Willamette Valley Dyslexia Center
We turn struggling readers into confident readers.
Who we are...
Dyslexia specialists devoted to helping children learn to read confidently in record time!
What we do...
We teach children of all ages and levels how to read and write using the most up-to-date methods and programs for struggling readers.
We are passionate about helping struggling readers, both those diagnosed with dyslexia and those without a formal diagnosis.
Learn more about us in the video below!
Listen to what other parents are saying...
A tailored plan for your struggling reader...
Children that attend our center improve their reading and spelling skills dramatically!
Children with dyslexia learn differently, and we teach the way that dyslexic children learn best!
We use an Orton-Gillingham-based, multi-sensory approach, which means using techniques that activate multiple sensory pathways in the brain. This technique is proven to improve your child's reading now and give them the skills to be lifelong readers.
Children are tutored one-on-one with a reading and dyslexia specialist who creates a custom plan for your child. This allows the curriculum to be tailored to your child's individual needs and focus on your child's specific struggles.
Our Services
Online Dyslexia Tutoring
Want individualized dyslexia tutoring but don't live in the area?
Online tutoring is the best option for those who want individual tutoring, but are unable to come into the dyslexia center. The program materials are mailed to you and then all tutoring is done online with a reading and dyslexia specialist.
My sons teachers kept saying he was just a "late learner,"
but he actually had dyslexia.
"My son was 10 years old and still could barely read! All the programs at his school weren't helping. He kept falling more and more behind every year.
Finally, I came to my senses, and I started him at the dyslexia center. Within a year at the dyslexia center, he was reading ABOVE grade level. Now he is a confident reader and one of the best students in his class!"
-Theresa Parr,
mother of a dyslexic child
What is dyslexia?
Many erroneously believe that dyslexia is a result of people reversing the letters in words. This is a common misconception that is not the root cause of dyslexia.
Children with dyslexia struggle to see and hear small nuances in both the sound and appearance of the elements of speech and letters (also known as phonemes). As a small child, they may confuse the appearance and sound of letters like b and d. Things get increasingly more difficult for dyslexics as they get older and letter combinations become more complicated.
The purpose of personalized dyslexia tutoring is to teach these basic phonemes, letter combinations, and higher reading concepts in ways that the dyslexic brain can understand and remember. This is accomplished by using a variety of proven techniques specific to reading disorders.
Here's how to get started...
CONTACT US
Tell us about your specific situation and needs, and our dyslexia center director will reach out to you with answers and suggestions.
Call/text 503-990-6602 or
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CHAT WITH THE DYSLEXIA
DIRECTOR
We will talk to you about your specific needs and create an individualized plan for your child.
After identifying specific areas of need your child will be placed with the right tutor for them.
GET STARTED WITH YOUR DYSLEXIA TUTOR
All of the dyslexia tutors at Willamette Dyslexia Center have been trained in the most up-to-date methods for teaching children with dyslexia and other reading disorders.
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Where are we located?
We are located in Salem, Oregon, near the Turner Road Walmart and the Salem Airport.
Our address is 1665 25th St. SE, Salem, OR 97302.
Don't live nearby?
If you don't live in the Salem area, no worries! We offer online dyslexia tutoring. Your child will meet 1:1 with a dyslexia specialist each week via google classroom.
Meet the Dyslexia Team
Every dyslexia tutor is trained in the most up-to-date methods for teaching children with dyslexia and other reading disorders.
Lynn
Dyslexia Center Director
Lynn is a former special education teacher who has always had a passion for helping children learn to read. And when her own daughter was diagnosed with dyslexia her passion grew even more.
Frustrated with the lack of resources for children with dyslexia in schools she founded the dyslexia center.
Beth
Dyslexia Tutor
Beth is a former elementary school teacher. Her passion for helping those with dyslexia started over a decade ago when her daughter was diagnosed with dyslexia.
Thanks to dyslexia tutoring, her daughter (now an adult) is an AVID reader, and Beth is devoted to helping other dyslexic children find the same success.
Sasha
Dyslexia Tutor, site manager
Sasha has 20 years of experience teaching children, including 4 of her own.
Her passion for helping children with disabilities started when she worked as a preschool teacher and has continued to grow. Now she works closely with children with developmental and behavioral delays and one-on-one with children with dyslexia in our center.
Dyslexia Tutor
Leah
Dyslexia Tutor
Leah has a Bachelors degree in Elementary Education with a special certificate in English as a Second Language.
She loves working with children one-on-one and especially enjoys working with young children and those who struggle with language.
Viktoria
Dyslexia Tutor
My name is Viktoria Mirigliano, I am a special education teacher and began teaching in 2016. I am from Las Vegas, Nevada and I have also spent some time living in Anchorage, Alaska and Florence, Italy. I've lived in Salem for four years now, and love getting to live in the Pacific Northwest. In my free time, I enjoy running, hiking, rock climbing, reading, making art and spending time with my little family and our two crazy German Shepherds.
Erica comes to us with a delightful background serving kids and the community through various positions including organizing musuem activities at the Mill, coaching kids in online programs, and other roles. She is soft-spoken and patient with our struggling readers. When asked what her favorite part of tutoring is, she replied, "I love seeing their confidence come in, and watching those lightbulb moments. That is when I know our hardwork is paying off."
Erica
Dyslexia Tutor
Haven
Dyslexia Tutor
Born and raised in Salem, Oregon, with a recent bachelor’s in biology from Willamette University. Since early high school I knew I had a passion to work with the younger generation, initially helping out at church and then three foster kids at home. I thought nursing was my route but after working in the ER for a year, I decided teaching may be a better suited way I can help the younger generation. This school year I started working at a Salem-Keizer Elementary school and have loved the experiences it has given me thus far.
In my free time I enjoy hiking, snowboarding, painting, doing puzzles, and playing with my three French bulldogs who I consider my family as I raised them since day one due to one being deaf and the other two having cleft pallets.
Michaela
Psych.D. clinical student
Hi! My name is Michaela Lillie, and I am a 4th-year doctoral student at George Fox University. I am originally from Iowa, and I am the oldest of 5 children. My lovey fiancé and I live with our dog, Blais, and cat, Karen. In my free time, you can find me reading, crocheting, watching Supernatural, or going on long walks. I love working with children and working collaboratively to find solutions. I am so honored you have chosen us for your care, and I am thrilled to work with you!
Margaret
Dyslexia Tutor
Hey there! I’m your go-to reading guru with five years of teaching experience in Oregon and Idaho teaching third, fourth, and fifth-grade.. I am a native of Salem, Oregon but I received a Bachelor's Degree in Education from Brigham Young University - Idaho. I am certified to teach Elementary Education and English Language Arts. My journey in education has led me to embrace various roles, including substitute teaching and a year of experience in reading intervention. Beyond the classroom, I'm fluent in French, and love learning languages and grammar.
I have been married for 7 years and have a daughter. We love to camp, travel and play disc golf. I also enjoy reading, cooking, music, knitting, graphic design, and spending time with friends and family. Family is at the heart of everything I do, and I understand the importance of creating a supportive and nurturing environment for every student I work with.
Heather Darwin is a retired school teacher, mother, and grandmother. Married for 38 years, Heather and her husband, Keith, moved to Oregon 8 years ago from Vermont. Seeing God's beautiful creation from coast to coast has brought great joy.
She loves reading, reading to children, and teaching and watching children learn to read. She has spent years working with children in schools, in church, and at home. She recognizes the need for parents, teachers and specialists to work together in educating our children. As a mother, Heather learned to advocate for her two sons who had ADHD and OCD. They are now grown, college graduates, married, and have successful careers. Heather hopes to use her experience to help others while tutoring at WVDC.
Heather
Dyslexia Tutor
