Is Your Child Struggling with Reading?
Difficulty sounding out words — Frequent guessing or skipping words.
Low confidence and frustration — Homework time feels stressful for everyone.
Falling behind — Gaps in reading skills become harder to close.
Minimal progress despite extra help — More practice doesn’t always lead to improvement.
Avoidance and lack of interest — Your child avoids reading whenever possible.
Many families face challenges like these:
How I Can Help
I provide structured, evidence-based reading support for children who:
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Have dyslexia or other reading difficulties
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Benefit from clear, systematic instruction
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Need patient, individualized guidance
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Enjoy laughing while they learn
Dana Dannhauser
Dana Dannhauser
Dana Dannhauser
Reading Specialist
I love making learning fun and helping kids feel confident and excited about reading.
Hi! I’m Dana — I’ve been an elementary educator for 18 years, with the last 8 as a reading specialist in Westchester, New York. As a parent myself, I understand how much it means to see your child grow and succeed - I want that for every family. When I’m not teaching, you’ll find me spending time with my husband, Rob, our son, Jack, and our two black labs, Cerbie and Yugo (the labs that inspired the name)!
Services
Early Literacy Support
Build a strong foundation in letter sounds, phonemic awareness, and early reading readiness.
Decoding & Phonics Instruction
Help students master the skills they need to sound out and read new words confidently.
Dyslexia Intervention
Provide structured, multi-sensory lessons tailored for students with dyslexia.
Support for Older Students
Close skill gaps and build confidence for students who need extra support beyond early grades.
Fluency Development
Improve reading speed, accuracy, and expression through guided practice.
Homework & School Support
Reinforce classroom learning and help with reading assignments and projects.
Comprehension Skills
Teach strategies to understand, discuss, and remember what they read.
Assessments
Individualized assessments to pinpoint your child’s strengths and challenges, so we can create a reading plan that truly fits their needs.
Vocabulary Building
Expand word knowledge and meaning to support better reading and writing.
Consulting
I provide consulting services to elementary school districts, offering expert guidance on evidence-based literacy instruction, intervention strategies, and staff professional development