LEARNING & CONSULTING

Support at every
stage and tier.

Personalized Pre-K–12 tutoring and reading intervention, college admissions guidance, and professional consulting — all from a doctor of education with 20+ years in the field.

Grades Pre-K–12 · Remote or In Person

Strong readers start here.

One-on-one tutoring and Science of Reading–based intervention, built around real assessment data and each student’s individual needs.

Core Subject Tutoring

Reading, writing, math, social studies, and science — individualized to each student’s level and pace.

Science of Reading Instruction

Explicit, structured literacy instruction grounded in current reading research.

Tier 2 & Tier 3 Reading Intervention

Targeted, data-driven support for students who need intensive, specialized reading help.

Progress-Monitored Learning Plans

Clear goals and regular check-ins so families can see real growth over time.

Why families choose Tier One

Every plan is built on real assessment data — the same approach used for school-based reading intervention, brought to your child’s specific needs.

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High School Students & Families · Virtual or In Person

From application to acceptance.

Hands-on guidance through every step of the college admissions process — for students writing their essays and parents navigating the paperwork.

College Essay Editing & Coaching

Hands-on editing and feedback that helps students find their voice and tell their story well.

Application Process Guidance

Support managing deadlines, requirements, and the full application from start to submission.

Financial Aid Navigation

Clear, step-by-step help understanding and completing the FAFSA and other financial aid paperwork.

Scholarship Discovery

Identifying scholarship opportunities that fit each student and helping families track and apply.

For Parents & Students

A steady, knowledgeable guide through one of the most overwhelming processes families face — from the first college search to the final submitted application.

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Virtual & In-Person Consultations

Your work, at its best.

Professional writing, editing, and consulting for educators, job seekers, and academics — clear, polished, and ready to represent you well.

Resumes & Cover Letters

Polished, role-specific materials that present your experience with clarity and confidence.

Executive Summaries & Professional Profiles

Concise, compelling overviews for promotions, leadership applications, and career transitions.

Presentation Design & Creation

Slide decks built to communicate clearly and present well in any room.

Academic Research & Writing Support

Organization, editing, and feedback for papers, studies, and graduate coursework.

For Educators

Specialized support drafting response and rebuttal letters following an unfavorable administrative review or observation — clear, professional, and grounded in your documented practice.

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About Tier One

Why “Tier One”

In education, Tier One refers to the strong, universal instruction every student deserves — the foundation everything else builds on. That idea drives both sides of this practice: get the foundation right, whether it’s a student’s reading skills or a professional’s resume, and everything built on top of it gets stronger.

Tier One Learning & Consulting is led by a doctor of education with more than 20 years of experience as a public school educator, reading intervention specialist, and academic consultant — bringing the same rigor and care to every student, client, and project.

At a Glance

  • Doctor of Education (Ed.D.)
  • 20+ years as a public school educator
  • Certified Reading & Academic Intervention Specialist
  • Trained in Science of Reading & structured literacy
  • Guides students & families through college admissions, financial aid, and scholarships
  • Former graduate research assistant & fellow
  • Confidential, detail-driven, deadline-aware

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Free introductory consultations available for both tutoring and consulting clients — virtual or in person.