Who we are

Helping Families Find Where Every Piece Fits

As a certified dyslexia interventionist and licensed reading specialist, I understand the unique challenges facing families when their bright children struggle with reading. My dual perspective as both an insider to the education system and a specialized dyslexia interventionist allows me to provide comprehensive support that bridges home and school.

My Credentials & Training:

• IDA Certified Dyslexia Interventionist

• Licensed Reading Specialist and Pre-K-8th grade teacher

• Master’s Degrees in Elementary Education and Reading Science

• Significant professional development hours

• Experience supporting homeschool families

Why I Do This Work: I recently moved to Vienna and quickly fell in love with this community's commitment to educational excellence. Every day, I see bright, capable children who simply haven't found where their reading pieces fit yet. My mission is to help every student discover their perfect place in the reading world through proven, evidence-based intervention methods.

What Makes My Approach Different: At Tessera Academy, assessment isn't about finding what's "wrong" with your child—it's about discovering exactly where their unique learning pieces belong. Through comprehensive evaluation and individualized Orton-Gillingham intervention, I help children find their natural reading fit while supporting families every step of the way.

Serving Our Northern Virginia Community: Whether your child attends a Fairfax or Loudon County public school, or learns at home, I'm here to help them find their place where reading success feels natural and achievable.

Where every piece fits 🧩