Unique Strenghts
   
 

One-on-One Instruction

  
 
Research shows that children benefit tremendously from one-on-one reading instruction. READ is unique in that it provides individualized instruction by pairing struggling elementary grade readers with teens who are trained to tutor them in reading. READ tutors are closely supervised as they implement a highly structured curriculum and methodology over sixty 45-minute sessions.
  
 
 

Measurable Results

  
 
READ students demonstrate significant and measurable reading gains. The average gain to date is one full grade level in reading after approximately 45 forty-five minutes tutoring sessions. Reading gains have improved even as READ has grown. (more)
  
 
 

Research-Based Curriculum

  
 
READ’s curriculum is based upon thirty years of federal research and priorities for effective reading instruction established by National Reading Panel. READ is approved by New York State as a scientifically-based education program, eligible to qualify for No Child Left Behind funding.
  

Leadership, Community Service and Employment Opportunities for Teens

READ provides teen tutors with appropriate training and ongoing supervision so that they can meet the needs of struggling young readers.  Tutors report that they learn “patience,” “persistence,” and “creativity” while tutoring for READ.  They also have the personal satisfaction of seeing their students make a year’s growth in reading. READ tutors gain valuable work experience as they earn community service hours, letters of recommendation, and paid summer jobs.  Some develop an interest in teaching or other helping professions.  Tutors who demonstrate leadership skills may qualify for a Lead Tutor position, in which they assist the READ teacher in facilitating a successful READ tutoring program.

School Partnerships

READ works with each partner school to provide targeted early intervention to the right students at the right time in their lives.  READ tutoring is overseen by teachers who have a thorough grounding in the READ curriculum and methodology.  They model correct procedures and monitor student progress.  Because READ tutoring focuses on reinforcement of basic reading skills, classroom teachers are able to concentrate on more sophisticated vocabulary and comprehension development with the whole class.