My instruction is individualized and goal-directed. My review of the client’s case history, along with what I learn through intake interviews and initial diagnostic assessment and evaluation...
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Diagnostic Literacy Assessment & Evaluation
Available In Person & Online
Let me discover your child’s strengths and determine the exact types of instruction needed to foster academic progress.
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Individualized Literacy & Dyslexia Instruction
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No cookie-cutter instruction — every lesson is planned individually and carefully to meet your or your student’s needs.
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Classical Latin Instruction
Studying Latin language serves to build knowledge of morphemes (meaningful word parts) that comprise English words and words in Romance languages. Latin study thereby sets the stage for learning any of the Romance languages more quickly.
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I share my thoughts on teaching literacy, my growing love of Latin, and my fascination with the English language.
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Educator Development for Teachers & Parents
For Teachers, I offer professional development workshops related to literacy assessment & instruction, teaching practices for ELA classrooms and other related topics. For parents, I can help you learn and practice home-teaching strategies.
58% of English Words Come From Latin
Classical Latin Instruction
Did you know that nearly 58% of English words can be traced back to Latin origins? Studying Latin language serves to build knowledge of morphemes (meaningful word parts) that comprise English words and words in Romance languages. Latin study thereby sets the stage for learning any of the Romance languages more quickly.
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Educator Development for Teachers and Parents
Do you need innovative curriculum for K-12 or college-age learners? Let me leverage on your behalf my many years of experience as a secondary teacher and teacher educator, as well as my training as…
What Others Are Saying…
Really Enjoys LearningMy daughter really enjoys learning Latin and loves Dr. Karen.
Kylie B.Outschool Parent
MY SON RAISED HIS TEST SCORE BY 140 POINTSKaren is passionate about teaching! It is obvious to her students that she loves what she does, bringing much knowledge and enthusiasm to every session. Karen tutored my son for his SAT’s and with her guidance and support he raised his test score 140 points. The time restrictions with standardized testing is extremely challenging for students with dyslexia. My son is currently a honor student without support in high school. He was frustrated and struggling when it came to SAT/ACT. Karen spent time explaining how to prepare and take the test, as well as working with him to explore strategies that had him confidently walking into the test center, fully prepared. I can say, with much assurance, that I would recommend Karen to any student. Thanks Karen!
LeahParentBemus Point, NY
MAJOR IMPACT ON MY ABILITYThe rigorous courses I took with Dr. Wieland reinforced my skills as a reading teacher by providing me with the tools I need to implement meaningful small group instruction in my classroom every day. [ . . . ] Without these classes, I would not have been as prepared as I was to take a job with a focus on small group reading instruction. Dr. Wieland had a major impact on my ability to teach reading and also inspired me as a teacher. She has a strong compassion and drive to influence young teachers.
MaryReading TeacherCharlotte, NC
An exceptional teacherDr. Karen is an exceptional teacher. I would highly recommend her to any parent seeking foundational instruction spelling and reading. She is incredibly dedicated, caring, friendly, engaged with her student and really knows her stuff! It’s quite clear that, for her, this teaching is a calling rather than an extra source of income. My daughter actually looks forward to her phonics sessions with Dr. Karen. That says a lot. In two weeks of intense sessions, we have already noticed a distinct improvement. This was a great investment of time and money!
Deb JParentOutschool
VERY PROFESSIONAL, WELCOMING, UNDERSTANDINGBoth of my girls were adopted at a young age and were behind in their reading comprehension and math skills. Karen was very professional yet welcoming and understanding of the girls. Her interaction with my girls upon arriving for class were wonderful. My one daughter is very shy, yet warmed up to Karen very quickly. They both look forward to going each week. I feel very confident leaving them in her hands. I can see that Dr. Wieland enjoys what she does on a daily basis.
CynthiaParentOlean, NY
My daughter has made leaps and boundsPublic review of Multsensory Phonics series on Outschool:
I highly recommend Dr. Karen Wieland. She has been amazing with my 10 year old daughter who struggles with reading and spelling due to her dyslexia. My daughter has made leaps and bounds since working with Dr. Karen and we will continue to take classes that she offers. Overall Rating: 10 Content: 5 Presentation: 5 Logistics: 5 Value: 5
My daughter has made leaps and boundsOutschool parent
Dr. Wieland is great!
Dr. Wieland is great! She makes class fun and sends material for kids to keep practicing. My son enjoyed the class and was encouraged to speak Latin and not just learn what the words mean. Rating 5/5
ShirleneOutschool parent
I love the way she interacts with my daughtersPublic review of Vocabulary Building with Latin and Greek Roots and Affixes, Level 1 on Outschool:
The instructor Karen Wieland is very professional. I love the way she interacts with my daughters and the other children. She is very knowledgeable in her field of expertise. I highly recommend her. I will sign my daughters up for the next class. Rating: 5 / 5
JeannyParentOutschool
Dr. Karen really succeeds in individualizing her assignments to address her students needsReview of Multisensory Phonics for Word Recognition (Decoding) & Spelling (Encoding)- Level VIII: Dr. Karen really succeeds in individualizing her assignments to address her students needs. I have been very pleased with the progress my son has made. It has led to increased confidence.
Rating: 5 / 5
Kendra W.Outschool Parent
My son bloomed during this programmePublic review of Multsensory Phonics series on Outschool:
My son bloomed during this programme. Dr. Karen’s passion for language and her enthusiastic but patient approach transformed literacy learning into an enjoyable experience. Overall rating: 10 Content: 5 Presentation: 5 Logistics: 5 Value: 5
Abbie M.Outschool parent
Excellent class and teacher
Review of Introduction to Latin Course I on Outschool: Excellent class and teacher! As a parent, I appreciated Dr. Wieland’s detailed summaries after class. Thank you! Rating: 5 / 5
Alaina W.Outschool Parent
Dr. Karen makes learning funPublic review of Vocabulary Building with Latin and Greek Roots and Affixes, Level 2 on Outschool:
Dr. Karen is an amazing teacher! She makes learning fun for the kids and is very attentive to all the students. Any student that is interested in words would love this course. Rating: 5 / 5
Wendee R.Outschool parent
The teacher followed the lead of the studentsReview of Vocabulary Building with Latin and Greek Roots and Affixes, Level 4 on Outschool:
My son took three Latin and Greek Roots and Affixes classes and enjoyed them all. He liked that the class was flexible, the teacher followed the lead of the students, and making slides each week. He felt that it was easy to participate in discussions and was never stressed about homework, even though there was an assignment each week. – Rating 5/5
Student's momOutschool parent
Dr. Karen made the class a safe area to make mistakes
Public review of Vocabulary Building with Latin and Greek Roots and Affixes, Level 1 on Outschool:
Our son is 10 and enjoyed learning about the building blocks Greek & Latin roots into words he uses as well as understanding how to explore the meaning of new words; we could see the wheels turning in his head during the class. He took chances on words that were similar to what they were learning but did not have the same meaning and Dr. Karen provided wonderful redirection and made the class a safe area to make mistakes, which is important to us in our sons learning. Rating 5/5
Leslie C.Outschool parent
Enjoyed Classes ImmenselyI meant to thank you for helping R. better understand how to infer the meaning of difficult words from their context. He enjoyed your class sessions immensely, and was sad to see them end.
Terri J.Outschool Parent
Amazing teacherReview of Vocabulary Building with Latin and Greek Roots and Affixes, Level 1, on Outschool:
Dr Karen was an amazing teacher! She was engaging, and kept everyone involved in learning, across the whole course. Rating 5/5
TanyaOutschool parent
My son says he would absolutely recommend this class
My son says he would absolutely recommend this class. He says Dr. Karen helps him learn Latin with creative ways to memorize difficult endings. He is looking forward to Latin III. Rating 5/5
LaurenOutschool parent
Really Great Over ZoomDr Karen is really great over Zoom and kept our wriggly 7 year old engaged. She taught him new WRS techniques that have really helped him.
Ruth H.Parent
Brilliant Wilson Reading tutorDr. Karen has been instrumental part of my son’s education through her one on one tutoring with [him]. She maintains a level of efficiency that is fueled by her obvious work ethic and her professional concern for her students’ progress. When dealing with Dr. Karen, it is immediately evident that she has a love for the profession and a sincere interest in and concern for the students. Furthermore, she spends many hours with an individual student’s tutoring and working on reading strategies on her own time to help less capable readers. Dr. Karen has helped my son through the Wilson Reading System more than I could have ever imagined.
JodyParentOlean, NY
Encouraging and friendlyPublic review of Multisensory Phonics on Outschool:
Wonderful class!! Dr Karen is encouraging and friendly. Looking forward to taking more classes from her! Rating: 5 / 5
SarahParentOutschool