Meet Matt, Literacy and Reading Specialist

With 7 years of experience as a literacy specialist and elementary school reading interventionist, I help struggling readers of all ages develop phonics, fluency, comprehension, and writing skills.

Credentials & Expertise:

Education & Certifications:

  • Bachelor’s in English Literature, University of Central Florida (UCF)

  • Master’s in Reading Education, UCF (in progress)

  • Certified Florida Educator: English (6-12) & Reading (K -12)

  • Certified in SIPPS, Being a Reader, Orton-Gillingham

Teaching and Tutoring Experience:

  • Certified teacher since 2020 with 7 years of classroom experience, including tutoring and substituting

  • Experience in public and private schools, working with diverse learners

  • Specialized in MTSS (Multi-Tiered System of Supports) and literacy interventions for students with learning disabilities

  • Skilled in phonics-based interventions, ESL learners, and adult literacy coaching

Professional Memberships

  • Adult Literacy League (Central Florida)

  • Association of Literacy Educators and Researchers (ALER)

  • Florida Reading Association (FRA)

  • International Dyslexia Association

  • National Tutoring Association

Let’s work together to improve literacy skills for students and adults!