Are you concerned that your child won’t reach their full potential?
Are you afraid you are not knowledgeable enough to navigate the special education system?
I know you want answers.
You want your child to succeed.
You want your child to be happy.
- But you're confused by all of complex information and terminology.
- You lack the guidance and support from reliable sources.
- And, you are exhausted! But that's where I come in!
Your Step by Step Tour Guide Through the Special Education System
- I understand the challenges that teachers and districts face.
- I have the training and experience to help your child learn the way they learn best.
Word Biz provides direct, explicit, multisensory, structured, sequential, diagnostic and prescriptive literacy tutoring to students with or without a formal diagnosis of dyslexia.
You can find more detailed information below.
1:1 Orton-Gillingham tutoring services for children & teens
- 2 One-hour sessions a week in the comfort of your home
- All instructional materials provided
- Pre and post baseline data assessments given
- Creation of an Orton-Gillingham student notebook that is yours to keep
Evaluations, Testing & Check-ins
- Standardized Testing
- Comprehensive Report (including results and recommendations)
- Video session to review report and recommendations
- Virtual check in meetings to monitor progress
Coaching & Consulting for Parents & Caregivers
- Strategies to support your child with executive function challenges and/or dyslexia
- Recommended standardized assessments required for diagnosis
- Comprehensive file review, IEP critiques
- Assistance drafting IEPs with SMART goals and objectives
- Understanding data collection processes and the PPT process
- Attendance at the PPT
- Explanation of remedial service options
- Site visits to review programs
“Andrea worked to make a connection with my son right away and created a safe environment where he felt that he could be himself and take risks. Andrea went above and beyond to learn about his interests and to find strategies that worked, including motivators and incentives. Andrea is passionate about helping students, she is invested in their academic and social well being, and her commitment shows through in her interactions with students and their families!” Amanda Royce
Common Qs And As:
There are many ways to become certified by an accredited center or agency, university or online program. However, I am a huge advocate of the Children’s Dyslexia Center where I received my training.
Not at this time.
Yes, my areas of expertise also include autism spectrum disorders and multiple disabilities. I also have extensive knowledge of ADD both with and without hyperactivity
No. However, I ocassionally provide pro bono services
No. However, I am currently exploring options for consultation services with the support of an interpreter.
Ready to Get Started?
I’d love to share my experience to help you reach your goals and get the help you need and deserve.