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Shabana
I am a recent graduate of Virginia Commonwealth University, where I graduated with a BA in Political Science. I will begin graduate school this fall at Virginia Commonwealth University and will begin a position as a teaching assistant in the sociology department. During my undergraduate career, I ha...
Virginia Commonwealth University
Master of Science, Sociology
Virginia Commonwealth University
Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Certified Tutor
5+ years
Meredith
I am a licensed Attorney with a background in Geology and Spanish. Education is one of my core values. I believe that knowledge gives us the power as individuals to expand our own reality and perceptions of truth. Collectively, I think that the pursuit of knowledge pushes the boundaries of what is k...
Case Western Reserve University School of Law
Masters, Law
College of Wooster
Bachelors, Geology
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Lauren
I am a fourth year medical student at UTHSC, and I recently completed all of my required clinical rotations and coursework. I have a lot of free time until graduation, and I would love to tutor to fill the time. I have over seven years of tutoring experience. I have tutored everything from first gra...
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Bachelors, Health Policy
UTHSC College of Medicine
Current Grad Student, Medicine
Certified Tutor
5+ years
Danya
I am a current Junior at Columbia University, working towards my BA in English and Psychology. For the past eight years, I have been tutoring individuals and groups of all ages, specializing in English as a Second Language students. I have tutored in a variety of subjects but have had the most exper...
Columbia University in the City of New York
Bachelor in Arts, English
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Angela
Don't you just love English? I know most people will say "no". But, I do love writing, reading, and all things literature. I earned my B.A. and M.A. in English from the University of Northern Colorado. I tutored at the high schools, my university, and at our community college.I taught English Litera...
University of Northern Colorado
Masters, English
University of Northern Colorado
Bachelors, English
Certified Tutor
6+ years
I value the opportunity to receive high quality education afforded to me very much as, in my view, education is the only means that helped me achieve independence. I am an independent and contributing citizen who has financial independence. That is the primary drive behind my passion for teaching. B...
University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Bachelor of Chemistry, Chemistry
North Carolina State University at Raleigh
Doctor of Philosophy, Chemistry
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Aerin
I am a current student at the University of Florida studying aerospace engineering with an avid love of mathematics and physics and a passion for teaching students and inspiring them to thrive in STEM classes.
University of Florida
Aeronautical & Astronautical Engineer, Aerospace Engineering
Certified Tutor
4+ years
Simone
I have tutored K-12 students since 2006. I love to empower students and help them with their academic challenges. I have had the privilege of tutoring students in Chicago, Washington DC, Newark, NJ and Baton Rouge. As a former History, Algebra 1 and Physics teacher for secondary students, I have bee...
Louisiana State University and Agricultural Mechanical College
Masters in Education, Counselor Education
Howard University
Bachelor of Science, History
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Curran
As a professional educator with over a decade of experience, I specialize in delivering personalized, high-impact instruction across the humanities, test preparation, and college readiness. I've taught everything from early literacy and middle school ELA to AP-level history, civics, and economicsand...
University of Notre Dame
Bachelor in Arts, History
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MonaLisa
I was born and raised in Hong Kong, and I currently live in Pittsburgh, PA. I have a BA in Rhetorical Communication from University of Pittsburgh, and I will return to Pitt in August 2016 to pursue a Master of Health Administration (MHA). My day job is Patient Advocate for Children's Hospital of Pit...
University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus
Current Grad Student, Master of Healthcare Administration
University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus
Bachelors, Rhetorical Communication
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Susan Barton Reading System is a structured literacy approach based on Orton-Gillingham principles, designed to teach reading through explicit, systematic instruction in phonics, decoding, and comprehension. It's particularly effective for students who struggle with traditional reading methods or have dyslexia, as it breaks down reading into manageable, sequential steps that build strong foundational skills.
While Toledo's 32 school districts use various reading curricula, the Susan Barton Reading System is a specialized, individualized approach often used as a supplement or alternative for students who need more targeted support. Varsity Tutors connects students in Toledo with tutors trained in the Susan Barton method to provide personalized 1-on-1 instruction tailored to each student's learning needs, which complements classroom instruction regardless of the school's primary reading program.
The Susan Barton system addresses common reading challenges—like difficulty with phonemic awareness, decoding unfamiliar words, or connecting sounds to letters—through explicit, multi-sensory instruction that moves at the student's pace. With personalized 1-on-1 tutoring, students get immediate feedback and targeted practice on their specific weak areas, which research shows is far more effective than classroom instruction alone where teachers manage large groups with varying needs.
In your first session, a tutor trained in the Susan Barton method will assess your student's current reading level, identify specific strengths and gaps (like phonemic awareness, decoding, or fluency), and establish baseline goals. This assessment guides the tutoring plan, ensuring instruction starts exactly where your student needs it and progresses systematically through the Susan Barton sequence.
The Susan Barton Reading System works for students from early elementary through high school, and even adults, since it's based on how the brain learns to read rather than age-specific benchmarks. Whether your student is in kindergarten just beginning phonics or a middle schooler still struggling with decoding, personalized instruction can be adapted to their developmental level and reading stage.
Classroom teachers in Toledo work with student-teacher ratios averaging 17:1, making it difficult to provide the individualized pacing and repetition struggling readers need. Susan Barton tutoring offers 1-on-1 instruction customized to your student's learning style, with immediate feedback, frequent practice, and the ability to slow down or accelerate based on mastery—not grade-level pace.
Many students show noticeable improvement in phonemic awareness, decoding accuracy, and confidence within 4-8 weeks of consistent 1-on-1 tutoring, though the timeline depends on the student's starting point and frequency of sessions. Sustained progress in fluency and comprehension typically develops over months of systematic, sequential instruction as foundational skills strengthen.
Look for tutors trained specifically in the Susan Barton Reading System or Orton-Gillingham methodology, with experience assessing and teaching students with reading difficulties or dyslexia. Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who have demonstrated knowledge of structured literacy principles and a track record of helping students build strong reading skills.
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