When my son began third grade I suspected he had dyslexia only to discover that it didn't matter because at that time dyslexia was not recognized by the state of New Mexico (this changed in 2010).
From that point on I prayed I would be able to keep him in school long enough to graduate from high school.
Seeing and dealing with the impact of dyslexia in a personal and educational setting on a daily basis made me eager to learn and do more. When the opportunity was presented to me to be trained as an Academic Language Therapist, I was able to make my decision easily. And so, my journey began. One I have never regretted taking. It has sparked a passion that continues to grow as I tutored children, informed parents and witnessed the transformation of children with dyslexia gain confidence in the their ability to read, write and spell successfully.
Remember the son who inspired my journey? He graduated from high school a semester early, served in the military, started his own successful business and works as a supervisor in a high profile business. He is highly accomplished and provides for a beautiful family.
Whether you are looking for intensive training to become a therapist to support dyslexic learners, want to improve personal knowledge or "experience dyslexia" we have an option that meets your needs.
Providing proven effective dyslexia therapy for individuals or small groups. Highly trained dyslexia therapists provide Orton Gillingham based sequential, systematic, multisensory and accumulative lessons three to five times a week. Focus areas include: Phonemic Awareness, Phonics, Vocabulary, Fluency and Comprehension,
Through a variety of activities, interviews, and assessments this screening allows peace of mind knowing the difficulties one is experiencing is most likely due to dyslexia or not. This does not provide a diagnosis of dyslexia.
This is a two year intensive training that allows the participant to become an expert in dyslexia and gain the knowledge to provide the appropriate type of therapy for the greatest gains. Curriculum and ongoing support included. Payment plans available.
Customized training to focus on the needs of an individual or a small group of teachers.
Customized to fit the needs of the client. Ninety minutes to three day trainings available.
Training Categories and cost
One day training for certified teachers who are looking for a curriculum that meets the needs of the K-1 students who have been identified as at risk for dyslexia or with dyslexia.
Bridges: A Dyslexia Intervention Connecting Teacher, Avatar and Student in a two-year curriculum written by the staff of the Luke Waites Center for Dyslexia and Learning Disorders at Scottish Rite for Children. The curriculum is designed to maintain high-quality, research-based and highly effective dyslexia instruction while reducing teacher preparation time. Certified teachers are provided with two weeks training.
This training is designed to meet all the requirements to become a Certified Academic Language Therapist. It requires a two year commitment to complete the course requirements.
A curriculum suitable for learners with dyslexia, ages 14 year and older who have the capacity to benefit from a fast-paced intervention. **Participants must be already trained as a academic language therapist or practitioner. A week long training is available as part of the pathway to Certified Academic Language Practitioner.
Participants will complete a year long training, beginning with fives days of training in the summer with three additional seminars required through out the training year. This provides for ongoing training and support for a successful outcome. Payment plans available.
An intensive simulation that places the participant in up to six (6) activities that allows them to "feel" what it would be to have dyslexia. All or part can be presented to a group of 30 participants at one time. Plan for 3 hours to complete the full simulation.
Making a Meaningful Difference Now and in the Future
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