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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about pricing, scheduling, and our Orton-Gillingham certified tutoring services in-home, online, and beyond.

Scholarships and Payments

Are you an approved provider for the Florida Empowerment Scholarship through Step Up For Students?

Yes. iReading TUTOR is a direct-bill provider with Step Up For Students for the Florida Empowerment Scholarship. We are also an approved provider for Educational Savings Accounts (ESA) in Arizona, Indiana, Florida, Texas, and West Virginia.

Parents must reserve the required funds through the EMA Marketplace portal. After completing the reservation, please text a clear photo or screenshot of the EMA reservation to 561-418-6856 so it can be recorded on your child's account.

EMA reservations may need to be completed each month based on your child's tutoring schedule and available scholarship funds.

Are you an approved provider for Educational Savings Accounts (ESA)?

Yes. iReading TUTOR is an approved provider for Educational Savings Accounts (ESA) in Arizona, Indiana, Florida, Texas, and West Virginia.

In-Home and Online Tutoring

Do tutors come to our home?

Yes. Depending on tutor availability and your location, tutoring sessions can take place in your home or at a local library.

We also offer online tutoring for families who prefer virtual sessions or who do not have an available in-home tutor in their area.

How much do you charge for in-home tutoring?

iReading TUTOR charges $114 for a 60-minute in-home tutoring session.

Sessions may take place at your home or at a local library. Additional travel fees may apply in certain urban areas or locations that require extended travel.

Do you offer face-to-face tutoring?

Yes. We offer face-to-face tutoring in students’ homes and at local libraries, depending on tutor availability in your area.

Online tutoring is also available for families throughout the United States and Canada.

What hours are available for in-home and online tutoring?

In-home tutoring sessions may be available between 8:00 AM and 9:00 PM Eastern Time.

Online tutoring sessions may be available between 7:00 AM and 10:00 PM Eastern Time.

Session times are subject to tutor availability and the child’s schedule.

How can I schedule an appointment to speak with someone?

You can schedule a consultation with a member of the iReading TUTOR team by using the calendar link below:

Schedule a Consultation:

https://calendly.com/sld-dyslexia/ireading-tutor-meeting

During the consultation, you can discuss your child’s needs, diagnosis, academic concerns, availability and tutoring options.

Do you provide tutoring throughout the United States and Canada?

Yes. We match students with qualified tutors throughout many areas of the United States and Canada. If in-home tutoring isn't available in your area, we also provide high-quality online tutoring. Simply provide your address and your child's availability, and we'll match you with the most appropriate learning specialist.

Tutoring Programs and Student Needs

How many weeks of tutoring will my child need?

The length of tutoring depends on your child’s current academic level, learning needs, diagnosis, attendance and response to instruction.

Children who are performing below the 25th percentile in reading or mathematics may require approximately 60 to 80 hours of targeted instruction to make meaningful progress toward the average range.

Every child progresses differently. A consistent schedule, regular attendance and continued practice are important for achieving the best possible results.

Do you tutor children with Autism, Dyslexia, ADHD, language impairments and other learning difficulties?

Yes. iReading TUTOR works with students who may have:

Dyslexia

Autism Spectrum Disorder

ADHD

Language impairments

Specific Learning Disabilities

Reading difficulties

Spelling and writing difficulties

Mathematics difficulties

Developmental language disorders

Other learning-related challenges

Our team reviews each child’s needs before matching the student with an appropriate tutor or learning specialist.

Do you have certified Dyslexia Specialists?

Yes. iReading TUTOR works with qualified Dyslexia Specialists who provide structured, individualized literacy instruction for students with dyslexia and other language-based learning difficulties.

Tutor qualifications and availability may vary by location and by the specific needs of the student.

Are your tutors Orton-Gillingham certified?

Yes. We work with tutors who have training and certification in Orton-Gillingham and other structured literacy approaches.

Students are matched with a tutor based on their learning needs, diagnosis, location, schedule and the tutor’s qualifications.

What is the price for online Orton-Gillingham tutoring?

Online Orton-Gillingham tutoring is available at the following rates:

$85.50 for a 45-minute online session

$114 for a 60-minute session

In-home tutoring may also be available. An additional travel fee may apply in certain urban areas, including some areas of Miami, depending on the tutor’s travel distance.

What tutoring services do you offer?

We offer all evidence based programs proven to make gains in students who struggle with learning literacy skills, especially those with Dyslexia, ADHD and Autism diagnosis

Tutor Matching and Availability

Do you have a tutor in my city?

We match students with tutors and learning specialists in many areas throughout the United States and Canada.

Tutor availability depends on your location, your child’s needs and your preferred schedule.

To help us find the most appropriate tutor, please provide:

Your complete address or ZIP code

Your child’s age and grade level

Your child’s learning needs or diagnosis

Your preferred days and times

Whether you prefer in-home, library-based or online tutoring

After reviewing this information, our team will determine whether an appropriate tutor is available in your area.

Why should families choose iReading TUTOR?

iReading TUTOR provides personalized evidence-based services including:

• Reading Tutoring

• Dyslexia Intervention

• Math Tutoring

• Speech & Language Therapy

• ADHD Support

• Autism Support

• Orton-Gillingham Instruction

• Structured Literacy

• SAT, ACT & CLT Test Preparation

• Social Skills Programs

• In-home Tutoring

• Online Tutoring

Speech and Language Services

Do you offer Speech-Language Pathologists in Florida?

Yes. Speech-Language Pathology services may be available in Florida for $145 per hour.

Depending on availability, therapy sessions may take place in the child’s home or at a local library.

Services may include support for:

Articulation and speech sound production

Receptive language

Expressive language

Vocabulary and semantics

Sentence structure and syntax

Word order

Subject-verb agreement

Pronoun use

Developmental language disorders

Language difficulties related to Autism

Language difficulties related to Dyslexia

Availability depends on the child’s location, needs and the availability of a qualified Speech-Language Pathologist.

Autism and Social Skills Programs

Do you offer the evidence-based UCLA PEERS program for children and teens with Autism or Asperger’s Syndrome?

Yes. iReading TUTOR offers online social skills groups based on the evidence-based UCLA PEERS program for children and teenagers with Autism Spectrum Disorder, including individuals previously diagnosed with Asperger’s Syndrome.

The program may include:

A 45-minute online social skills group for the child or teenager

A separate 45-minute coaching session for parents or designated social coaches

Instruction on initiating and maintaining conversations

Understanding verbal and nonverbal social cues

Developing and maintaining friendships

Handling disagreements and resolving conflicts

Managing teasing, rejection and difficult social situations

Improving emotional responses

Role-playing and guided social practice

Practicing skills during real-life social activities

Parents and designated social coaches receive guidance on how to support the participant, provide appropriate feedback and reinforce newly learned skills outside the sessions.

The goal of the program is to help participants apply the social skills learned during group sessions to real-life situations at home, school and within the community.

Getting Started with iReading TUTOR

What is the process for getting started with iReading TUTOR?

The process begins with the parent or guardian providing information about the child’s learning needs, diagnosis, academic concerns and availability.

Step 1: Complete the Intake Form

To get started, please complete the Intake Form here:

https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/form/oZgCjzeOKFecPucZu2kO?notrack=true

The parent completes the intake form sent by email or text message.

The form may ask for:

The child’s age and grade level

Academic concerns

Existing diagnoses

Current reading or mathematics level

Preferred tutoring format

Home address or ZIP code

Preferred days and times

Step 2: Schedule a Consultation if Needed

Parents may schedule a telephone consultation to discuss their child’s needs in greater detail.

A consultation can be scheduled here:

https://calendly.com/sld-dyslexia/ireading-tutor-meeting

Step 3: Review and Tutor Matching

The iReading TUTOR team reviews the child’s information, including any diagnosis such as Dyslexia, ADHD, Autism, language impairment or another Specific Learning Disability.

The child is then matched with an appropriate tutor, Dyslexia Specialist, learning specialist or therapist based on:

The child’s needs

The required intervention

Location

Availability

Preferred tutoring format

Tutor qualifications

Step 4: Create a Consistent Schedule

A consistent weekly schedule is developed with the same learning specialist whenever possible.

The parent and tutor may be connected through a group text message where the starting date, tutoring schedule and important instructions are shared.

Step 5: Receive TutorBird Portal Access

The parent receives an email invitation to access the TutorBird portal.

TutorBird may be used for:

Viewing the tutoring schedule

Receiving invoices

Making weekly prepayments

Managing account information

Reviewing session-related details

Tutoring sessions begin after the required intake information, reservation or payment arrangements and scheduling steps have been completed.

EMA Scholarship Booking Process

How do I begin tutoring using Step Up For Students EMA scholarship funds?

Parents using Step Up For Students must first reserve the required funds through the EMA Marketplace portal.

After completing the reservation:

Take a clear screenshot or photo of the EMA reservation.

Text the reservation image to 561-418-6856.

Include the child’s full name in the message.

Allow the iReading TUTOR team to review and record the reservation.

Complete the intake form with your child’s needs and availability.

Wait for tutor matching and schedule confirmation.

Receive your TutorBird portal information by email.

Tutoring should not begin until the required EMA reservation and account information have been reviewed and confirmed.

Can parents pay privately instead of using scholarship funds?

Yes. Parents who are not using Step Up For Students scholarship funds may pay privately.

Private-pay options may include:

Credit card

ACH bank transfer

Payment arrangements and weekly prepayment instructions will be provided through the TutorBird portal.

Additional payment details should be confirmed with the iReading TUTOR team before tutoring sessions begin.

Reading & Dyslexia Questions

Why is my child struggling to read?

Many children struggle with reading for different reasons, including dyslexia, language processing difficulties, limited phonics instruction, attention challenges, or gaps in foundational reading skills. A comprehensive evaluation can help identify the underlying cause and determine the most effective intervention.

Signs of Dyslexia by Age

Signs of dyslexia vary by age and may include delayed speech, difficulty learning letter sounds, trouble reading accurately or fluently, poor spelling, and difficulty remembering sight words. Early identification allows children to receive evidence-based intervention sooner.

My child hates reading. What can I do?

Children often avoid reading when it feels frustrating or overwhelming. Building confidence through structured, personalized instruction and celebrating small successes can help make reading a more enjoyable experience.

How do I help my child read?

The best approach is consistent, evidence-based instruction combined with daily reading practice, positive encouragement, and individualized support. Structured Literacy approaches such as Orton-Gillingham are highly effective for many struggling readers.

What is Structured Literacy?

Structured Literacy is an evidence-based approach that teaches reading in an explicit, systematic, cumulative way. It focuses on phonemic awareness, phonics, vocabulary, fluency, spelling, and reading comprehension and is recommended for students with dyslexia.

Does my child have dyslexia?

Only a qualified professional can diagnose dyslexia. However, if your child struggles with reading accuracy, spelling, decoding, or reading fluency despite appropriate instruction, an evaluation may be recommended.

How do I get my child tested?

Parents can arrange a psycho-educational evaluation through a licensed psychologist or qualified evaluator. We can also help guide families toward appropriate evaluation resources and next steps.

Reading Intervention Near Me

iReading TUTOR offers both in-home and online evidence-based reading intervention. We serve families throughout many areas of the United States and Canada by matching students with qualified learning specialists.

Parent Questions

Why can't my child remember sight words?

Difficulty remembering sight words may indicate weaknesses in phonological processing, orthographic mapping, or other foundational reading skills. Explicit, structured instruction helps many children build automatic word recognition.

Is dyslexia hereditary?

Yes. Dyslexia often runs in families. Having a parent or sibling with dyslexia increases the likelihood that a child may also experience reading difficulties.

Can dyslexia be cured?

Dyslexia is a lifelong learning difference, but with early, evidence-based intervention, children can become successful, confident readers and develop strong literacy skills.

How long does tutoring take?

Every child is different. According to research, students significantly below grade level often benefit from approximately 60–80 hours of structured intervention, although individual needs may vary.

What age should intervention begin?

The earlier intervention begins, the better. Children can benefit from evidence-based instruction as soon as reading difficulties become apparent, even in preschool or early elementary years.

Will my child ever enjoy reading?

Many children develop confidence and begin to enjoy reading once they receive instruction that matches their learning needs and experience success through structured, supportive teaching.

Is online tutoring effective?

Yes. High-quality online tutoring can be highly effective when delivered by trained learning specialists using evidence-based instructional methods. Many families appreciate the flexibility and convenience of virtual sessions.

How often should tutoring happen?

Most students benefit from tutoring 2–3 times per week, depending on their goals, learning needs, and availability. We work with families to develop a schedule that best supports consistent progress.

General Information

Do I need a formal diagnosis before tutoring can begin?

No. A formal diagnosis is not required to begin tutoring. We work with children who have diagnosed learning differences as well as students who simply need additional academic support.

How are tutors matched with my child?

We carefully match each child with a learning specialist based on their diagnosis, learning needs, personality, goals, schedule, and preferred tutoring format.

Can tutoring begin immediately?

Once your intake form is received and we identify the best tutor for your child, we'll contact you with available schedules so tutoring can begin as soon as possible.