What is a specialist dyslexia teacher?
What is a specialist dyslexia teacher?
A specialist dyslexia teacher is highly trained to support children who struggle with reading, writing, and spelling, using methods specifically designed for dyslexia. I hold a Level 5 qualification in dyslexia teaching and am a certified Orton-Gillingham (OG) practitioner — one of the most respected, evidence-based approaches for children with dyslexia.
The Orton-Gillingham method is considered the gold standard for dyslexia teaching. It is structured, explicit, and multi-sensory, meaning children learn through seeing, hearing, and doing, which helps them connect letters, sounds, and words in a lasting way.
What My Lessons Include
Individualised teaching: Lessons are tailored to your child’s specific strengths and challenges.
Step-by-step instruction: Clear, structured guidance to help children understand letters, sounds, and words.
Multi-sensory learning: Children learn through seeing, hearing, and doing, making reading and writing stick.
Confidence-building: Focused practice helps children feel capable and motivated.
Evidence-based strategies: Using proven methods, including the Orton-Gillingham approach, to support reading and spelling.
Parental support: I equip families with practical skills and strategies to reinforce learning at home.
Progress-focused: Lessons aim to build skills, independence, and a love of learning, not just short-term fixes.
“The results have been amazing. She’s more confident in her writing and her ability to retain what she has learned. I feel we can use it in so many other aspects of her education.”
Parent of Layla, aged 11