Experience
Joyful
Literacy &
Learning
K–5 professional learning for schools and districts, and individualized, evidence-based Structured Literacy™ instruction for learners of all ages.
Empowering Educators, Students, and Families
Inside & Outside the Classroom
Reading and writing is challenging work. I partner with schools to build teacher capacity and with families to rewire the reading and writing brain. The greatest impact comes from precise, research-aligned instruction that empowers students, equips families, and strengthens educators.
Hi! I’m Barb.
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Let's work together to bring joy and connection around literacy back to your classroom and home.
Transformational, Research-Based Literacy Support
Explore Offerings Rooted in Clarity, Collaboration, and Community
Building a Classroom Partnership for Lasting Impact
I work alongside educators in a coaching partnership that is job-embedded, strengths-based, and grounded in evidence. Together we co-design goals, study student work, and practice high-leverage moves in real classrooms with modeling, feedback, and reflection. I make complex research usable, build shared routines that stick, and align efforts across roles so learning is consistent for students. The result is precise, measurable growth alongside a shared practice that feels focused, supportive, and energizing.
On-Site Residencies
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On-Site Residencies will help educators learn content and practice evidence-based methods with more personalized support in group or 1:1 settings.
Across several 2-4 day cycles, we will engage in a combination of activities, including:
Lab sites
Individual coaching
Curriculum mapping
Study groups
Creating and implementing school-wide vision statements
Learning Institutes
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Learning Institutes give educators the opportunity to learn about a topic as a mini course of study. Across 2-5 consecutive days, we work to:
Study a topic, in-depth
Create tools to support practice
Establish routines to collaborate with colleagues
Learn ways to implement key pieces of research into practice
Literacy Coaching
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My approach to Educator Professional Development gives district or building-based coaches ways to support their individual teacher goals. In this engagement I…
• Facilitate meetings between coaches and administrators
• Help create schedules for coaching cycles
• Learn the content of coaching
• Develop content and prepare for grade-level meetings
Dyslexia-Focused Structured Literacy Instruction
I provide individualized and comprehensive reading and writing instruction for learners with dyslexia, for those who show characteristics of dyslexia, and for typical readers who want a boost in proficiency. Instruction is rooted in Orton-Gillingham and follows principles of a multisensory structured language approach that is meaningful, long-lasting and JOYFUL. As a Certified Dyslexia Therapist Candidate through The APPLE Group, the only International Dyslexia Association-accredited program of its kind, I design lessons that are precise, measurable, and tailored to each learner. I will work alongside your school's in-house education team to support a truly collaborative relationship that enhances your students growth, regardless of age or grade.
Dyslexia Screening
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I have been trained in The APPLE Group's trademarked Dyslexia Screener (TM), which offers age-appropriate versions (K–1 and 2nd grade to adult) to check the key skills that drive reading success. It is research-based, flexible enough to use more than once a year, and provides clear next steps so support can start right away.
Who it’s for: Two versions: K–1, and 2nd grade to adult.
What it checks: Key foundational reading skills including sound awareness, letter knowledge, and accurate word reading.
Why it’s solid: Research-based and flexible; can be given multiple times to show growth.
What you get: Clear results and plain-language next steps.
How it helps: Guides targeted, evidence-based instruction.
Why early matters: Spot challenges sooner to start during crucial learning windows.
Dyslexia Therapy
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Dyslexia therapy is specialized instruction that targets how the brain processes language and reading. Research confirms that with appropriate instruction and dosage (twice a week, for one hour a session), dyslexic brains can begin to look and function like non-dyslexic brains.
What it is: A targeted approach that treats the root of reading difficulty - Not homework help.
Why it’s different: Directly addresses how the brain processes sounds, language, and print.
How it’s delivered: Structured Literacy, one hour, two times per week - in-person or virtual.
Why it works: Backed by brain science; practice strengthens new neural pathways for reading.
Instruction model: The APPLE Group for Dyslexia, grounded in peer-reviewed research.
Quality assurance: The only dyslexia therapy program accredited by the IDA.
Results that last: Gains in reading, spelling, handwriting, comprehension, and independence that support lifelong learning.
Ongoing Support
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Learning Support provides individualized, research-based instruction that builds the reading and writing skills your child needs to thrive. Using Structured Literacy and close progress monitoring, we match teaching to your child’s strengths and next steps.
What it is: Targeted instruction tailored to your child’s profile.
How it’s planned: Screening and data analysis guide goals and lessons.
How it’s taught: Structured Literacy - systematic, explicit, diagnostic, cumulative, multisensory and step-by-step to ensure your child understands the structure of our English language.
Family partnership: Clear updates, progress reports, and simple practice to use at home.
Why it matters: Growth in skills, confidence, and joy - students see themselves as capable, resilient learners.
1 in 5 Students are Dyslexic
All learners benefit from clear, explicit teaching.
Barb brings Structured Literacy to homeschool pods, individual families, and traditional classroom settings with targeted small-group lessons, simple home practice, and regular progress updates. Choose the support you need now - screening, therapy, or ongoing instruction - and watch their skills and confidence grow.
