“One book, one pen, one child and one teacher can change the world.”
-Malala Yousafzai
Empowering lives through literacy.
Professional Coaching, Tutoring & Consulting Brand Statement
After a rewarding career as a middle school educator, I spent the past 13 years serving as an educational consultant for publishing company, partnering with teachers and school leaders to strengthen literacy instruction and improve student achievement.
Throughout my career, my greatest passion has been empowering educators and students. Teachers shape the future by developing the next generation of leaders, thinkers, and problem-solvers. Supporting teachers and students in that work has been both my mission and my joy.
As I transition into independent educational consulting, coaching and tutoring, I am excited to continue helping schools, educators and students through:
•Literacy coaching
•Professional development workshops
•Instructional support
•Curriculum implementation
•Teacher mentoring
•Classroom engagement strategies
•Student-centered literacy instruction
By coaching educators, I can help influence countless students through stronger instructional practices and meaningful literacy experiences. Tutoring students will open a new world for each and every one of them.My goal is to partner with schools, districts, educators and students who are committed to improving literacy outcomes and creating engaging learning environments where both teachers and students thrive.
Hey kids, reading makes your brain strong! It's like magic that lets you travel to amazing places, meet cool characters, and learn new things without even leaving your chair. Reading helps you understand the world better, improves your thinking skills, and even makes you more creative! So get ready to work with me for an adventure of a lifetime!
Lily’s Reading Journey
Lily once struggled with reading. The words on the page felt like a confusing puzzle, and reading aloud caused her anxiety. Concerned about her well-being and eager to help, her parents discovered Path to Literacy. At Path to Literacy, we took the time to truly understand Lily’s unique needs through an evidence-based assessment, carefully identifying her strengths and challenges. This personalized approach allowed us to unlock her full potential.
With a focus on one-on-one tutoring tailored to each child or teen, Path to Literacy ensures that every learner receives the support they need. Today, Lily not only enjoys reading but is thriving in school—her confidence and academic success have soared.
Reflecting on quotes from a book increases comprehension.
A student must comprehend a recipe for a successful dish!
Reading Program
My goal is to help students not only become better readers—but to truly LOVE reading!
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All lessons are live online. Students will need a stable internet connection and access to a computer, laptop, or tablet. Please note: Chromebooks and cell phones are not recommended, as they do not support the tools required for effective tutoring. To ensure the best learning environment, students should be in a quiet room, free from distractions. Headphones are highly recommended, along with a pen and paper.
My reading program begins with an assessment designed to identify each student's areas of strength and pinpoint specific gaps. This allows for personalized instruction tailored to the needs of the individual learner. Once I identify the gaps, I apply the Five Pillars of Reading to their needs. Struggling readers benefit from frequent lessons and consistent practice. Depending on the student's age and needs, sessions may be scheduled 2 to 3 times per week for 30 to 60 minutes each. Progress will be evaluated after six weeks.
Unlocking the Secret Code of Reading: A Five-Pillar Approach
1.Phonemic Awareness- The ability to hear, identify, and manipulate individual sounds within spoken words.
2. Phonics-Students learn to connect sounds to letters or groups of letters.
3. Fluency- The backbone to comprehension involves reading with appropriate accuracy, rate, expression (intonation), phrasing, and pausing.
4. Vocabulary- It’s essential that students understand the meaning of words to comprehend what they read.
5. Comprehension- The process of making meaning of text by implementing key Reading Strategies that help students think critically and interact meaningfully with texts. Additionally, I will align books that the student is exploring in class.
Let's build strong readers—one step at a time!
Payment Info
Rates for K-12 tutoring services- payments must be paid two days before the session via Venmo. https://www.venmo.com/u/Nancy-Hutto-2
For effective results, I recommend three 30 minutes session per week
$75 for 45 minutes
$50 for 30 minutes