One-on-One Dyslexia Tutoring
Structured, multisensory reading and spelling instruction — in person in Santa Rosa or live online across California.
What we teach
Individualized instruction, built on Barton
Every lesson is one-on-one and tailored to your child, using multisensory techniques and the “I do, we do, you do” method so new skills truly stick.
Reading & Decoding
Sounding out words accurately and fluently — no more guessing from shape or context.
Spelling
The rules and patterns of English spelling, taught explicitly and sequentially.
Comprehension
Strategies to understand and remember what’s read.
Vocabulary
Building word knowledge that fuels reading and writing.
Writing & Grammar
IEW-based writing, punctuation and grammar instruction.
Phonics
Systematic phonics that rewires guesswork into mastery.
The method
Barton Reading & Spelling System
Barton is an Orton-Gillingham–influenced, structured-literacy program built specifically for students with dyslexia. It is explicit, systematic, and cumulative — exactly what research shows dyslexic learners need.
- Multisensory: sight, sound, and touch reinforce every concept
- Sequential: each skill builds on the last, with no gaps
- Diagnostic: we move at your child’s pace, mastering before advancing
- Confidence-building: success is engineered into every session
In person or online
How tutoring works
Free 30-minute consultation
We talk about your child, your concerns, and whether tutoring is the right fit — at no cost.
Get started
After a simple Parent/Tutor Agreement, we schedule a minimum of two sessions per week for steady progress.
Multisensory lessons
Each one-on-one session uses the “I do, we do, you do” approach — in person in Santa Rosa, or live online over Zoom with the Whizzimo platform.
Watch confidence bloom
As skills build, so does your child’s belief in themselves as a reader.
Online tutoring
Live, one-on-one — from anywhere
Remote sessions are delivered over Zoom paired with the Whizzimo online tutoring platform, giving your child the same structured, multisensory instruction as in-person lessons. All you need is a computer with a webcam, headphones, and a quiet, distraction-free space. We’ll help you get set up.
Worried your child is falling behind in reading?
The science is clear: early, structured help changes everything. Start with a free 30-minute consultation — no pressure, just answers.