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Candice

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Candice

Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing
Candice's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
PSAT Writing Skills
SSAT- Elementary Level

I am an English instructor dedicated to enriching the lives of my students. I hold a BA in English Language and Literature from The University of Chicago and an MFA in Creative Writing from The New School. Over the years, I have merged my love of language and literature with my long-standing commitm...

Education

The New School

Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing

University of Chicago

Bachelor in Arts, English

McKenna

Certified Tutor

5+ years

McKenna

Bachelor in Arts, English
McKenna's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
ACT Writing
ACT English

I am a recent graduate of Tulane University. I received a B.A. in English (with a concentration in creative writing) as well as a B.A. in political science. I have extensive experience working as a tutor for a wide range of ages. I currently tutor international students ages 4-16 in English. For two...

Education

Tulane University of Louisiana

Bachelor in Arts, English

Tarrajna

Certified Tutor

Tarrajna

Bachelor in Arts, International Studies
Tarrajna's other Tutor Subjects
AP Comparative Government and Politics
AP Human Geography
AP U.S. Government & Politics
AP United States History

I am a senior at Loyola University Chicago, majoring in international studies and minoring in Chinese and English. I will be graduating this spring and plan to return to China next fall, where I recently spent a semester abroad studying Mandarin intensively. I have a passion for learning languages, ...

Education

Loyola University-Chicago

Bachelor in Arts, International Studies

Daniel

Certified Tutor

7+ years

Daniel

Bachelor in Arts, Spanish
Daniel's other Tutor Subjects
Conversational Spanish
Languages
Spanish
Spanish 1

I think language learning is important. When learning another language the most important thing is to be able to communicate your idea, many students are just taught to regurgitate phrases and vocabulary without any use for it. Language is learned through interaction with others. Being able to speak...

Education

Salem State University

Bachelor in Arts, Spanish

Jera

Certified Tutor

Jera

Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Jera's other Tutor Subjects
Basic Computer Literacy
Elementary School
Elementary School English
Elementary School Math

I received my Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from the University of North Carolina at Asheville in December 2021, and completed my teaching licensure requirements there, as well, in both Elementary Education (K6) and Special Education (K12) in April 2022. I recently completed my student teach...

Education

University of North Carolina at Asheville

Bachelor in Arts, Psychology

Kelly

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Kelly

Master of Arts Teaching, Teaching English as a Second Language (ESL)
Kelly's other Tutor Subjects
Adult ESL/ELL
Conversational Spanish
English
ESL/ELL

I am currently a High School Spanish teacher in Port Washington. I also teach English as a Second Language to adults at night at Suffolk County Community College. I firmly believe that anyone is capable of mastering a new language, it is just a matter of finding what method of learning works best fo...

Education

CUNY Hunter College

Master of Arts Teaching, Teaching English as a Second Language (ESL)

SUNY College at Old Westbury

Bachelor in Arts, Spanish Teacher Education

Angela

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Angela

Bachelor in Arts, Foreign Language Education-Spanish
Angela's other Tutor Subjects
College English
Conversational Spanish
English
ESL/ELL

I graduated from Purdue University, earning a Bachelor of Arts in World Language Education with a focus in Spanish, as well as a minor in Anthropology. I am a very passionate and experienced tutor. During my time at Purdue, I worked with one of my professors on a program called "Ayuda y Aprende". We...

Education

Purdue University-Main Campus

Bachelor in Arts, Foreign Language Education-Spanish

Shauna

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Shauna

Masters, Math Education
Shauna's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Business
Business Statistics
Business Writing

Shauna is a math teacher, who has also worked in the writing lab.

Education

CUNY Brooklyn College

Masters, Math Education

CUNY York College

Bachelors, Economics

Samantha

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Samantha

Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology
Samantha's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Algebra 3/4
AP Calculus AB

I'm a recent Northwestern grad and NYC transplant, with a passion for reading, fashion, and social media. In addition to tutoring, I've spent multiple years interning in the literary world and working at my university's fashion magazine; I have both a diverse range of experiences and an eye for deta...

Education

Northwestern University

Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology

Test Scores
SAT
1490
ACT
33
Aditya

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Aditya

PHD, Engineering
Aditya's other Tutor Subjects
Graduate Test Prep
GRE
GRE Quantitative
GRE Verbal

Hi students and parents, I am passionate about teaching and I believe in student specific teaching to compliment their strengths and improve on their weaknesses. I try to use real work examples to make learning fun and engaging.I have a bachelors degree in Physics BA, and a PhD from Dartmouth and pe...

Education

Dartmouth College

PHD, Engineering

Rollins College

Bachelors, Physics

Test Scores
GRE
170

Frequently Asked Questions

Reading intervention is targeted instruction designed to help students who are falling behind grade-level reading expectations. It focuses on building foundational skills like phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension through structured, evidence-based strategies. For students in Palm Bay, personalized reading intervention can address specific gaps and accelerate progress toward grade-level proficiency.

During the initial session, a tutor will assess your student's current reading level, identify specific challenges (such as decoding, fluency, or comprehension), and discuss learning goals with you. This diagnostic approach helps create a personalized plan targeting your student's unique needs rather than a one-size-fits-all curriculum.

Common reading difficulties include weak phonemic awareness, slow reading fluency, limited vocabulary, trouble with comprehension and inference, and difficulty with multi-syllabic words. Reading intervention tutoring breaks down these challenges into manageable skills and uses targeted practice to build confidence and proficiency over time.

Beyond decoding words, reading intervention teaches strategies like previewing text, asking questions while reading, making connections, and summarizing main ideas. Tutors guide students to think critically about what they read, moving from basic understanding to deeper analysis and inference—skills essential for success across all subjects.

Most students show noticeable progress within 4-6 weeks of consistent, personalized instruction, though the timeline depends on the severity of the gap and frequency of sessions. Regular practice combined with expert guidance accelerates improvement, and many students continue building momentum as foundational skills strengthen.

Varsity Tutors connects students with tutors who have expertise in reading instruction, literacy development, and evidence-based intervention strategies. Tutors bring experience working with struggling readers and understand how to diagnose reading challenges and apply targeted techniques that work.

The ideal frequency depends on your student's needs and the severity of their reading gap. Many students benefit from 2-3 sessions per week, which provides enough consistency to build momentum while allowing time for practice between sessions. A tutor can recommend a schedule based on your student's specific situation and goals.

Parents play a crucial role by encouraging daily reading practice, listening to your student read aloud, discussing what they've read, and creating a supportive environment for learning. Your tutor can suggest specific activities and strategies to reinforce lessons at home, turning everyday moments into reading practice opportunities.

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