"Hi, my name is Daniel. I have a master's degree in education and have been a certified special education teacher working in the Chicagoland area for 13 years. As a distinguished special education teacher, I have worked with a wide range of students in various settings. I am a certified Orton Gillingham tutor and am passionate about teaching struggling students how to read. Based on overwhelming research, this requires the use of an explicit or synthetic approach to phonics. I have many years of experience using the Wilson Phonics Program and the Orton-Gillingham approach and have seen tremendous student growth. These programs utilize a multi-sensory approach to reading, phonics, and spelling. I provide all materials and, additionally, model for parents a daily reading routine. Most importantly, I value the relationships that I build with students: I truly believe that positive relationships are instrumental for student growth! There is no better feeling than experiencing the transformation of struggling students as they learn to read!

I'm an excellent K-8 tutor because I have a large toolbox, I understand key developmental milestones, have worked with a wide range of students, and know, most importantly, how to keep students motivated! I cater the curriculum to student interests and develop positive relationships with every student and parent. I cater my tutoring to fit your needs!

I'm an excellent special needs tutor because I have over a decade of experience working with a wide range of special needs students. I have worked with students with Dyslexia, Learning Disabilities, Intellectual disabilities, Autism, Rett Syndrome, Spinal Muscle Atrophy, Emotional and Behavioral Disorders, and students with ADHD. I've worked extensively with students that use various Augmentative and Alternative Communication devices (AAC)--including eye-gaze devices. I truly understand from experience that no two students are the same. You can be assured that I will do whatever it takes to ensure your child's growth." less...