Sessions guided by a Certified-level trained member of the OG Academy
Students overcome language arts challenges; supported to unlock their potential
There's no one way of teaching
The Orton Gillingham approach is a practice that caters to the individual needs of each student.
Simultaneous VAKT
The approach facilitates student engagement through diverse sensory pathways—visual, auditory, and tactile-kinesthetic—enhancing both retention and retrieval of information. Lessons are repetitive and procedural.
Structured Language
This teaches how our language works by encompassing phonemic awareness, phonics, six basic syllable types, spelling patterns, and advanced morphology instruction (roots, prefixes, and suffixes).
Delivery of the Approach
The lessons are carefully planned and presented in a systematic, sequential, and cumulative manner. This means that each lesson builds upon the previous one, ensuring a solid foundation for future learning.
Personalized Instruction
I understand that every student is unique, which is why I provide individualized and diagnostic lessons. This means that I tailor my interventions to meet each student’s specific needs ensuring they are supported best.
Meet the mother swan, Kristine
Kristine Willis is a Certified Level trained member of the Orton-Gillingham Academy (OGA). She has over a decade of extensive experience working with students both in the classroom and 1:1, specializing in instructing learners with dyslexia and other learning/processing differences. In addition to her OGA certification, Kristine holds a master’s degree in education from Florida Southern College. Utilizing her knowledge of and experience with the core principles of the Orton-Gillingham approach, the gold standard for literacy instruction, Kristine is able to provide individualized interventions that address the specific needs of all of her unique learners. She is a passionate educator dedicated to helping her students achieve the literacy skills needed to be successful in life.
Qualifications
Teaching children with dyslexia for over a decade
Certified member of the Orton Gillingham Academy (C/OGA)
Qualified to independently practice Orton Gillingham Approach
M.Ed in Transformational Curriculum and Instruction
Certified teacher & reading endorsed/FL. Dept. of Ed.
Prepared to meet the unique needs of individual learners
Still have questions? We've got you covered
We're here to help your child, here is a bit more information about The Literacy Swan. If you still have questions contact us
Your child's strengths and areas for improvement are initially assessed through a comprehensive evaluation process. Following this assessment, each session is meticulously planned and tailored to address their individual needs based on thorough analyses of their previous sessions.
Each session typically lasts approximately one hour, providing ample time for focused instruction and meaningful engagement. To ensure consistent progress and reinforcement of learning, two sessions per week are recommended.
Each session is priced at $100, covering a comprehensive review of past lessons, personalized preparation for upcoming sessions, and supplementary materials for home practice. This ensures support of your child's educational journey while providing excellent value for the investment.
Payment is required prior to each session and can be made conveniently via cash, Paypal, Venmo, or check, providing flexibility to suit your preferences and convenience. Please contact The Literacy Swan directly for further questions regarding method of payment.
Because each session is planned and tailored to meet your child’s individual needs, a 24-hour notice is requested if your child is not able to be present for their scheduled session. Of course, if an emergency or illness arises and 24-hour notice is not feasible, please notify me as soon as possible.
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"Every student can learn, just not on the same day or in the same way." George Evans
