Welcome to the stacks!
Hi, I’m Claire! As a teacher, librarian, literacy and learning specialist in the Seattle area, my mission is to empower students with effective, research-based skills that strengthen literacy, critical thinking, and ultimately unlock a lifetime of learning.
Services
Reading & Literacy Intervention
Streamlined reading intervention using the Orton-Gillingham approach is the most effective support for readers with dyslexia. I also offer general reading tutoring to increase fluency and improve comprehension.
Writing Coaching & Essay Feedback
Trained in Hochman Method® by The Writing Revolution®, I guide writers to internalize essential writing skills. I also provide one-time essay support or feedback.
Executive Function & Study Skills
I cultivate students’ cognitive independence by teaching effective note-taking, organization, time-management, and study strategies.
Consultation & Facilitation
From discussion facilitation to engaging professional development, I can help you expand your own learning around supporting students with dyslexia and other language-based learning differences.
My Approach
Collaborative, Data-Driven Goal Setting
Explicit Instruction
Frequent Feedback
Multi-sensory
Dyslexia and ADHD-Friendly
About Me
A career educator and the parent of a child with dyslexia and ADHD, I believe reading and writing are the most essential skills for learning. By empowering learners to internalize essential frameworks for writing, reading, and learning, I set them up to achieve success in any area. I love helping students grow their skills and track that growth. In addition to tutoring, one of my special library skills is matching students with engaging books they can successfully read and even enjoy!
The majority of my experience involves working with middle schoolers and I am happy to support upper elementary through high school learners. I look forward to helping your student stack their literacy skills!
Teaching Experience
Current SPS Substitute with 15+ years of experience as an English Language Arts, Reading, and Social Studies teacher
Teacher-Librarian at Saigon South International School and Hamlin Robinson School
National Board Certified Teacher: Early Adolescence/English, Language Arts
Education and Training
Master’s In Teaching in Secondary English from the University of Washington
Endorsements in English Language Arts, Reading, Social Studies, Mid-Level Humanities and Library Media
Slingerland Introductory Course
The Hochman Method® by The Writing Revolution®
Yoshimoto Orton-Gillingham Basic Training (in process)