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9+ years
Jai
I'm a recent Stanford graduate (Electrical Engineering and Computer Science), and have been working at a major Management Consulting firm for a few years now. I personally scored a 2360 (out of 2400) on the SAT and 35 on the ACT and was successful in gaining admission to several top universities. I'...
Stanford University
Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
Certified Tutor
Kate
I'm available to tutor biology, chemistry, physics, math from Algebra up through AP Calculus, SAT test prep, and French. I've been tutoring students in science and math for 7 years. I also spent 8 months working and studying in France, and have tutored high school and adult students in French. When ...
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Masters, Environmental Engineering
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Bachelors
Certified Tutor
I am a licensed physician from Florida who is currently changing careers. I graduated from the University of Pennsylvania in 2009 and have extensive tutoring and editing experience. While a student, I became a certified writing tutor through the Critical Writing Department. Since I completed my writ...
Nova Southeastern University
PHD, Medicine
University of Pennsylvania
Bachelors, History
University of Pennsylvania
undergraduate
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Jeffrey
I am enrolled in the Mechanical Engineering PhD program at Rice University which will begin Fall 2020, and I am hoping to return to academia as a professor after earning my PhD. In the meantime, I am looking to share my passion for gaining knowledge, specifically in STEM, by educating the up and com...
University of Notre Dame
Bachelor of Science
Rice University
Doctor of Philosophy, Mechanical Engineering
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Erika
I am available to tutor middle and high school math, history and test prep. I have tutored math and history in the past and I previously taught a test prep course at a school in Hanoi, Vietnam. I have a lot of experience teaching all the need-to-know tricks to doing great on the SATS/ACTS! When I am...
Harvard University
Master of Public Policy, Public Policy
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Rhea
I am a current student at the University of Chicago. I am working towards a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences, and I am on the pre-medical track. I am extremely passionate about tutoring, and I have several years of experience tutoring students in my high school's learning center in various...
University of Chicago
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Certified Tutor
13+ years
MaryAnn
I am a published author who has enjoyed “coaching” our daughter, as she navigated through high school, college and graduate school. I mentor college juniors who are seeking careers in financial services, and I serve as a peer resource to professionals who are transitioning from private industry to t...
University of Pittsburgh
Bachelor of Science, English, Psychology
Certified Tutor
Matthew
I'm a highly creative person who works best with visual thinkers. Very recently graduated from Stanford University, I majored in Human Biology with a concentration in Bioinformatics and Stem Cell Science. Technical though my background may be, I am currently gigging as a singer/songwriter/composer i...
Stanford University
Bachelors in Human Biology (concentration in Bioinformatics and Stem Cell Science)
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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
10+ years
Samantha
I'm a first-year medical student and recent graduate from Duke University, where I studied Global Health Determinants, Behaviors, and Interventions. From running a piano program at a nonprofit children's theatre to private tutoring in math, science, and standardized test prep, I enjoy helping my stu...
Duke University
Bachelors in Global Health Determinants, Behaviors, and Interventions
Harvard Medical School
Current Grad Student, MD
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Susan Barton Reading System is a structured literacy program designed to teach reading through explicit, systematic phonics instruction. It's based on the Orton-Gillingham approach and helps students develop strong decoding skills, fluency, and comprehension by breaking reading into manageable, sequential steps. The program is particularly effective for students who struggle with traditional reading instruction or have dyslexia.
While Providence classrooms serve an average of 14 students per teacher, personalized 1-on-1 Susan Barton instruction allows tutors to adapt the pace, materials, and teaching strategies to each student's specific needs and learning style. This individualized approach means students get immediate feedback, targeted practice on their exact trouble spots, and the ability to move forward only when they've truly mastered each skill—something that's difficult to achieve in a group setting.
The Susan Barton program is highly effective for students struggling with phonemic awareness, decoding, sight word recognition, fluency, and comprehension. It's also designed to help students with dyslexia or those who haven't responded well to other reading interventions. By teaching the rules of English phonics explicitly and systematically, students gain confidence and independence in reading, even if they've fallen behind grade level.
Susan Barton instruction can help students from early elementary through high school, depending on their reading level and needs. Younger students often benefit from foundational phonics and decoding skills, while older students may focus on fluency, comprehension, and tackling more complex texts. Tutors assess each student's current reading level and customize instruction accordingly, regardless of grade level.
The first session typically includes an assessment of the student's current reading skills—including phonemic awareness, decoding ability, fluency, and comprehension—to determine where to begin instruction. Tutors will also discuss the student's learning history, goals, and any specific challenges. This foundation allows the tutor to create a personalized plan that targets the student's exact needs and builds from there.
Many students show noticeable improvement in phonics skills and decoding accuracy within a few weeks of consistent Susan Barton instruction. Fluency and comprehension gains typically develop over several months as foundational skills strengthen. The timeline depends on the student's starting level, frequency of sessions, and practice between lessons—consistent engagement accelerates progress significantly.
Tutors who work with Varsity Tutors on Susan Barton instruction have specialized training in the Orton-Gillingham approach and structured literacy methods. Many hold teaching certifications, have experience working with struggling readers, and understand how to diagnose and address specific reading challenges. Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors whose expertise and teaching style match your student's needs.
Getting connected with a Susan Barton tutor is straightforward—reach out to Varsity Tutors with information about your student's reading level, goals, and availability. You'll be matched with an expert tutor experienced in the Susan Barton system who can begin with an assessment and personalized instruction plan. Most families schedule sessions weekly or twice weekly for consistent progress.
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