Passaic County · NJ
Orton-Gillingham Tutoring in Clifton, NJ
Structured, multi-sensory reading and writing tutoring for Clifton families, delivered one-on-one by a practicum certified reading specialist.
Reading help that comes to Clifton
Clifton is one of Passaic County’s largest and most diverse communities, and its families want the very best for their children’s education. When a child here is falling behind in reading, waiting rarely helps — but the right, targeted instruction does.
I provide in-home Orton-Gillingham tutoring throughout Clifton and the surrounding Passaic County area, with virtual sessions available too. Every lesson is built around your child, using the structured, sequential approach that helps struggling readers finally make sense of how words work.
Also serving nearby
- Passaic
- Paterson
- Nutley
- Montclair
- Little Falls
- Woodland Park
Is your child struggling with:
- Identifying the letters and sounds within a word
- Confused about the correct order and sequence of letters
- Understanding phonemic awareness (putting sounds together to say or read a whole word)
- Mixing up sounds, getting sounds in the wrong order while reading words or phrases
- Inserting sounds that are not in a word, or omitting sounds while reading or writing
- Struggling with reading comprehension, unable to explain key points of the text
- Expression, intonation, and inflection while reading
These challenges can significantly impact your child’s reading success. However, all of these concerns can be addressed utilizing a systematic multi-sensory Orton-Gillingham approach, integrating reading fluency, writing and spelling.
The 5 Components of Reading
Every lesson is built around these five pillars, woven together with multi-sensory Orton-Gillingham instruction.
Decoding
Breaking words into sounds and blending them back together.
Fluency
Reading smoothly, accurately, and at a comfortable pace.
Vocabulary
Building the word knowledge that unlocks meaning.
Reading Comprehension
Understanding, remembering, and explaining the text.
Written Expression
Putting thoughts into clear, organized writing.
Credentials & Experience
- MS, Special Education
- MS, Reading
- Practicum Certified Orton-Gillingham Reading Specialist
- Practicum Certified through the Institute of Multi-Sensory Education (IMSE)
- 25+ years working with children
- Experience across multiple east coast school districts
Orton-Gillingham Tutoring in Clifton — Questions
Do you offer in-home tutoring in Clifton?
Yes. I offer in-home Orton-Gillingham tutoring throughout Clifton and the surrounding northern New Jersey area, as well as virtual sessions if that is easier for your family.
What ages and grades do you work with in Clifton?
I work with children from Pre-K through 6th grade, meeting each child at their current reading level regardless of grade.
My child struggles with reading but hasn’t been diagnosed with dyslexia. Can you help?
Absolutely. A formal diagnosis is never required to begin. The structured, multi-sensory Orton-Gillingham approach helps any child who is struggling with reading, writing, or spelling.
How do we get started?
The first step is a free consultation. We’ll talk about your child, your goals, and a schedule that fits your family in Clifton. From there we build a personalized plan together.
What families and colleagues say
Ms. Keppler is one of those teachers that challenges students academically. I have been impressed with Patricia’s flexibility in using a variety of multi-sensory methods to teach struggling readers.
Boblyn Dobbs I am a parent who has known Patricia Keppler for the last 2 years. She has provided service for my son in decoding, spelling, reading, vocabulary, and solid study habits. Patricia is punctual and has implemented a wide range of methodologies to ensure that my child is successful in literacy.
Regina Vortman Patricia is a person of genuine care and has a passion to work with children to help them achieve their fullest potential. She is dedicated to helping the students.
Candace Galvez
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Ready to help your child read in Clifton?
The first step is a free consultation. Call or email Patricia to talk about your child, with no pressure and no obligation.