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4+ years
Candice
I am an English instructor dedicated to enriching the lives of my students. I hold a BA in English Language and Literature from The University of Chicago and an MFA in Creative Writing from The New School. Over the years, I have merged my love of language and literature with my long-standing commitm...
The New School
Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing
University of Chicago
Bachelor in Arts, English
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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
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
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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
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
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
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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
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Tony
I am a recent graduate of Yale University and incoming first year medical student at Columbia University. Originally from the DC area, I have always had a passion for science and medicine and pursued a degree in Biology while at Yale. During the 2008-2009 academic year, I tutored science, math, Engl...
Yale University
Bachelor of Science in Biology
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Samuel
I am a freshman at Caltech majoring in Applied and Computational Mathematics. My favorite subject to tutor is math because I find it very rewarding to simplify complex topics to aid in understanding. I have lots of tutoring experience. In high school, I ran and taught an SAT prep class and was vice ...
California Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Science, Applied Mathematics
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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
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Wilson Reading System is a structured literacy program designed to help students who struggle with decoding, fluency, and comprehension. It uses a systematic, phonics-based approach that breaks reading into manageable steps, making it especially effective for students with dyslexia or other reading difficulties. Tutors trained in Wilson Reading teach students to recognize letter patterns, blend sounds, and apply these skills to real texts, building confidence and independence as readers.
Wilson Reading can be used with students from elementary through high school, depending on their reading level and needs. The program is flexible and meets students where they are, rather than at their grade level. Whether a student is in 2nd grade struggling with basic phonics or a high schooler catching up on foundational skills, Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who can adapt Wilson Reading instruction to match your student's specific needs.
During the first session, a tutor will assess your student's current reading level, identify specific challenges with decoding or fluency, and discuss learning goals. This helps the tutor create a personalized plan using Wilson Reading strategies tailored to your student's needs. You'll also learn what to expect from the tutoring process and how to support your student's progress at home.
Many students begin showing improved decoding skills and confidence within 4-6 weeks of consistent tutoring, though the timeline varies based on the severity of reading difficulties and frequency of sessions. Significant gains in fluency and comprehension often develop over several months of regular practice. Consistency is key—students who work with a tutor weekly and practice between sessions typically see faster progress than those with sporadic instruction.
With 40 schools and over 13,700 students across 9 school districts in the St. Louis area, many students benefit from targeted reading support outside the classroom. Wilson Reading provides the intensive, personalized instruction that can be difficult to access in a traditional classroom setting with a 13.2:1 average student-teacher ratio. Varsity Tutors connects St. Louis families with tutors trained in Wilson Reading who understand local school curricula and can complement what students are learning in class.
Expert tutors working with Varsity Tutors for Wilson Reading instruction have specialized training in the Wilson Reading System and understand the science of reading instruction. Many have backgrounds in education, special education, or reading intervention. When you connect with a tutor, you can discuss their specific experience with Wilson Reading and their success helping students with similar challenges to your own.
Yes. While Wilson Reading builds strong decoding foundations, tutors also help students develop fluency, comprehension, and confidence as readers. Once students master phonetic patterns, tutors work on reading speed, understanding what they read, and applying these skills to grade-level texts. This comprehensive approach ensures students don't just decode words—they become engaged, capable readers.
Contact Varsity Tutors to discuss your student's reading challenges and goals. We'll match you with a tutor trained in Wilson Reading who fits your schedule and your student's needs. After an initial assessment, your tutor will develop a personalized plan and begin working with your student to build stronger reading skills and confidence.
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