Welcome
The Learning Loft -Building a LOVE for Literacy -
Reading Workshops and Support For Dyslexic Students and Struggling Readers
Established 2023
About Us
Our Background
Personalized Lessons
Our Background
The Learning Loft was founded by a dedicated team of Dyslexia Specialists and Therapists who share a deep passion for supporting struggling readers. After years of dreaming and planning, we came together to bring our vision to life—offering high-quality, research-based literacy support to students in our community. With over 70 years of
The Learning Loft was founded by a dedicated team of Dyslexia Specialists and Therapists who share a deep passion for supporting struggling readers. After years of dreaming and planning, we came together to bring our vision to life—offering high-quality, research-based literacy support to students in our community. With over 70 years of combined experience in education, our team brings both expertise and heart to every learner we serve.
Our Expertise
Personalized Lessons
Our Background
We provide foundational literacy workshops grounded in the Orton-Gillingham approach. All of our instructors are certified reading specialists trained by Neuhaus. Our engaging, science-backed workshops are designed around structured literacy principles and delivered in a fast-paced, camp-style format to accelerate learning. Be sure to ch
We provide foundational literacy workshops grounded in the Orton-Gillingham approach. All of our instructors are certified reading specialists trained by Neuhaus. Our engaging, science-backed workshops are designed around structured literacy principles and delivered in a fast-paced, camp-style format to accelerate learning. Be sure to check back regularly—we’ll be offering a variety of programs throughout the year!
Personalized Lessons
Personalized Lessons
Personalized Lessons
The Learning Loft provides targeted instruction designed to support students with dyslexia as well as those who need reinforcement in foundational literacy skills. Our lessons are grounded in evidence-based practices and include key components such as Decodable Texts, Reading Fluency, Multisensory Grammar, Scientific Spelling, Written Co
The Learning Loft provides targeted instruction designed to support students with dyslexia as well as those who need reinforcement in foundational literacy skills. Our lessons are grounded in evidence-based practices and include key components such as Decodable Texts, Reading Fluency, Multisensory Grammar, Scientific Spelling, Written Comprehension, Vocabulary and Oral Language, Phonemic Awareness, the Alphabetic Principle, and Handwriting. We meet each student where they are, tailoring instruction to their individual needs and pace. Every session is intentionally structured to be cumulative—building on previous lessons to reinforce learning, deepen understanding, and promote lasting literacy success.
Meet the Team
Amanda Cottle M.ED., LDT, CALT
Amanda Cottle M.ED., LDT, CALT
Amanda Cottle M.ED., LDT, CALT
- Licensed Dyslexia Therapist
- Certified Academic Language Therapist
- Masters Degree
- 25 Years of Experience in Education
- 11 Years Dyslexia Therapy Experience
- Graduate of Neuhaus Dyslexia Preparatory Program
- Reading By Designed Trained
- Member of Academic Language Therapist Association
- Three years of private Dyslexia Therapy Experience
Neely Schurtz, LDT, CALT
Amanda Cottle M.ED., LDT, CALT
Amanda Cottle M.ED., LDT, CALT
- Licensed Dyslexia Therapist
- Certified Academic Language Therapist
- Masters Degree
- 26 Years of Experience in Education
- 25 Years Dyslexia Therapy Experience
- Graduate of Neuhaus Dyslexia Specialist Program
- Reading By Design Trained
- Member of Academic Language Therapy Association
- Five years of private Dyslexia Therapy Experience
Barbee Williams
Amanda Cottle M.ED., LDT, CALT
Barbee Williams
- Strucrured Literacy Dyslexia Interventionist- certified through the Center for Effective Reading Instruction
- Bachelor of Science Degree
- 30 Years of Experience in Education
- 7 Years Dyslexia Specialist Experience
- 20 Years of Experience in private tutoring
- Neuhaus trained
- Reading by Design trained
Contact Us
Every student learns differently and has unique needs when it comes to support. Let us know what you’re hoping dyslexia therapy or literacy instruction can help with, and we’ll create a personalized plan to guide your student toward success. If our one-on-one sessions are currently full, don’t worry—you can be added to our waiting list, and we’ll reach out as soon as a spot opens up!
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