Specialized training for teachers to help them transform struggling learners into confident, successful readers.
Next Practicum | Online Program
August 17 to December 13
Structured Literacy Certification
Graduates of Hamilton County ESC’s Accredited Online Orton-Gillingham program qualify to apply for Structured Literacy Dyslexia Teacher certification level to meet requirements for Ohio’s Structured Literacy Certification.
Coaching from Master Teachers
Each participant is assigned to a Master Teacher who provides one-to-one coaching and feedback on the creation and teaching of 16 lesson plans custom-tailored for the student the participant is tutoring during the course. Courses are facilitated by master teachers to help participants learn to design and implement explicit, systematic, and structured multi-sensory lesson plans that address the development of foundational skills necessary for students to become proficient readers.
Addresses the Five Components of Reading
The Orton-Gillingham Multisensory Reading Program addresses the five essential components of reading: phonemic awareness, phonics, vocabulary, fluency, and comprehension – as recommended by the National Reading Panel Report (2000).
Fully Online Format
We offer the Orton-Gillingham Multisensory Reading Program in a fully online format to enable teachers across the country to have full access to this crucial programming. Master teachers provide on-the-spot feedback, correction and suggestions as they watch teachers teach. The goal is for each participant to implement Orton-Gillingham methodology with fidelity to strengthen core reading instruction.
Program Contacts
Tracy Jennings
tracy.jennings@hcesc.org
Practicum I Prerequisites
This program is for K-12 educators, speech & language pathologists, intervention specialists, and tutors with Bachelor’s degrees.
Helpful Resources
Program Benefits
Pathway to Certification
Practicum I Overview
Practicum II Overview
Become OG Certified
Orton Gillingham Products
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Hamilton County ESC’s Orton-Gillingham Program include practicum?
Yes! Rather than having to apply for a separate practicum, our program includes practicum lessons at no additional cost.
Is this an accredited program that meets Structured Literacy Certification requirements?
Graduates of Hamilton County ESC’s Accredited Online Orton-Gillingham program qualify for Structured Literacy Dyslexia Teacher certification level to meet requirements for Ohio’s Structured Literacy Certification.
How does Hamilton County ESC’s Orton-Gillingham program compare to similar programs?
What makes Hamilton County’s online program unique is the practicum: each participant is assigned to a Master Teacher who provides one-to-one coaching and feedback on the creation and teaching of 16 lesson plans custom-tailored for the student the participant is tutoring during the course. Using the Sibme™ platform, participants upload their lessons and videos of their instruction enabling instructors to give specific feedback at point of need on both planning and implementation of OG methodology.