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This comprehensive 14-week training module equips tutors with the foundational skills to support literacy development in kindergarten through 5th-grade students. Tutors will learn how to teach essential early literacy skills like phonemic awareness, phonics, vocabulary development, reading fluency, and comprehension. The module also covers strategies for teaching writing, grammar, and language conventions and offers guidance on supporting struggling readers. With hands-on activities and real-world applications, this module prepares tutors to engage young learners and foster a love of reading, aligned with Common Core State Standards.
Designed for tutors working with middle-grade students, this 14-week module focuses on the shift from “learning to read” to “reading to learn.” Tutors will gain expertise in teaching vocabulary development, fluency, comprehension of literary and informational texts, and writing across multiple genres, including argumentative and informational writing. This module emphasizes critical thinking, text analysis, and academic language development, ensuring that tutors are equipped to meet the demands of middle school literacy standards. Special sessions include strategies for digital literacy, media evaluation, and supporting struggling readers.
Our Literacy Tutor Certification and Professional Development Program equips educators, after-school centers, and school districts with the knowledge and skills to deliver evidence-based literacy instruction. Based on the Science of Reading, our program is designed to improve student outcomes by training tutors in phonics, fluency, vocabulary, comprehension, and culturally responsive teaching practices. Benefits: For School Districts: Ensure all tutors receive comprehensive training in literacy best practices, backed by proven methods to raise reading levels across your schools. For After-School Centers: Standardize your literacy tutoring, helping your students excel in reading while giving your staff the tools they need to deliver consistent, high-quality instruction. For Tutors: Earn a certification that sets you apart with hands-on coaching, personalized feedback, and access to the latest literacy research.