Erica Triggs

Tutors and teachers in private practice both support students and ultimately share the same goal—helping children succeed academically. That said, the structure and approach behind the work can look quite different. Understanding that distinction can help families choose the type of support that best fits their child’s needs. First, I always like to say that tutoring plays a really valuable role in education. Tutors help so many students stay on track, review classroom material, and build...

When a child struggles with reading, the right supports can make an immediate and meaningful difference. While these tools are especially helpful for students with dyslexia, they can benefit any developing reader by reducing cognitive load and improving access to text. It is important to remember that supports do not replace structured literacy instruction, but they can significantly improve confidence, independence, and comprehension while foundational skills are developing. Below are...

During the summer of 2024, I enrolled in a $50 micro-credential course through SUNY New Paltz, and that’s when I truly entered the world of the Science of Reading . I had heard the term circulating in education spaces, but I didn’t fully understand what it meant. After all, I had already taken graduate-level courses on teaching reading. We just didn’t call it that . What surprised me most was how quickly I completed the course. In less than a month, I worked through every module, something I...