Lori Abelson

Reading and Literacy Tutor

Rate: $50.00-$100.00 Available For: Private Tutoring, Online

Nashua, New Hampshire
Boston, Massachusetts

I currently provide reading support using a structured literacy approach while making sure to weave in high-interest topics and current technology into all lessons and activities!
I am trained in an IMSLEC Orton-Gillingham approach and incorporate Kilpatrick phonemic awareness tools to ensure students are getting a well-rounded reading intervention.
Please get in touch to ask me about 1:1 Tutoring, Group Tutoring, Book Clubs and Writing Clubs!

Experience :

• I was an Elementary Public School teacher for over 20 years. I have taught most grades K-5 and spent the last 12+ years of my teaching career as a Reading and Literacy Specialist working with students as well as mentoring teachers.
• I left teaching full time in 2021 but continue to pursue my passion of working with students.
• I am passionate about helping students develop strong reading skills and a love for literature.

Education :

• Certified Reading Specialist - MA, K-12, Salem State University
• Certified Elementary Teacher - MA, 1-6, Simmons University, Boston, MA
• BS, University Of Massachusetts-Amherst
• ESL/Sheltered English Immersion - Teacher, Endorsement MADOE

Orton-Gillingham Training Information :

• Orton-Gillingham Multisensory Instruction Training
• PHONICS FIRST®LEVEL I (K – 5TH GRADE) 30hrs. 2021
• LEVEL II (K - 12TH GRADE) 30hrs.
• Brainspring-IMSLEC Accredited, International Dyslexia Association
• Phonological Awareness: Essential Skills for All Readers 2021
• Brainspring-IMSLEC Accredited, International Dyslexia Association
• Fundations/Wilson Training 2018