I work with children ages 5–11 who need extra support with reading. Some students are struggling readers, while others benefit from one-on-one instruction to build stronger skills and confidence. Every lesson is tailored to your child's individual needs.

Instruction is guided by a balanced, evidence-based framework integrating explicit phonics, phonemic awareness, guided reading, fluency development, comprehension, vocabulary, and writing.

Students develop strong decoding skills while building fluency, comprehension, and confidence.

Sessions are 45 minutes long and take place in my home in Hayward or, if preferred, in your home.

Each lesson is personalized to your child's needs and typically includes a combination of:

• A mini-lesson introducing a new reading or writing skill

• Review and practice of previously taught skills

• Guided reading and writing activities

• Time to build fluency, comprehension, and confidence through supported practice

Lessons are carefully structured so children continue strengthening the skills they've learned while making steady progress toward new goals.

Most students meet for two 45-minute sessions per week. Consistent scheduling supports steady progress and skill retention.

Sessions are held in my home in Hayward, where I've created a quiet, welcoming space designed to help children focus, build confidence, and enjoy learning.

For families who prefer tutoring in their own home, I'm happy to travel within approximately 25 minutes of Hayward. A small travel fee may apply for locations beyond that distance.

Typically, instruction is provided in person. Virtual sessions may be available when appropriate based on the student’s age, learning profile, and instructional goals.

Virtual sessions are most effective for certain instructional goals, including fluency, comprehension, and vocabulary development.

Progress is monitored throughout every lesson, and students complete a brief reading assessment each month to measure growth in reading and writing skills. Families also receive a monthly progress report with updates, strengths, and next steps.

Parents receive a monthly progress update summarizing skill development, areas of continued focus, and next steps for instruction. This allows families to clearly see how their child’s reading skills are strengthening over time.

Simply fill out the contact form on my website. I typically respond within 24 hours to answer any questions and schedule a free reading assessment and parent consultation. We'll meet at my home in Hayward or, if preferred, at your home to assess your child's reading skills, discuss your goals, and determine the best next steps together.