Tutors & Educational Services
While we are surrounded by amazing schools and terrific educational resources, many of us are may consider extra support for our kids at different times. While we know the school system is terrific, kids have a variety of needs, and fortunately, there are many amazing resources available locally (and remotely), which we want to share with all of you! If you are interested in being listed, please email us anytime at [email protected].
Make This School Year a Success with Huntington Learning Center, Westport!
As moms, we all want our kids to thrive in school, but sometimes they need a little extra help to reach their full potential. Whether it’s homework struggles, subject challenges, enrichment or preparing for big exams like the SAT or ACT, Huntington Learning Center is here to support your child every step of the way. At Huntington, we offer expert tutoring for children in grades K-12. Our services are customized to meet your child’s needs, and our highly qualified tutors provide support that can make a real difference in your child’s academic journey. For younger children, we offer great programs in math, reading comprehension, and phonics. As they get older, we offer subject tutoring, homework help, and comprehensive SAT and ACT test prep to ensure your child is fully prepared for every challenge.
Don’t let this school year be a source of stress. Take advantage of our FREE academic evaluation now through September 30th to see how we can help your child succeed.
Call us today at 203-601-2113 to schedule your evaluation and learn more about our services.
With Huntington, you’re not just getting tutoring—you’re getting a partner dedicated to your child’s success. Let’s make this the best school year yet
M.S. in Literacy Birth – 12th Grade; Advanced Certificate in Autism Spectrum Disorders
Contact Info: Email [email protected] | Phone: (516) 446-0789
- Allison has 23 years of experience Teaching & Tutoring students in grades Pre-K- 8th grade.
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Allison is trained in Fundations, Wilson Reading, Journeys, Orton-Gillingham, Singapore Math, Bridges in Mathematics as well as Teachers College Reading and Writing Project.
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Allison’s goal has always been to keep the students engaged while establishing a love for learning. It’s important to her that they enjoy what they’re doing and look forward to their time together.
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Allison continues to work with many families over the years and loves being able to deliver direct instruction to students so that she can meet their individual learning needs. During the last few years she has worked with many local families, helping students to feel confident again in school & fill in any missing pieces across all subject areas.
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Allison went back to teach again in 2021 for a year. She taught 4th grade and was able to learn a whole new skill set based on current learning standards that she’s now able to use with her students.
Dana Aussenberg – Learning Specialist, M.S. Ed School Counseling
Contact Info: Email: [email protected] | Phone: (914) 262-2021
Website: www.danaaussenberg.com
- Dana is a Certified School Counselor for grades K – 12. She specializes in working with students in grades 6 -12, teaching Executive Functioning skills including organization, time management, and study strategies.
- Dana’s approach is grounded in relationship building and learning about her students. To achieve success, trust and connection are essential. For children to succeed both in and outside of the classroom, they need to know how to plan their time effectively, stay organized, and study “smarter not harder”.
- Dana worked in NYC as a School Counselor at a 6th through 12th-grade school in Gramercy Park, and then worked at one of the nine specialized public high schools in New York City as a College Counselor. She went on to work for the City University of New York in a college transitions program helping students to develop problem solving, time management, and communication skills through a collaborative inquiry-based approach.
- Dana has been working as a private Learning Specialist for over 8 years and is happy to communicate with your child’s school to work as a team, ensuring that your child is continuously progressing.
Emmy Mlawer Hollenberg, Founder of Your Learning Toolbox
Website: www.
Contact Info: Email [email protected]
About:
- Your Learning Toolbox, founded by Emmy Hollenberg, provides individualized tutoring (K-12) and executive functioning coaching tailored to each child’s unique learning profile.
- With a growing team of 10+ tutors and executive functioning coaches in NYC, Northern NJ, and Fairfield County, we support students both in person and virtually.
- We specialize in executive functioning skills– time management, organization, emotion regulation, planning, and fostering a growth mindset, we equip students with tools for lifelong success.
- Our multisensory academic tutoring (Orton-Gillingham, expository writing, multisensory math) helps students access classroom content while building independence and confidence.
- Through our new Parent-School Liaison service, we act as a trusted partner bridging communication between families, schools, and outside providers to ensure consistent, collaborative, and aligned support.
Empowered Literacy – Lisa Baker, Owner, M.A., A/OGA, C-SLDI, B.C.A.S.E. – Developing Literacy for Struggling Learners & Children with Dyslexia
Website: Empowered Literacy – Lisa Baker
Contact: Email: [email protected]
About Lisa and Empowered Literacy:
- Empowered Literacy LLC is focused on providing literacy instruction to children with early reading difficulties, disabilities, and Dyslexia, as well as parent support throughout the special education process.
- Lisa Baker, owner, is a CT Certified K-12 Special Education Teacher, Orton-Gillingham Associate, CERI Certified Structured Literacy Dyslexia Interventionist, and Board Certified Advocate in Special Education.
- Services include literacy tutoring, informal assessments with progress reports, Evaluation and IEP reviews and consultations, and advocacy support.
- Lisa is dedicated to helping every child learn to read. She strives to support parents and schools in developing appropriate supports for students through positive and supportive collaboration throughout the special education process.
- B.A. from University of Pennsylvania
- Masters in Elementary Education from Bank Street College of Education
- Over 20 years of experience teaching and tutoring students in grades elementary-high school
- Former 1st Grade Teacher at The Dalton School and High School Spanish teacher in NYC
- Specializes in reading and writing as well as teaching executive functioning and organization skills and strategies
- Proficient in Spanish
- Flexible hours
- Westport Resident of 21 years; born and raised in Los Angeles
Inclusive Educational Practices – Paige Fitzgerald/Kate Magaldi- Special Education Consultants, MA Special Education
Contact: Email [email protected] | Phone: (845) 707-1478
Website: iepractices.com
About us:
- Certified special education teachers for grades K-12 looking to support the needs of students and their parents. We target underlying causes of learning difficulties to help students reach grade-level expectations
- 15+ years of experience working in classroom settings, as homeschool teachers, and special education tutors.
- Offer a tailored educational plan to support the growth and success of students with special education needs.
- Our journey with your child begins with comprehensive learning assessments to identify your child’s strengths and areas of growth. We offer a holistic approach to teaching to address your child’s social, academic, and executive functioning needs.
- We offer weekly in person or virtual tutoring opportunities as well as the opportunity to connect with us throughout the week for feedback regarding tests or assignments.
- Since collaboration is essential for success, we will be in communication with your child’s classroom teacher to best support his/her needs!
- Lastly, during our work with your child, we will be the best advocates to review evaluations and recommend next steps for your annual or triennial review!
- Lauren Field is a learning and reading specialist in Fairfield County with more than two decades of teaching experience. She has both her special education and elementary certifications.
- Has a BA in early childhood development and a Masters in Learning Disabilities
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Offering 1:1 tutoring sessions
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Can conduct formal reading evaluations and reading screenings- using a combination of standardized and informal assessments to determine where to target instruction
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Tutoring approach includes Orton-Gillingham and other research-based systematic, sequential, multi-sensory approaches targeted to address identified needs using a variety of materials, methodologies, and targeted support to differentiate instruction
- Provides intervention and support in reading and writing
Ilse Werther – LGR Learning Group
Contact: Email [email protected] | Phone: (917) 375-6214
Website: lgrlearninggroup.com
About us: We are a team of N.Y.C.-based educators, SLPs, and tutors trained in the Orton-Gillingham (OG) Approach. We provide bespoke academic support for school-aged children and guidance for parents and caregivers.
Contact: Email: [email protected] | Phone: (925) 818-2813
Website: https://
About:
- Founded by a former senior admissions officer, UnCommon App offers personalized coaching focused on the storytelling elements of the application—essays, activity lists, resumes, and interviews. Their unique approach ensures that every element works together to reflect not just what the student has accomplished, but who they are.
- Through expert, one-on-one counseling, UnCommon App helps students to craft:
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- Compelling essays that showcase their authentic voice, perspective, and potential
- Resumes and activity lists that highlight leadership and growth
- Confident, thoughtful responses to potential interview questions
- A clear, standout personal brand that aligns their strengths
- Since 2011, Liz has worked on both sides of the admissions process—as a private admissions counselor and senior member of the Admissions Committee at UC Berkeley’s Haas School of Business. This dual perspective gives her unique insight into what it takes to make a lasting impression on a busy admissions officer.
- Personalized, play-based tutoring for children ages 2 through 5th grade
- Founded by Julie Rivkin, M.Ed., longtime Kindergarten and ENL teacher
- Led by certified, Orton-Gillingham trained teachers with extensive classroom experience
- Strong focus on foundational skills including early literacy, phonemic awareness, foundational math, language development, social-emotional development, and Kindergarten readiness skills
- Research-based instruction aligned with the Science of Reading and tailored to each child’s developmental level
- Flexible meeting location: in-home, library, or virtual
- Every child leaves feeling confident, supported, and excited to learn
- Fill out the contact form on our website to schedule a free consultation!
Randi Coughlin – Math tutor and interventionist for K-6th
Contact: [email protected]
Randi Coughlin is a Math Interventionist with Greenwich Public Schools, working with students in grades K–5 to strengthen foundational skills and foster confidence in mathematics. She is also available for private math tutoring for students in grades K–6.
- Randi brings extensive classroom experience(20+yrs) as a former middle school math teacher in the New York City public school system and holds dual certification in NY and CT in grades K–6.
- She earned her Master’s degree in Mathematics Education from Brooklyn College.
- A longtime Westport resident, Randi is also a proud mother of two children who attended Westport Public Schools and are now at college
- She is dedicated to helping students build confidence and achieve success in mathematics. With a student-centered approach, she provides targeted support to strengthen foundational skills, close learning gaps, and foster a deeper understanding of math concepts.
- Randi collaborates closely with teachers, parents, and administrators to design effective interventions that meet the unique needs of each learner, ensuring every child has the opportunity to thrive academically.
- Her commitment to education is reflected in her passion for making math accessible, engaging, and empowering for all students.
. Reasonable rates. Email Randi for more information here.
Sarah Caputo – BBA Emory University, MBA Columbia University, UCLA College Counseling Certification
College and MBA Admissions Consultant, and founder of SRC Admissions Consultants.
Company: www.srcadmissions.com
Contact info: Email: [email protected]/ | Phone: (240) 475-0310
About Sarah:
- Sarah has 11+ years of experience guiding high school students and their families through the complex and competitive process of applying to colleges and universities.
- Sarah oversees every partnership and personalizes her approach to account for individual student needs and aspirations, and builds strong relationships with every student.
- Sarah begins each partnership with multiple assessments and conversations, and then guides students through the college process which includes planning, campus visits and school selection, resume creation,narrative development and essay editing, mock interview preparation, decision making, ongoing support and professional development.
- Sarah’s background in finance and management consulting and can guide students in exploring future career paths as well. Sarah also served as the head of college admissions at Ready4 and works with students globally through their respective educational journeys.
Susan Goldstein-Robison – Reading Specialist & Literacy Tutor
Contact: (203)858-0180 | Email: [email protected]
Unlocking Literacy Success for Every Learner
- With decades of experience supporting students and educators, Susan offers expert, compassionate literacy instruction through 1:1 tutoring sessions and targeted interventions.
- Expertise in Evidence-Based Reading Instruction
- Certified in structured literacy programs including Orton Gillingham, Wilson, and PAF. Uses systematic, sequential, multi-sensory approaches grounded in the science of reading. Combines research-based materials and methodologies to differentiate instruction and build confident, capable readers and writers.
- Assessment & Targeted Support – Conducts formal reading evaluations and screenings using standardized and informal assessments to determine instructional needs and focus interventions effectively.
- Specialized Support For:
- Students with dyslexia and language-based learning differences, from prekindergarten through high school. Provides intervention in both reading and writing, with a patient, kind, and individualized approach.
- Current Affiliations: Instructor at Sacred Heart University. Collaborator with Literacy How and Links to Learning.
Empowering students—one word at a time.
Top Hat Tutors – Staples High Scholl Tutoring Program
- Top Hat is a student-led tutoring organization looking for new tutors and clients! Our team of junior and senior tutors covers every major subject, music lessons, SAT/ACT prep, college essay and common app review with Top Hat alum at top universities, and more. We charge $50 an hour for single tutoring sessions, but prices vary for group sessions and college essay/common app help.
- Contact: Ryder Levine- President | Megan Sargent – Vice President
- Website: tophattutors.com
YCSW – Yearsley Winkler || Founder & Director of YCSW: Standardized Test Tutoring & College Admissions Consulting since 2007
- About YCSW:
- Located in downtown Westport, YCSW offers Standardized Test Preparation and College Admissions Consulting services for students and families who want to dramatically increase their chances of gaining admission to some of the most competitive schools in the country.
- Since 2007, YCSW has been helping students across Fairfield County and beyond streamline the college admissions process: identifying and cultivating a student’s interests; maximizing their standardized test scores; and helping them write compelling and effective college essays.
- Our Philosophy and the YCSW Difference: Students and families continue to choose to work with YCSW because YCSW does things differently. We do the college process without playing the college process game. We help students achieve success on their terms, refusing to sacrifice the individual to what colleges supposedly want. Work with YCSW if you like the idea of a young person thriving within the process while still remaining a young person.
- Founder & Director Yearsley Winkler was raised in Westport, graduated from Staples (’03), and attended Yale University, earning his BA and MA in English Literature (’07). Yearsley has over 18 years working with students on all aspects of the college preparation process. He strongly believes that, properly understood, the process is straightforward, neither rocket-science nor something that should be used to intimidate students and their families. Success never comes at the expense of a healthy experience.
- Contact: Phone (203) 258-2324 || Email: [email protected]
- Website: ycsweducation.com
