Also called: Certified Academic Language Therapist, Orton-Gillingham tutor
Teaches students with dyslexia to read using intensive, step-by-step phonics methods.
Dyslexia therapists work one-on-one or in tiny groups, using multisensory techniques like tapping out sounds and writing in sand. Many run private practices; others work in schools.
Estimate; private practice rates often $60-$120/hour.
Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.
Certificate, about 5 years after high school. Bachelor's plus specialized training and certification (e.g., Orton-Gillingham, CALT).
Ways in: 4-year college, Certification, Self-taught. Training cost: $15k – $60k.
Majors to look at: Education, Special Education, Linguistics.
Growing faster than average. Dyslexia laws in most states are increasing demand.
Low risk in 5 years, medium in 10. AI reading apps take over some drill practice and may pressure tutoring prices; intensive multisensory one-on-one teaching stays human.
Classes: AP English Language, Psychology, Child development CTE class.
Official data: O*NET occupation 25-3041.
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