We first met Jennifer Hoffman in 2018, when she screened our son Aaron for dyslexia in 5th grade. At that point, we had spent years trying to get him the help he needed through the school system, with little success. Meeting Jennifer was truly a turning point for our family.
Since then, Jennifer has been a constant source of support—not just as Aaron’s tutor, but also as a dedicated advocate during his CSE meetings. Her expertise, persistence, and genuine care helped ensure Aaron received the accommodations and services he needed to succeed.
Now, Aaron is preparing to enter his senior year of high school, and we can confidently say that he wouldn’t be where he is today without Jennifer’s guidance. She didn’t just help him improve his reading and writing skills—she was also there for him emotionally, always available when he needed someone to talk to or vent his frustrations.
Jennifer has made a lasting impact on Aaron’s life and on our family. We are forever grateful for her dedication and heart.
Melissa A.
Mom of 12th grader
I had a few concerns before hiring you or any tutor for that matter. My first concern was, although a tutor has credentials on their resume, is the person I hire going to actually be good at their job. I felt this was a valid concern because working with children is not easy, especially when it is a child that is a struggling learner.
My second concern was that we will be spending a significant amount of money to hire someone and I was worried that I may invest several months into this and not see any results and then have to look for someone else.
My last concern was finding someone that would be a good fit and would be able to help my child learn in a way that worked for him. I have done a ton of research. but I am not a teacher. I knew we needed a trained and knowledgeable professional. You have gone above and beyond my expectations so far.
My concern of not seeing results is a non issue. You have Dominic doing things he could not do before he started working with you. I have no doubt that he has made a significant improvement thorough working with you. You have taught Dominic in a way that works for him and have gone above and beyond to adapt your teaching to meet his needs.
My favorite part of your work with Dominic is that you understand that he is still only a 6 year old little boy (5 when you stated working with him). You incorporate coloring, painting, and other manipulatives into your lessons. You make it fun for him and you show interest in the things that he likes.
After going to school all day kids just want to play when they get home. He was more that ready to work with you when you arrived for your lessons and he enjoys the lessons. I also like that you have a routine with him and that you are always prepared for that day’s lesson and that you end your lesson by reading to him (which he loves).
I would say that the best investment you can make is in your child’s education. Hiring a tutor is a very hard decision, and you never really know if you are picking the right person to work with your child. I can honestly say that hiring you was the best decision we made.
Dominic has made leaps and bounds in improvements this year. He still has a ways to go, but the improvement he has made is significant. You were a shoulder to lean on for me while making decisions regarding next school year and you were open and honest in everything that we would discuss regarding Dominic.
I felt lost and unsure on what to do because our son was really struggling. You showed me that Dominic can be successful, and that is beyond anything I could have asked for. Dominic loves working with you, and we couldn’t have been luckier to find such a good fit for us.
Katrina L.
WNY Dyslexia Specialists has been a lifeline for my dyslexic child—especially because high-quality, evidence-based dyslexia intervention is not available in my local area. Jennifer Hoffman was pivotal in helping me navigate the complexities of diagnosis, understanding the impact of curriculum, and ensuring my daughter received the right intervention with the appropriate frequency. She continues to be an invaluable resource for IEP advocacy.
I trust WNY Dyslexia Services– every tutor we’ve worked with has been patient, knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in my child’s progress. The lesson notes from each session give me real-time data feedback for IEP meetings and parent-teacher conferences. Karen Szalach, my daughter’s current instructor, is amazing. Children with dyslexia often carry emotional and academic trauma from their school day into tutoring sessions, and Miss Karen handles this with such care and expertise. She not only rebuilds my child’s confidence but also instills perseverance—a gift that extends far beyond academics.
My daughter has dyslexia, dysgraphia, and ADHD, making the journey to grade-level proficiency complex. But thanks to the tailored, structured literacy intervention from WNY Dyslexia Services, she is finally making progress. Her benchmark testing at school reflects significant growth since we began tutoring, and I know we have a winning team to help close the gaps.
As a parent in an area without access to this level of specialized support, I am endlessly grateful for WNY Dyslexia Specialists. For families like mine, this is more than a tutoring service—it’s a source of empowerment and progress. Thank you for making expert intervention possible. This work is truly life-changing for students and their families!
Jackie B.
Mom of 4th grader
We have been so happy with our experience. Our daughter is thriving in Julia O’Quinn’s positive, encouraging, and well structured sessions. Every
day, our daughter comes home confidently spelling more complex words.
Mom of 10th grader