brain friendly reading
Highly-Skilled Trained Tutors
Children struggling with reading and spelling benefit from direct and explicit instruction that follows evidence-based practices based on the latest brain research. BFR Tutors are trained to work with children using highly effective techniques that produce results.
Certified Tutors
Kristin Dwyer, B.S., M.Ed. Co-Founder of BFR
Kristin Dwyer, B.S., M.Ed. Co-Founder of BFR
Kristin Dwyer, B.S., M.Ed. Co-Founder of BFR
Uncovering the simplest and most effective strategies for moving children up the ladder of reading is the cornerstone of Brain Friendly Reading. After spending years in classrooms (1st-8th) with no tools to help struggling readers, I became an Orton-Gillingham trained Dyslexia Specialist. Firmly rooted in the Science of Reading, Elaine
Uncovering the simplest and most effective strategies for moving children up the ladder of reading is the cornerstone of Brain Friendly Reading. After spending years in classrooms (1st-8th) with no tools to help struggling readers, I became an Orton-Gillingham trained Dyslexia Specialist. Firmly rooted in the Science of Reading, Elaine and I have carefully curated the BFR program. As the Lead Trainer and Curriculum Designer, I work with teachers, parents, and tutors, equipping them with both the theory and practical skills necessary to be successful.
While my primary role is as the Executive Director of BFR, I do see tutoring clients in Farmington Hills, MI and on-line. Working with children inspires me to keep advocating for evidence-based reading instruction in our schools and provides important interactions where insight and innovation happen. info@brainfriendlyreading.org
Elaine Smith, B.A. Co-founder of BFR
Kristin Dwyer, B.S., M.Ed. Co-Founder of BFR
Kristin Dwyer, B.S., M.Ed. Co-Founder of BFR
I mastered the art of teaching reading to young children of varying abilities first as a Head Teacher in a Montessori classroom. As a TX State Certified teacher and public school administrator, I coached and mentored teachers. After receiving nationally recognized dyslexia training through Neuhaus, I came back to my first love, workin
I mastered the art of teaching reading to young children of varying abilities first as a Head Teacher in a Montessori classroom. As a TX State Certified teacher and public school administrator, I coached and mentored teachers. After receiving nationally recognized dyslexia training through Neuhaus, I came back to my first love, working with struggling readers as a Reading Specialist in an elementary school with over 1,000 children. Moving children up to grade level fluency as quickly as possible was the goal. It meant I had to innovate new ways of teaching groups of children while getting unmatched results. When I moved to Michigan, I began tutoring. Kristin and I collaborated in create the Brain Friendly Reading program. Elaine tutors in person in Livonia, MI
Kelly Rummel, M.A. Reading and Dyslexia Tutor
Kristin Dwyer, B.S., M.Ed. Co-Founder of BFR
Kelly Rummel, M.A. Reading and Dyslexia Tutor
I hold a Michigan teaching certificate in elementary education/early childhood education/reading specialist in addition to a MA from the University of Michigan as a K-12 reading specialist with 10 years of experience working in schools,
When my second son struggled to read, I became frustrated. Even as a reading specialist, I didn't hav
I hold a Michigan teaching certificate in elementary education/early childhood education/reading specialist in addition to a MA from the University of Michigan as a K-12 reading specialist with 10 years of experience working in schools,
When my second son struggled to read, I became frustrated. Even as a reading specialist, I didn't have the right tools to teach a child with dyslexia. For the past 6 years my passion has been to learn as much as I can about dyslexia, Orton-Gillingham, the science of reading, and how best to teach dyslexic children. Kelly tutors on-line and in person in Plymouth, Dearborn and surrounding communities in MI. kellytw6@gmail.com
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Kim burgess, M.Ed. Reading and dyslexia tutor
Nancy Jaber, B.S. Reading and Dyslexia Tutor
Nancy Jaber, B.S. Reading and Dyslexia Tutor
I am a licensed teacher with over 10 years of experience and hold a master’s degree in Early childhood Education. I have worked with students from a variety of backgrounds and am eager to help others become better readers. I tutor in person in Sterling Heights and surrounding communities in MI. Contact me at kfleitz@msn.com.
Nancy Jaber, B.S. Reading and Dyslexia Tutor
Nancy Jaber, B.S. Reading and Dyslexia Tutor
Nancy Jaber, B.S. Reading and Dyslexia Tutor
I have been teaching for over 30 years . I successfully homeschooled my five children through high school and one of my greatest accomplishments was teaching my four sons and one daughter to read.
I taught pre-school through third grade in a classroom for several years and have enjoyed teaching young children hand sewing at local homesch
I have been teaching for over 30 years . I successfully homeschooled my five children through high school and one of my greatest accomplishments was teaching my four sons and one daughter to read.
I taught pre-school through third grade in a classroom for several years and have enjoyed teaching young children hand sewing at local homeschool coops.
I hold a degree from Eastern Michigan University in Social Science and am looking forward to working with your family. I am located in Redford and tutor in person and on line. Contact me at
Erin Hardin, M.ed. Reading and Dyslexia Tutor
Nancy Jaber, B.S. Reading and Dyslexia Tutor
Erin Hardin, M.ed. Reading and Dyslexia Tutor
I am a retired special educator with 28 years of public school experience working with children in elementary and middle school. I hold a Michigan teaching certificate in elementary education/special education K-12, with a Masters Degree in Learning Disabilities. I have enjoyed working with students at various reading levels and help
I am a retired special educator with 28 years of public school experience working with children in elementary and middle school. I hold a Michigan teaching certificate in elementary education/special education K-12, with a Masters Degree in Learning Disabilities. I have enjoyed working with students at various reading levels and helping them make significant gains in their reading progress, as well as helping them become more confident in their reading abilities. I tutor in person in the Downriver communities or can tutor virtually. Contact me at esutphen@gmail.com.
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Tricia Nichols, B.S. Reading and dyslexia tutor
Tricia Nichols, B.S. Reading and dyslexia tutor
Tricia Nichols, B.S. Reading and dyslexia tutor
I am a certified teacher with a K-8 general education degree. I have more than ten years experience in the classroom. My background is with preschool through 5th grade and I currently teach a 4th/5th grade split level class. My interest in dyslexia stems from my own children. I have four children, all of which are sprinkled with different
I am a certified teacher with a K-8 general education degree. I have more than ten years experience in the classroom. My background is with preschool through 5th grade and I currently teach a 4th/5th grade split level class. My interest in dyslexia stems from my own children. I have four children, all of which are sprinkled with different levels of dyslexia. I look forward to the impact that my training will have with children. I tutor in person in Belleville, Taylor and surrounding communities. Contact me at btkjlmnichols@gmail.com
Future BFR Tutor
Tricia Nichols, B.S. Reading and dyslexia tutor
Tricia Nichols, B.S. Reading and dyslexia tutor
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Tricia Nichols, B.S. Reading and dyslexia tutor
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