TEACHING DYSLEXIC CHILDREN TO READ

Dyslexia Tutoring

One in five children are dyslexic and learn to read in a different way. Most public and private schools do not have qualified dyslexic/reading teachers. 80% of children will learn to read whether they have a great or poor teacher.

You, as a parent, must be informed. You cannot wait. Time is of the essence. Retaining a child is not the answer. If a child is retained because they didn’t “get it” the first time, they won’t “get it” the second time with the exact same instruction.

Dyslexia Tutoring

TEACHING DYSLEXIC CHILDREN TO READ

One in five children are dyslexic and learn to read in a different way. Most public and private schools do not have qualified dyslexic/reading teachers. 80% of children will learn to read whether they have a great or poor teacher.

You, as a parent, must be informed. You cannot wait. Time is of the essence. Retaining a child is not the answer. If a child is retained because they didn’t “get it” the first time, they won’t “get it” the second time with the exact same instruction.

WHAT IS DYSLEXIA?

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Dyslexia is a specific learning disability that is neurological in origin. It is characterized by difficulties with accurate and/or fluent word recognition and by poor spelling and decoding abilities. These difficulties typically result from a deficit in the phonological component of language that is often unexpected in relation to other cognitive abilities and the provision of effective classroom instruction. Secondary consequences may include problems in reading comprehension and reduced reading experience that can impede the growth of vocabulary and background knowledge. Adopted by the IDA Board of Directors, November 2, 2002.

Dyslexia is not a disease! The word dyslexia comes from the Greek language and means poor language. Individuals with dyslexia have trouble with reading, writing, spelling, and/or math. Although they have the ability and have had the opportunities to learn but still cannot read/ or read on grade level. Individuals with dyslexia can learn; they just learn in a different way. Often these individuals, who have talented and productive minds, are said to have a language learning difference.

Learn From The Comfort of Home!

Online Tutoring

I use a structured, systematic, multisensory, and detailed program. The program is called Basic Language Skills which includes: Scientific Spelling, Multisensory Grammar, Writing, Phonemes, Decoding, Phonological Awareness, Alphabet Activities and much more.

This program is ideal for dyslexia, reading disabled and  second language learners .  80% of students with average or above average intelligence that are diagnosed as learning disabled are dyslexic. Students who have completed my program have all gone on to take state-required tests and performed on-level.

What is a Certified Academic Therapist?

since 2004

Academic language therapists (sometimes called an educational therapist or certified academic language therapist) are specialists specially trained to work with students with dyslexia or reading disability. They have completed extensive accredited training in multisensory structured language teaching. They are trained in the structure of the English language and how to teach that structure in a multisensory manner. They are trained to remediate problems in reading, spelling, and written language. Not all students need academic therapy; some just need tutoring for help with a particular subject.

SErvices

My Style & Philosophy

I get so excited when I am teaching a child and you look at them and you see the light go on in their eyes.  They Get IT!! After 16 years of teaching this program, I am just as enthusiastic about it now as I was the first day I was introduced to it.  Personally, I have become a better speller and reader because of this program.

I use a structured, systematic, multisensory, and detailed program. The program is called Basic Language Skills which includes: Scientific Spelling, Multisensory Grammar, Writing, Phonemes, Decoding, Phonological Awareness, Alphabet Activities and much more.

Bring your child to me and I will teach her/him to read.

QUALIFICATIONS & TESTIMONIALS

Masters in Reading

Certified K-12 Special Education Teacher

Certified Academic Language Therapist

Educational support to 40,000+ students

I can’t believe how fast my test scores improved!”

“ She is a Certified Academic Language Therapist, a special education certified teacher, and was the staff developer for our entire district (over 40,000 students) for reading and literacy programs. I have seen her small group tutorial classes and am astounded by the progress these students make over time. The confidence and gains her students make are incredible.”

– Elizabeth S. Masters in Reading and Language Arts/Colleague

Resume

Work Experience

Dyslexia Specialist with experience in teaching dyslexic students and teaching district-wide educational workshops.

2008 – Present

Mastering Dyslexia – Private Practice

1997- 2008

Conroe Independent School District
Conroe, Texas

1995 – 1997

Wilkerson Intermediate School
The Woodlands, Texas

1993 – 1995

Barrack Elementary School
Houston , Texas

Education & Certifications

Qualifications & Certifications

Education

Neuhaus Education Center

  – Dyslexia Program

Sam Houston State University – M.Ed. Reading

   – Masters, Educational Reading

   – B.A. Special Education 

Education

Neuhaus Education Center

  – Dyslexia Program

Sam Houston State University – M.Ed. Reading

   – Masters, Educational Reading

   – B.A. Special Education

Workshops Taught

Basic Language Skills (Books 1-3), Multi-Sensory Grammar, Scientific Spelling, Oral Language, and Read Naturally

Memberships

  • Academic Language Therapist Association (ALTA)
  • New York City Dyslexia Association
  • International Reading Association

Students

Preferred Student Age

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K

Elementary School: Grades 1-5

Skill

Level of Students

K

Beginner

K

Intermediate

K

Advanced

K

Proficiency

What Students with Dyslexia Must Be Taught

The National Reading Panel identified these five areas of instruction that are vital for all students learning to read. They are the following:

K

PHONEMIC AWARENESS

or the awareness of individual sounds in words and the ability to segment words into sounds and manipulate sounds in words
K

PHONICS

or instruction that teaches how letters correspond to sounds (use this knowledge in reading and spelling)

K

FLUENCY

or the speed, accuracy, and expression of oral reading
K

Reading Comprehension

or the interaction with and understanding of text

K

Vocabulary

of knowledge of word meaning and word-learning strategies.

Testimonials

“Your class takes such intensive direct teaching from you who seem tireless. Thank you for your efforts.”

– Jane S. Assistant Principle at Wilkerson Intermediate School/Colleague

I have seen her small group tutorial classes and am astounded by the progress these students make over time. The confidence and gains her students make are incredible.”

Elizabeth S.

Masters in Reading, and Language Arts

I was unsure that anyone could teach my son to read. After 5 years in the school system with no results, Elizabeth taught my son to read. Matthew was on a 1st grade reading level when he came to Elizabeth in the 4th grade. After 2 years, he was reading on level.

Diane E.

Parent of former student

Elizabeth came highly recommended by the Neuhaus Education Center as she is very successful with students completing the Basic Language program. Her tutoring helped our child conquer reading on level and pass the state-required tests. Dyslexic children can be taught to learn anything. Elizabeth’s willingness to accept responsibility for these students is amazing.

Vicky F.

Parent of former student

Let’s Learn Together!

Please explore my website, and then, please, feel free to call or email me with your questions. I’m sure you will have many of them.

347.882.1074

eahendrixnyc@gmail.com