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10+ years
Aaron
I'm not tutoring or buried in my textbooks, you will either find me rock climbing at the Triangle Rock Club, playing Ultimate Frisbee, working on my car, or enjoying the great outdoors (beaches, mountains, forests--you name it, I love it). On rainy weekends I enjoy tinkering with computers and old e...
The University of Texas at Dallas
Bachelors, Mechanical Engineering
Duke University
Current Grad Student, Mechanical Engineering
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Mimi
I am an interdisciplinary educator with an Ed.M. from the Harvard Graduate School of Education and a B.A. from Dartmouth College. My background is primarily in integrated arts learning and museum education and I specialize in visual arts, history and art history, and object-based learning. In all su...
Harvard University
Masters in Education, Education
Dartmouth College
B.A.
Certified Tutor
10+ years
Nina
I am a recent graduate from a masters program in biostatistics at Columbia University. I received my Bachelor of Arts in biological sciences, with a focus in neurobiology at Northwestern University. In August, I will be starting a doctoral program in biostatistics at NYU. I was a teaching assistant ...
Columbia University
Masters in biostatistics
Northwestern University
Bachelor of Arts in biological sciences (focus in neurobiology)
Columbia University in the City of New York
Current Grad Student, Biostatistics
Certified Tutor
I am a graduate of Wesleyan University, where I received my Bachelor of Arts in Sociology with High Honors. With eight years of experience working in education, I've tutored students in math, science, history, and English, as well as helped students prepare for standardized tests. I've guided adults...
Harvard University
PHD, Education
Wesleyan University
Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
Certified Tutor
8+ years
Solange
I'm Solange - a recent graduate from Harvard where I studied Sociology & Women's Studies. I've been tutoring for eight years now, and have worked with a wide range of ages and in a wide range of subjects. Some of my specialties are college prep/test taking II worked in the admissions office on campu...
Harvard University
Bachelor in Arts (Sociology & Women's Studies)
Certified Tutor
Christopher
I am a rising sophomore at Harvard College and am about to declare as a Mechanical Engineering concentrator, working towards a Bachelor of Science degree. I've always enjoyed sharing my knowledge with my peers and those around me and have done so in both formal and informal settings. I've been a tut...
Harvard College
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Certified Tutor
Charles
I am a junior Mechanical Engineering major at Yale, and I hope to become a Naval Aviator after college. I am also a varsity sailor, and enjoy playing music with friends when I can get some free time. I have been tutoring my fellow students throughout my entire academic career, and I would best descr...
Yale University
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Certified Tutor
Liz
I am a graduate of Washington University in St Louis, where I received my Bachelor of Arts in History with minors in Humanities and Anthropology. Since graduation, I have worked as a tutor, teacher, and director of tutors at a charter public middle school in Boston. During this time I also received ...
Simmons College
Masters, Special Education: Mild to Moderate Disabilities 5-12
Washington University in St. Louis
Bachelor of Arts in History (minors in Humanities and Anthropology)
Certified Tutor
Michelle
I am proud to be a part of Varsity Tutors! I am originally from San Antonio, TX; I completed my undergraduate education at Rice University in Houston where I received a bachelor's degree in Biochemistry and Cell Biology. Currently, I am in my second year of medical school at Baylor College of Medici...
Baylor College of Medicine
Current Grad Student, M.D.
Rice University
Bachelor's in Biochemistry and Cell Biology
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Justin
I am an aspiring applied mathematician, with particular interest in image processing and climate science. I graduated in May 2017 from Washington University in St. Louis with a bachelor's in physics and mathematics, and am beginning a PhD program in September 2017 at the University of Chicago in Com...
Washington University in St. Louis
Bachelor's in Physics and Mathematics
University of Chicago
Doctor of Philosophy, Computational Mathematics
Certified Tutor
5+ years
Sabira
I am currently attending Johns Hopkins University, pursuing a dual degree in Computer Science and Applied Math and Statistics. I love helping students and I love the feeling I get knowing that I was able to use my knowledge to make someone else happier. My favorite subject to teach is math because t...
Johns Hopkins University
Bachelor of Science, Applied Mathematics
Certified Tutor
10+ years
I am excited to be home and help fellow straphangers on their educational paths! My largest wealth of tutoring experience is in foreign languages--particularly French--but I also feel very comfortable editing essays of any kind and working through standardized test concepts. My availability is extre...
Brown University
Bachelors
Certified Tutor
Elena
I am a graduate of McGill University (BA First Class Honors) and the University of Edinburgh (MSc First Class Honors with Distinction) with over eight years of tutoring experience. I am currently a curriculum developer for a company which creates relatable and culturally-literate courses for middle ...
University of Edinburgh
Masters, Biblical Studies
Mcgill University
Bachelor in Arts, Religious Studies
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Isabella
I am a graduate of MIT. I received my Bachelor of Science in Mathematics with minors in Management Science and Ancient and Medieval Studies. Since graduation, I have started my PhD at Georgia Tech in Operations Research. Throughout my career I have TA'd several math and computer science courses at t...
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Science in Mathematics (minors in Management Science and Ancient and Medieval Studies)
Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus
Current Grad Student, Operations Research
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Henry
I'm eager to help you in your education. I'm a recent graduate of Harvard College looking to apply to law school. My senior thesis was written on John Dewey's ideas of education, which I deeply believe has incredible power to transform individuals and society.
Harvard College
Bachelor in Arts, History
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Frequently Asked Questions
Susan Barton reading instruction is a structured, multisensory approach to teaching reading that focuses on phonemic awareness, decoding, and fluency. It's particularly effective for students who struggle with traditional reading methods or have dyslexia. The curriculum uses explicit, step-by-step instruction to help students understand how letters and sounds work together, building strong foundational skills that lead to confident, independent readers.
In a classroom setting with McAllen's average student-teacher ratio of 14.6:1, reading instruction must move at a pace that works for most students—which often means struggling readers get left behind. Personalized 1-on-1 Susan Barton instruction allows tutors to move at your child's pace, repeat concepts as needed, and adjust teaching methods based on how your student learns best. This targeted approach addresses specific gaps in phonics, decoding, or fluency that classroom instruction may not catch.
Susan Barton instruction is designed to help students who struggle with phonemic awareness, decoding multisyllabic words, reading fluency, or comprehension. It's especially effective for students with dyslexia or those who haven't responded well to other reading programs. The structured, multisensory approach breaks reading into manageable components, helping students build confidence and see measurable progress in their reading abilities.
The first session typically includes an assessment to understand your student's current reading level, specific challenges, and learning style. The tutor will review your child's reading history and goals, then introduce the foundational concepts of the Susan Barton method. This initial meeting helps establish a baseline for progress and allows the tutor to create a personalized plan tailored to your student's needs.
Many students show noticeable improvements in phonics skills and decoding within 4-6 weeks of consistent, personalized instruction. However, the timeline depends on your child's starting point, frequency of sessions, and how much they practice between lessons. With regular tutoring and reinforcement at home, students typically develop stronger reading fluency and confidence within 2-3 months.
Expert tutors who teach Susan Barton reading instruction are trained in the Barton Reading & Spelling System and understand how to deliver structured, multisensory reading instruction. Many have backgrounds in education, special education, or reading intervention. Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors for students in McAllen who have the expertise and experience to implement this specialized approach effectively.
Susan Barton instruction is effective for students from early elementary through high school, and even adults. The curriculum is structured in levels, so tutors can start with foundational phonics for younger students or jump to more advanced decoding and fluency work for older students. Regardless of age, the personalized approach ensures each student builds the specific skills they need.
Consistent practice between sessions is essential for success with Susan Barton instruction. Tutors typically assign homework that reinforces the skills taught in lessons—usually 15-30 minutes of focused practice. When students practice regularly at home, they solidify their understanding of phonics patterns and decoding strategies, leading to faster progress and greater independence in reading.
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