Helping learning feel possible again for students and parents
Personalized Tutoring Support
For K-8 Students
When learning feels hard, the right support can change everything.
When your child is struggling, everything can feel heavier: homework time, school mornings, conversations with teachers, even your confidence as a parent. You may have tried extra help before and still feel unsure where to turn next.
Through personalized in-home and online tutoring, students are met where they are, supported in the ways they learn best, and guided forward with care.
Neurodivergent-Informed Support
Understanding that builds confidence
Learning challenges can feel overwhelming, especially when a child’s needs have not been fully understood. With specialized training in autism, dyslexia, behavioral challenges, and learning differences, support is offered with patience, clarity, and compassion, helping students build confidence and workable strategies.
Personalized One-on-One Tutoring
Support designed around your child
Every student learns differently. Sessions are thoughtfully tailored to each child’s strengths, learning style, and academic needs, so support feels clear, focused, and effective. Instruction may include reading and writing, math through 8th-grade algebra, executive functioning, homework support, and test preparation.
Consistent At-Home Learning
Progress without added stress
Tutoring is designed to fit into real family life. A combination of in-person and online sessions provides consistency without the stress of travel. Learning takes place in a familiar, comfortable environment, helping students feel safe, focused, and supported week after week.
Discover. Imagine. Learn.
Learning Through
Strengths
Building confidence by starting with what works.
Progress happens fastest when a child’s strengths are honored.
If a student loves art but struggles with handwriting, creative expression becomes a bridge to skill-building. If a child communicates well verbally but finds reading difficult, spoken language becomes a
foundation for literacy growth.
By connecting what a child enjoys with what they find challenging, learning becomes less frustrating and far more effective.
We support independent thinking and real-world problem-solving.
Every day builds confidence, creativity, and a love of learning.
Each session is tailored to your child's unique needs, pace, and potential.
Calm, Supportive Learning That Builds Real Progress
Working together feels steady, thoughtful, and reassuring, especially for families who’ve tried other solutions without success.
Licensed Special Education Teacher | K–8 Tutor
Meet Ms. Heather
Heather Leeder is a licensed Oregon Special Education teacher with over 17 years of experience supporting students with diverse learning needs.
She brings a calm, reassuring presence to every session and works
closely with families to ensure learning support feels safe, supportive, and sustainable.
Heather specializes in:
Reading & math intervention
Autism-informed academic support
Executive functioning & behavior strategies
Teaching math through 8th-grade algebra
Bi-lingual support in Spanish
Spanish language tutoring for students taking Spanish classes in school
Licensed since 2008, Heather’s approach blends professional expertise with deep respect for each child’s individuality.
17+
Years of Teaching Experience
300+
Students Supported
12
Academic Subject Areas
K-8
Specialized Instruction
Working with Ms. Heather
Getting Started is Simple
Students gain confidence, practical strategies, and a sense of capability. Parents experience relief knowing their child is supported by someone who truly understands both learning challenges and learning potential.
Complete A Short Questionnaire
Share details about your student, their needs, and your preferred schedule.
Review the Tutoring Agreement
A clear, straightforward tutoring agreement keeps expectations simple and stress-free.
Begin Receiving Individualized Support
Every child learns differently. Our teachers focus on personalized attention, ensuring each child progresses at their own pace with encouragement and support.
Empowering Young Minds in School and Beyond
We prepare children not only for school but for life. Through creativity, play, and personalized attention, we nurture curiosity and a love for learning that lasts forever.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What age groups do you accept?
I welcome children from 5-18 years old, with programs tailored to each stage of learning.
2. What is your learning philosophy?
I believe that all students have the capacity for learning. A key part of my approach is linking a student's strengths to their challenges and understanding their individualized way of learning. I focus on meeting students where they are, building upon their existing skills rather than pushing forward beyond their current abilities.
3. What are your qualifications?
I have a Oregon Special Education Credential for students with Mild/Moderate/Severe Disabilities.
6. What makes your tutoring different?
I provide quick, evidence-based assessments and work closely with parents to navigate student homework platforms. My services also include helping families navigate specialists and the school system, and I am available to collaborate with other teachers and specialists at your request. For your convenience, I offer a flexible hybrid and online learning environment.
7. How do you communicate with parents?
I share weekly updates and communicate vie text, email and phone calls.
8. How can I enroll my child?
It’s easy to get started! Complete the questionnaire and together we’ll schedule a recurring appointment for your child's tutoring.
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