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Dyslexia Intervention and Orton Gillingham Tutoring

New Leaf Literacy offers 1:1 tutoring for students in kindergarten through eighth grade who have dyslexia or are demonstrating significant reading and/or spelling weaknesses. We serve families in Londonderry, Hampstead, and surrounding Southern NH communities.

Lessons may use the Wilson Reading System, Just Words, UFLI Foundations, or Lively Letters. Sessions are individualized to each child and are based on the results of our initial literacy evaluation. Instruction is provided by an International Dyslexia Association-recognized practitioner. During the school year, families must commit to a minimum of two sessions per week to ensure effective progress.

If you are ready to begin the evaluation process to enroll in tutoring, please complete this form or reach out using the Contact page.

✨New for Fall 2026: Early Reader Jumpstart (Limited Availability)

A focused 12-session program to get your 6-8 year old reading and set you up to keep the momentum going at home. More information coming soon.

✨New for Fall 2026: All About Reading & All About Spelling Implementation Support

Are you using All About Reading or All About Spelling with your homeschooler? Teaching your child to read is one of the most important things you’ll do, and one of the hardest to troubleshoot alone. If you’re using AAR or AAS and wondering if you’re on the right track, I’m here to help. I offer consultation support for homeschool families who want an expert eye on their child’s progress and personalized guidance on how to adjust the program to meet their needs.

Annual Homeschool Portfolio Evaluations

Families who choose New Leaf Literacy for portfolio reviews appreciate receiving an honest, clear picture of their child’s learning, along with practical, research-based recommendations to help their child continue to grow and reach their full potential.

I am available to evaluate students who are participating in structured homeschool settings. With my background in special education, I am sensitive to the differing rates of progress for students with learning challenges. If you’re looking for more than just a checklist, I provide thoughtful, personalized feedback that reflects where your child is and where they can go next.

Please use the Contact page to request a portfolio evaluation.

Foundational Literacy Evaluations (Reading & Spelling)

A foundational literacy evaluation assesses your child’s strengths and weaknesses in literacy skills, including phonemic awareness, phonics, spelling, fluency, and comprehension. You will receive a report summarizing the results and recommendations. We offer these evaluations in Londonderry and Hampstead for families across Southern NH. If you’re interested in tutoring for your child, the foundational literacy evaluation is our first step.

Reasons that parents may consider a foundational literacy evaluation:

• Peace of mind that your child is on the right track
• Concerns about a family history of dyslexia or reading struggles
• Prevention of future reading weaknesses in young children
• Remediation of existing reading weaknesses in older children

Family history of learning issues: 30%-50% of children of parents with dyslexia will also have dyslexia. 50% of siblings of individuals with dyslexia will also be affected. If there is a family history of dyslexia, the informal reading assessment can look for signs of dyslexia and help determine appropriate instruction.

Prevention: According to Dr. Nancy Young (2023), about 35% of children learn to read with relative ease no matter what type of instruction they receive. Approximately 60% of children require explicit instruction. By assessing your child’s foundational reading skills in the early years, we can determine if more robust literacy instruction is required to help your child become a fluent reader.

The “wait to fail” model is common in public schools but we do not need to wait until your child struggles to take action! Weaknesses in phonological awareness and rapid naming skills can predict future reading struggles. We can assess these skills as early as 5 or 6 years old. Uncovering a weakness in either of these areas means you can thoughtfully choose a curriculum that will fully support your child as formal reading instruction begins.

Remediation: If your child is struggling with literacy despite previous instruction, the informal reading assessment will pinpoint the weaknesses that are holding your child back, as well as the strengths that we can capitalize on. The results provide valuable information about what type of instruction will best suit your unique learner.

Peace of mind: Literacy is the foundation for future success, and it’s natural to worry about whether you’re teaching reading effectively. An informal reading evaluation can provide peace of mind by giving you a clear picture of your child’s skills. It helps identify strengths and areas that may need more focus, allowing you to tailor your instruction with confidence.

If you are ready to explore the evaluation process, please complete this form.

Parent Guidance Through the Special Education Process

After nearly two decades working in public school special education and being a part of hundreds of eligibility decisions, I will help you understand your rights as a parent and guide you to advocate for your child’s needs! Here are some scenarios in which I can provide support:

Before the evaluation process:

Are you worried that your child is falling behind academically? Are you confused or overwhelmed by the grades and test scores being sent home? Are you worried that your child is falling under the radar and not receiving the support they need? I will help you cut through the confusion and choose the next step!

During the evaluation process:

Are you nervous about receiving evaluation reports from the school and feeling overwhelmed by all the information in them? Are you worried that your evaluation review meeting with the school will move too quickly and you won’t have a good grasp of what the team is explaining about your child? I will help you understand the evaluation reports so you can walk into the evaluation review meeting with confidence.

For children who had a private neuropsychological assessment:

Your next step is to meet with the school to request support for your child. I will help you understand the neuropsychological assessment results and help you prepare for the meeting with your child’s school.

IEP Review: Is your child’s IEP working for them?

Are you worried that your child’s Individualized Education Program (IEP) is not resulting in effective progress? Let’s review the IEP, make sure you understand each section, look for any red flags, and work together to come up with questions for the IEP team. If necessary, we will advocate for changes to ensure that your child’s IEP is adequately supporting their needs.

Support for Teachers in School Settings

I began my career as a jack-of-all-trades special education teacher with a broad but not deep knowledge of learning disabilities. If this sounds like you but you want to develop the knowledge base and skill set necessary to fully support your underperforming students, I can guide you in choosing the books, professional development, and training that will help you become a skilled literacy teacher.

Would you like to work together?

I’d love to meet with you, virtually or in person, to talk about how I can support you! Please reach out through the Contact page. I look forward to connecting with you!