Unlock your child’s reading potential with a qualified literacy specialist

Who am I?

I’m Sophie, a graduate of the University of Florida with a Master’s degree in elementary education.

I’m a former elementary classroom teacher of 5 years, and have taught 5th, 2nd, and 3rd grade. I’m now transitioning my career to harness my expertise of the Science of Reading to help children one-on-one, and consult with parents, homeschool organizations, and other educators on how to implement reading interventions with fidelity.

I feel uniquely lucky that at my time at UF, I was trained in the reading intervention UFLI by my professors who were the original creators of the program. I’ve used UFLI in my own classroom and while private tutoring, and I will never stop raving about the amount of growth students make in their reading skills in a short amount of time.

Check out my other tabs on my website to learn more about the Science of Reading as a whole, more details about my favorite intervention (UFLI) and what a typical tutoring session will look like, and see if Math and/or ESOL tutoring services are something you’re interested in as well.

Why hire a tutor?

You may be wondering why you need me—UFLI’s resources are free, and the manual that goes along with it is reasonably priced!

Well…

🧠 Why UFLI Alone Isn’t Enough

Even with excellent materials, implementation matters. UFLI is powerful—but only when used with precision, consistency, and responsiveness to a child’s unique needs. Because of my experience and expertise, I can…

  • Diagnose decoding errors or phonological gaps

  • Adjust pacing based on mastery, not just completion

  • Reinforce skills with multisensory strategies

  • Recognize when a child needs review vs. reteaching

👩‍🏫 What I Bring That UFLI Can’t Teach

Trained by UFLI’s creators and steeped in evidence-based practice, I offer:

  • Personalized instruction tailored to your child’s strengths and challenges

  • Real-time feedback and error correction that builds confidence

  • Progress monitoring and goal setting that keeps learning on track

  • A warm, encouraging environment that fosters motivation and trust

🛠️ Beyond the Toolkit: Expert Execution

UFLI gives you the tools. I give you the craftsmanship:

  • I know when to slow down, when to push forward, and when to pivot

  • I use diagnostic cues to uncover root issues—not just surface mistakes

  • I integrate Orton-Gillingham strategies for students who need more support

  • I make learning joyful, not just structured