Kathleen Ferrufino, M. Ed. ALT

Dyslexia Therapist in Orlando - Lake Nona Area

Rate: Contact For Rate Available For: Private Tutoring, Online

St. Cloud, Florida
Orlando, Florida

As a dyslexic individual, I know firsthand the struggles of reading, writing, and spelling. In first grade, I felt like a failure as the letters didn’t make sense to me, and my teachers were unable to help. It wasn't until third grade, when I started working with an Orton-Gillingham certified tutor, that I finally learned to read using a direct, systematic, and multi-sensory approach.

I then attended a private school for dyslexic students, which provided the learning environment I needed. Returning to public high school, I successfully applied the strategies and accommodations I had learned. In college, with updated evaluations and necessary accommodations, I finally felt a sense of relief and success.

As an adult, I continue to use assistive technology to manage my dyslexia, turning its challenges into advantages. Being dyslexic has shaped who I am today, and I’m grateful for it. I want to help children with dyslexia feel successful and empowered by sharing my knowledge and strategies. I'm here to support you and your child in finding your path.

Experience :

• Dyslexia Therapist (2024) - Completed 224 hours of dyslexia training, over 915 hours of working with students and 10 demonstration lessons
• Dyslexia Practitioner (2016) - Completed 90 hours of dyslexia training, 5 demonstration lessons

Education :

• Master of Special Education from George Mason University

Orton-Gillingham Training Information :

• Academic Language Therapist (ALT)
• Dyslexia Therapist (2024)
• Dyslexia Practitioner (2016)