Two Rivers Literacy provides personalized Orton-Gillingham tutoring and professional literacy training grounded in the Science of Reading. Led by founder and reading specialist Lorri Bradford, Two Rivers Literacy helps students, educators, and tutors build strong, lasting reading and writing skills through research-based, structured literacy instruction.
With more than 30 years of experience in public education, Two Rivers Literacy focuses on small, intentional instructional steps that lead to meaningful progress. Using clear assessments and diagnostic teaching methods, the organization supports struggling readers, including students with dyslexia and language-based learning differences, while also empowering educators with high-quality training and certification pathways.
Two Rivers Literacy offers both instructional services for students and professional development for educators, including:
Orton-Gillingham Literacy Tutoring (K–12)
Individualized, multisensory tutoring designed to improve reading, spelling, and written expression
Dyslexia-Specialized Reading Support
Targeted instruction for students with dyslexia
Orton-Gillingham Teacher & Tutor Training
Research-based training aligned with Orton-Gillingham Academy standards
Certification Pathways
Classroom Educator, Associate, and Certified/Clinical level training options
Science of Reading–Aligned Instruction
Phonemic awareness, decoding, encoding, fluency, and comprehension support
Flexible Learning Formats
In-person tutoring across Anne Arundel County and virtual training available nationwide
All services are personalized, data-driven, and designed to build confidence alongside skill development.
Led by a 30+ year reading specialist with deep classroom experience
Research-based Orton-Gillingham instruction aligned with the Science of Reading
Specialized support for dyslexia and language-based learning differences
Multisensory, structured, and systematic teaching methods
Personalized instruction for both students and educators
Virtual training available nationwide with in-person tutoring in Anne Arundel County
Supportive, professional learning environment focused on long-term success
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Build strong, lasting reading skills with Two Rivers Literacy’s Orton-Gillingham tutoring and professional training services. From individualized dyslexia-focused tutoring to Science of Reading–aligned educator training, our multisensory, structured approach supports learners and educators every step of the way.
