Dyslexia and Learning Differences Specialists
Two Talented Teachers provides a specialist teaching service for students with dyslexia, dyscalculia, and other learning differences. Each lesson is uniquely tailored to meet the needs of the child in the areas of literacy and numeracy from early primary years through to Year 12.
Our Services
Multisensory Literacy
We use a multisensory approach to language instruction that is designed not only for students with learning differences but all students in the classroom. Individuals are given explicit instruction following a systematic approach; utilising visual, auditory and kinaesthetic stimulus to ensure they progress with a deeper understanding of the English language.
Sessions are structured according to the needs of the child and apart from spelling and reading cover aspects of the English language such as handwriting, morphology, grammar and editing.
Multisensory Numeracy
After an initial assessment of a student’s knowledge of number facts, we work toward filling these gaps.
Many students, given the opportunity to learn to use a variety of methods, quickly begin to take control of their own learning as their self-esteem builds. If a student is unable to grasp a new concept, it is important that the information is presented differently.
Assistance With Research and Assessment Tasks
For some students, the transition to high school can be a daunting one.
We provide students with dyslexia, dyscalculia, and other learning differences an opportunity to work with a teacher one-on-one to develop the necessary skills to plan, research, write about, and edit their own work.
Online Assistance
If it is not possible to physically attend weekly sessions, your child can still access specialist sessions via Zoom. Currently, we have students in Vietnam, Vanuatu, and interstate. In our modern times of COVID, students who are positive but are well can work online.
About Us
Located in Auchenflower, Brisbane, we have two dedicated and experienced teachers to cater to the individual needs of students through one-on-one specialist sessions.
Both Jacqui and Harry are registered teachers with the QLD College of Teachers, and between them, they have over 60 years of teaching experience.
Jacqui has a Master of Applied Linguistics (USQ) and has completed Multisensory Language study with the Orton-Gillingham Academy, achieving both Associate and Certified level recognition. She has also completed Multisensory Language Instruction (MSL Phonology-Institute for Multisensory Language Education). Jacqui is an Associate Member of the Australian Dyslexia Association and the Orton-Gillingham Academy.
In 2019, Jacqui and Harry visited The Prentice School and The Chartwell School in California, The Kildonan School in New York State, and Berkshire Waldorf School in Massachusetts to observe best practices for students with learning differences.
Harry, a retired high school maths teacher, has completed workshops with Ron Yoshimoto, a co-director of Orton-Gillingham (O-G) International, and Marilyn Zecher, a Nationally Certified Academic Language Therapist specialising in the application of O-G Multisensory Strategies for teaching Maths.
Harry himself is dyslexic and is especially empathetic to the needs of students who experience learning difficulties.
Together, Jacqui and Harry believe each child should have the opportunity to reach their highest potential and pride themselves on being a positive part of that journey.
If you would like further information or would like to book an appointment, please contact us via phone at +61 435 166 939 or use the form at the top of this page.
The Orton-Gillingham Approach
The OGA Principles focus attention on the social and emotional well-being, personal strengths, and educational needs of each learner. They have proven effective for groups and individuals and for typical as well as struggling readers.
