Empowering Teachers To Close The Literacy Gap and transform lives

Because our students are counting on us!

Three Reasons The literacy gap remains

Dyslexia affects approximately 20% of the population worldwide

Training in dyslexia allows teachers to identify dyslexia and understand the importance of Structured Literacy

96% of teachers say they received no training on dyslexia during their education programs.

With certification in dyslexia and Orton-Gillingham, teachers will be able to confidently identify and provide targeted intervention for students with dyslexia

Only 2% of general education teachers feel prepared to teach students with dyslexia.

The science of reading has proven that dyslexia can be remediated with proper identification and targeted intervention


The literacy gap will close when we start addressing dyslexia

Your progress and growth is our focus

Our Specialists can come help your teachers become more effective in the classroom in our one-day training

Our one day dyslexia training provides educators with:

A deep dive of dyslexia and the brain

Tools and know how to identify dyslexia in the classroom

An understanding of the importance of Orton-Gillingham

BONUS: Completion of the one day training counts towards 3 months of certification course work

What other teachers had to say....

"This training was very useful and allows me to take a deeper look at the reading struggles of every student."

-Lupe Aguilera

"Amanda was amazing at presenting. There were many ah-ha's that got me excited to go back to my classroom to work with students."

-Victoria Duran

"I feel confident in determining if a student has dyslexia. This training allowed me to know how to identify the specific characteristics of dyslexia."

-Pam M

Booking us is as SIMPLE as 1, 2, 3

Speak with one of our specialists to find out how to help your school close the achievement gap

Schedule a day for training

Attend the professional development


Are you ready to close the gap?

Take the first step today: Schedule your call with our specialist

I am glad you’re here

I'm Amanda Powell

Your partner in closing the literacy gap on your campus.

I am the CEO of Close the Gap-

I am dedicated to empowering teachers to close the literacy gap with the tools and knowledge necessary to support students with dyslexia. Through trainings and programs, I provide teachers with strategies to transform lives of struggling readers on your campus.

With a deep passion for closing the literacy gap, my mission is to educate others on effective methods for teaching students with dyslexia. My expertise in dyslexia and Special Education, backed by extensive qualifications, underscores my commitment to making a difference.

Qualifications:

~Bachelor's degree in Special Education

~Administrative Credential

~Certifications in Dyslexia

~Certifications in Autism

~Training in Behavior Modification

~Applied Behavior Analysis Levels 1 and 2

~Alternative Dispute Resolution Training

frequently asked questions

You've got Q's? We've got A's.

Where does the one-day training take place?

Training will take place on-site at your school facility.

How many teachers can participate?

The on-site one-day training is for groups of educators from 10 to 100.

What can I expect to get from the training?

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What are the onsite requirements for the training?

To effectively carry out the training our specialists need:

1) A dedicated space with the necessary number of tables and chairs for the number of attendees

2) A microphone

3) A screen, computer and access to a plug

If you've still got questions for us or want to chat, please email us anytime! We'd love the chance to chat further, no pressure, we promise.

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