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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
6+ years
Ingrid
I am exploring my creativity by pursuing a double major in Asian Languages and Cultures with a focus in Korean, studying abroad in South Korea as a Benjamin A. Gilman Scholar, leading workshops that teach 3D printing and CAD for undergraduate students as the president of 3D4E, advocating for the fir...
Northwestern University
Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
Certified Tutor
Asta
I am a graduate of the University of Chicago where I received my undergraduate degree in political science. Right after graduation, I worked as an academic and test prep tutor as well as admissions consultant in Hong Kong. For the past two years, I worked with a number of students to help prepare th...
University of Chicago
Bachelor in Arts in Political Science
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
6+ years
Andrew
I am comfortable tutoring math subjects up to multivariable calculus and differential equations, as well as college physics.
University of North Texas
Bachelor of Science, Physics
Vanderbilt University
Doctor of Philosophy, Biomedical Engineering
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
The Susan Barton Reading System is a structured literacy approach designed to teach students how to decode and comprehend text through explicit, systematic instruction in phonics and language mechanics. It's particularly effective for students who struggle with reading or have dyslexia, as it breaks down the reading process into manageable, sequential steps that build strong foundational skills.
Students who benefit most include those with dyslexia or reading difficulties, struggling readers at any grade level, and students who haven't responded well to traditional classroom reading instruction. The system also works well for students who need explicit, step-by-step instruction to understand how letters, sounds, and words connect—skills that may be overlooked in larger classroom settings with an average student-teacher ratio like Colorado Springs' 15.7:1.
Personalized 1-on-1 instruction allows tutors to move at your student's pace, spend extra time on challenging concepts like phoneme awareness or syllable patterns, and adjust lessons based on their specific learning style. In a classroom setting, teachers must move forward with the whole group, which can leave struggling readers behind; personalized tutoring ensures every lesson is tailored to your student's needs and progress.
The first session typically focuses on assessment and getting to know your student. A tutor will evaluate your student's current reading level, identify specific challenges (such as phonics gaps or fluency issues), and discuss goals with you and your student. This foundation helps the tutor create a customized lesson plan aligned with the Susan Barton methodology and your student's needs.
Many students begin showing measurable progress within 4-8 weeks of consistent, personalized instruction, though the timeline varies based on the severity of reading challenges and frequency of sessions. With regular tutoring (typically 1-2 sessions per week), students often develop stronger phonetic decoding skills, improved fluency, and increased reading confidence within a few months.
Susan Barton reading instruction complements classroom learning by providing the explicit, structured phonics foundation that many Colorado Springs students need to succeed with grade-level reading materials. While classroom teachers focus on broader literacy skills and content, personalized Susan Barton tutoring fills gaps in foundational decoding and word recognition—essential skills that support success across all subjects.
Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors trained in the Susan Barton Reading System who understand the specific needs of Colorado Springs students. When you get matched with a tutor, you can discuss their experience with Susan Barton instruction, their track record with students facing similar challenges, and how they'll customize lessons for your student's learning style.
Yes, the Susan Barton system progresses from foundational phonics through advanced comprehension and fluency skills. As students master decoding, instruction expands to include vocabulary development, reading comprehension strategies, and the ability to tackle more complex texts—preparing them to succeed with grade-level reading demands across all subjects.
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