Award-Winning Reading Intervention Tutors
serving Ogden, UT
Reading Intervention
Tutors in Ogden
Private 1-on-1 tutoring, weekly live classes for academic support, test prep & enrichment, practice tests and diagnostics, and more to elevate grades and test scores.
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Candice's path through Fulbright teaching in Taiwan, Wilson Reading instruction, and years as a teaching artist gave her an unusually wide lens on why readers struggle — sometimes it's phonics, sometimes it's language processing, sometimes it's a confidence problem masquerading as a skills problem. Her MFA in Creative Writing from The New School and BA in English from the University of Chicago ground her in the structure of language itself, which she brings to bear when building decoding and comprehension skills from the ground up. Rated 4.7 by families.
Early reading struggles compound fast — a student who can't decode confidently at seven often avoids reading entirely by ten. McKenna spent two years working directly with elementary learners on phonics, fluency, and comprehension, designing repetitive but engaging practice that builds real momentum. Her 5.0 rating speaks to the patience and positivity she brings to every session.
Hello! I'm a reading intervention specialist with over 15 years of experience helping struggling readers build stronger skills and confidence. I use an Orton-Gillinghaminspired, structured literacy that is explicit, systematic, multisensory, and tailored to each learner. Sessions may include phonemic awareness, phonics, decoding, spelling, fluency, comprehension, and writing based on individual needs. My goal is to strengthen the foundational literacy skills that make reading easier.
I earned my Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Cardiff University, and have a Masters in Counseling from Monash University. Trained in the Orton-Gillingham approach to literacy, I am passionate and experienced in using a multi-sensory approach to tutoring students with dyslexia and other reading difficulties. Having worked in an educational setting for over 11 years in Hong Kong, I am experienced in working with students from kindergarten all the way through to primary school.
I received my degree in Elementary Education from York College of Pennsylvania. I then attended McDaniel College where I received a masters degree in reading and became a Reading Specialist. My love for teaching reading continued and I furthered my education at Mount Saint Mary's University for training in Reading Recovery. I started my career teaching kindergarten and currently am a reading specialist in my school district, where I work one on one and in small groups with struggling readers. My passion is for tutoring early learners to help them gain the skills they need to grow as readers and writers. In my tutoring sessions I love to get to know my learners interests and personalities. I incorporate manipulatives, sight word games, leveled texts, and writing into sessions to make sessions more engaging. I love to build confidence in my learners by focusing on their strengths in order to get the most amount of growth out of my learners. My hobbies include exercise, spending time with my family, and going to the beach.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Reading intervention is targeted instruction designed to help students who are falling behind in reading skills—whether due to decoding difficulties, comprehension challenges, or lack of fluency. Personalized 1-on-1 instruction focuses on the specific areas where a student struggles, using evidence-based strategies like phonics, sight word recognition, and comprehension techniques to build confidence and close reading gaps.
Reading difficulties can be identified as early as kindergarten or first grade, and early intervention is most effective. However, students at any age can benefit from reading support—whether in elementary school, middle school, or high school. Varsity Tutors connects students in Ogden with tutors who assess current reading level and design instruction appropriate for each student's age and needs.
Common challenges include difficulty with phonemic awareness and decoding, slow reading fluency, trouble understanding what's been read, weak vocabulary, and difficulty with complex texts. Reading intervention tutors work on these foundational skills while also building strategies for comprehension and critical thinking, helping students move from struggling readers to confident, independent learners.
Your first session includes an assessment of current reading skills—decoding, fluency, comprehension, and vocabulary. From there, a tutor creates a personalized plan targeting specific gaps, using structured lessons that might include phonics drills, guided reading practice, comprehension strategies, and regular progress monitoring. You'll see consistent feedback and adjustments as your student progresses.
Progress depends on the severity of the reading gap and consistency of practice, but most students show measurable improvement within 4-8 weeks of regular tutoring sessions. Sustained gains come from combining tutoring with practice at home, so tutors often provide strategies and activities for families to reinforce learning between sessions.
Absolutely. With 65 schools across 8 districts in Ogden, reading intervention tutors are familiar with local curriculum standards and can align personalized instruction with what students are learning in class. Whether your student needs foundational skill-building or support with grade-level texts, tutors work to bridge gaps while supporting classroom success.
Look for tutors with expertise in reading science, phonics, fluency, and comprehension strategies—ideally with training in structured literacy or reading intervention programs. Varsity Tutors connects you with experienced tutors who understand how to diagnose reading difficulties and use evidence-based methods to build skills systematically.
The first session is primarily diagnostic. Your tutor will assess reading level, identify specific strengths and challenges, and ask about your student's reading history and goals. You'll leave with a clear understanding of what's being addressed and what personalized instruction will look like moving forward.
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