Home page | Dr Karen Wieland

Main Content

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.
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.
Individualized Literacy & Dyslexia Instruction

Available In Person & Online

No cookie-cutter instruction — every lesson is planned individually and carefully to meet your or your student’s needs.

Learn More
Blog

I share my thoughts on teaching literacy, my growing love of Latin, and my fascination with the English language.
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.

Learn More

Individualized Instruction Tailored to Student Needs

Literacy & Dyslexia Instruction

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...

Learn More about Individualized Literacy & Dyslexia Instruction

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.

Learn More about Classical Latin Instruction

Is Your Child Falling Behind in Literacy?

Diagnostic Literacy Assessment & Evaluation

Let me discover your child's strengths and determine the exact types of instruction needed to foster academic progress.

Learn More about Diagnostic Literacy Assessment & Evaluation

Let’s Get Started!

Give your student access to the academic success you know they can achieve.

Contact Me Today

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…

Learn More about Educator Development for Teachers & Parents

What Others Are Saying…

Excellent class with a fantastic teacher
Public Review of Vocabulary Building with Latin and Greek Roots and Affixes, Level 1 on Outschool:

This was an excellent class with a fantastic teacher. She is very good at engaging the children in discussion. Rating: 5 / 5

Joanne H.Outschool parent

Always Making Learning Fun
Dr. Karen keeps the class interesting and at a steady pace, always making learning a fun and enjoyable process.

Melinda P.Outschool Parent

VERY PROFESSIONAL, WELCOMING, UNDERSTANDING
Both 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

Very helpful
Review of Multisensory Phonics, Level 5 on Outschool:

My daughter has had several multisensory phonics classes with Dr. Karen and enjoyed them very much. The teacher has been very helpful! – Rating 5/5

DavidOutschool parent

Excellent Program
I am really thrilled with your excellent program which I think will be very helpful to T. as she transitions into English school.

DebOutschool Parent

My two nine year olds . . . really enjoy this class
Public review of Multisensory Phonics, Level IV on Outschool:

My two nine year olds on different reading levels really enjoy this class. The class material is well laid out and it is practical. Rating: 5 / 5

Laura M.Outschool parent

Impressed with smooth and organized class
Public Review of Multisensory Phonics Level 1 on Outschool:

This was our very first Outschool experience. We were very impressed with how smooth and organized this class was. We have seen a marked improvement in [our daughter’s] reading confidence. Rating 5/5

Christine M.Outschool parent

Dr. Wieland is very interactive

My 10 yo is super interested in biology and herpetology so this course was great to support his understanding of all the scientific literature he reads. Dr. Wieland is very interactive with the students and while my learner drags his feet to class, he always comes out mentioning how much he enjoyed the lesson. We are definitely interested in taking the next level. Rating 5/5

AbigailOutschool parent

I FEEL PREPARED AND READY
[ . . . ] I believe that without the aforementioned courses and Dr. Wieland’s presence, I would have been struggling to tread water my first few years, compared to how I feel, which is prepared and read to apply what I learned and practiced in my own reading classroom.

BritanyReading SpecialistJamestown, NY

Outstanding
Outstanding class. Outstanding teacher.

Lisa C.Outschool Parent

HIGHLY EFFECTIVE TEACHER
Dr. Wieland is a highly effective teacher. She has a VERY strong command of the material – her vast repertoire of knowledge is positively astonishing. She inspires and motivates me to be the absolute best educator that I can be. Dr. Wieland’s high expectations and thoughtful instruction has had such a profound impact on my life as a student this semester. This instructor knows what she is talking about. She studies it, is aware of other research being done, sticks to the topic, and she always has time for her students…even though sometimes not herself. She is the best professor I have ever come across and I have been to many colleges. She will give you what you paid for! – Anonymous student feedback

AnonymousGraduate StudentSt. Bonaventure, NY

GREAT PERSONAL TOUCH
Karen is very personable and made my daughter feel right at home. Her evaluation of the session was helpful and encouraging. Wonderful experience! – Kelsey, parent (on WyzAnt)

KelseyParentWyzant

Very Fun and Positive Culture
My daughter has learned so much in this class. It is something she looks forward to every week. The instructor has cultivated a very fun and positive culture.

Marcella E.Outschool Parent

Great Class
Great class. Dr Karen spends a lot of time with her students.

Carrie B.Outschool Parent

An exceptional teacher
Dr. 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

So Thrilled About This Class!
[My daughter] is so thrilled about this class! She has turned into a voracious reader and she loves to write (and read) poetry. Your reading instruction was really helpful and absolutely catapulted her into the readersphere.

MeghanOutschool Parent

Dr. Karen makes learning fun
Public 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

Encouraging and friendly
Public 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

Able to give individual attention in a group setting

Public Review of Vocabulary Building with Roots and Affixes, Latin & Greek I on Outschool:

Excellent series of classes. Dr. Wieland is a fantastic teacher who goes above and beyond in working with her students. She is able to give individual attention in a group setting and creates opportunities for group/team work as well. Highly recommend. Rating: 5 / 5

Roxsanna SOutschool parent

Such a descriptive class!
Review of Vocabulary Building with Latin and Greek Roots and Affixes, Level 1 on Outschool:

It was such a descriptive class! Rating: 5/5

Such a descriptive class!

Main Content

Let’s Get Started!

What Others Are Saying…

Footer

Call (716) 584-1964