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https://outschool.com/classes/11-private-reading-phonics-based-tutoring-for-emerging-and-struggling-readers-EOVRy1nF

We can help beginning and struggling readers learn to read.

This class is best for students who are reading at KINDER OR FIRST GRADE LEVEL - who are still sounding out words, guess, make a lot of errors when reading, and have trouble reading simple unfamiliar words. This class is designed to provide long-term reading support. 

This is a great fit for students with dyslexia. 

• Your child will read original illustrated decodable stories, learn spelling rules, and play games to maintain an engaging online learning experience. 

• This is an academically focused class and the journey to becoming a strong reader can take lots of time and hard work. 

• Learner Expectations: The learner should be kind, safe, and respectful. 

When you enroll with Viva Phonics, you receive:
✔A top-tier curriculum
✔Highly qualified educators who care about helping your child make reading progress, and
✔RESULTS!

One-on-one sessions or small group classes allow each student time to practice reading and it gives us the opportunity to provide immediate corrective feedback. These two practices are crucial for struggling learners. 
Frequency is also important, so we meet at minimum three times per week.

Week 1: Read and spell 3-letter words with short a
Week 2: Read and spell 3-letter words with short a-o
Week 3: Read and spell 3-letter words with short a-o-i
Week 4: Read and spell 3-letter words with short a-o-i-u
Week 5: Read and spell 3-letter words with short a-o-i-u-e

How to Optimize Tutoring Sessions
The learner should:
• Attend all scheduled sessions.
• Be focused and participate in the reading activities.
• Be on time.
• Use a laptop or desktop computer. Phones and tablets are not ideal. 
• Be seated at a table.
• Have a writing notebook and pencil ready for spelling.
• Have a grown-up nearby in case technical assistance is needed.
• Wear a headset.
• Use a mouse instead of trackpad for easier management of interactive activities.

⭐️Ms. Sarah S.⭐️
Sarah has worked in education for more than 10 years. She has taught Pre-K and 1st grade at a Christian school. She has also taught Pre-K through 8th grade as a substitute teacher in public schools. She has homeschooled her 5 children for several years and has enjoyed helping them crack the code with reading! Sarah graduated from Southern Illinois University - Edwardsville with a bachelor's degree in Elementary Education and a minor in Spanish. She is certified to teach Elementary Education for K-9 students. Sarah likes to sing, listen to music, play her ukelele, hike, help people in need, and explore new places with her kiddos.