About Me

Annette has been a certified speech-language pathologist for over 30 years and a special education teacher for 6 years. Her passion is working with children and adults with dyslexia.

Annette is an approved tutor through the Rocky Mountain Branch of the International Dyslexia Association. Annette is also trained in a variety of multi-sensory reading approaches. These include Orton-Gillingham, Lindamood Bell, Language!

Nationally Certified and Colorado State Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist

Colorado Licensed Special Education Teacher

Philosophy

The assessment is to determine where the reading struggles occur. I evaluate the five critical areas of reading that were determined by the National Reading Panel in 2000. They are: phonological awareness, phonics (spelling), fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension. I also assess writing. Once the areas have been identified, the more targeted

the treatment is in order to improve the student's reading skills. At every session I am monitoring the student’s progress by taking data on how the student is progressing in the targeted areas. Additionally, I complete intervention-oriented assessment every 3-4 months to be sure the student has succeeded in gaining skills in the targeted areas as well in overall reading.

My philosophy for treating students with reading difficulties is simple. I provide an intervention-oriented assessment, targeted treatment, and frequent progress monitoring.

Treatment

Treatment is at least once a week with most students being able to handle 50-60 minutes of treatment. Research shows (Shaywitz, 2003) that a child with a reading disability who is not identified early may require as much as 150-300 hours of intensive instruction if they are going to close the reading gap between themselves and peers. Due to family schedules, financial considerations, and other activities, I accommodate a weekly schedule that works best for the family. Children seen once per week make progress and can close the gap, it just takes longer. Providing reading treatment is a long-term commitment on the part of myself and the parents.

Testimonials

Parent of 6th Grader

"Annette is fantastic and our son feels comfortable working with her. It seems that they have a working friendship while they have fun while learning... Our son feels more at home working with Annette and has made steady progress. We highly recommend Annette and her services. “

Contact

Louisville, CO 80027

(303) 981-2775

bb46@comcast.net