I am a seasoned educator and reading specialist, empowering struggling readers from Kindergarten to Sixth Grade through evidence-based methods rooted in the Science of Reading. I personalize instruction, blending phonics, decoding, spelling, writing, and comprehension, fostering significant reading achievement. I have helped over 40 families move their child forward with their learning in the last 3 years. I have an established following on my Facebook pages where parents seek information about reading and tutors seek information on how to tutor online with little to no effort. My YouTube pages continue to grow their reach, as do my social media channels on Instagram and TikTok. I have been a guest on the podcasts, The Online Tutor Podcast and Tutoring Tips for Teachers. I have also made several guest appearances and led educational summits including IMPACT 6 and SOAR 1 and 2.
I had a surprising request this week... A young adult contacted me about tutoring services. He had reached out to several online tutors for help with his spelling, and I was the only one who responded. I asked if he had time for a virtual call, and he quickly joined. During our conversation, I discovered he is a very intelligent young man. He simply felt he might have dyslexia because he has struggled with spelling for so long. He didn't have a conventional upbringing, and his cultural...
"I'm Bored!" As a busy, frazzled parent that is the LAST thing you want to hear from your kids! It is summer time, the kids are supposed to be outside enjoying the sunshine and having fun with friends! In a perfect world, this would totally be true. Unfortunately, this is not always that case. Some neighborhoods just don't allow the freedom other do to let the kids run around and just be kids. Sometimes kids have to go to a daycare provider and when the come home they are suddenly confronted...
I have 3 Summer Reading Picks perfect for your summer reading list! Our learners are LOVING our summer reading suggestions! I just put together a YouTube video that shares three special titles that will have your kids giggling and learning life lessons. Check out the video at https://youtu.be/Lm4sbcuXCg8 Be sure to like and subscribe so you don't miss out on NEW content! The goal of the Tutoring with Sheryl podcast is to continual support your family with ideas to get the kids reading and...