We Are
Enthusiastic & Dedicated
Building Readers First
is a tutoring company that emphasizes the importance of reading in order to maximize student performance. We serve to increase the reading and reading comprehension level skills of all students reading at and below grade level.
Our Goal
is to eliminate the number of students failing academic courses and increase the literacy rate.
Our Focus
is on developing student interest in reading by providing students with the support they need to become confident readers.
Professional Services
You can count on Building Readers First to not only meet but exceed all your needs and requests. Learn more about the services we provide below and be sure to sign up so that we can get your needs met.
Beginner Reading Tutoring
Building Readers First believes in preparing students to succeed in academic areas early. Students learn phonics and word recognition as well as how to decode words. Beginner Reading Tutoring can start as early as 4 years old.
Intermediate Reading Tutoring
At Building Readers First, we work one-on-one and in small groups to provide students with a personalized learning environment that will aid in enhancing their reading and reading comprehension level skills. Intermediate tutoring begins at the 3rd- grade level.
Test Preparation
Preparing for exams can be stressful and can cause anxiety. Building Readers First prepares students with the test-taking skills needed to pass exams and be successful. We offer test preparation help for both dual enrollment students and those seeking to continue their education after secondary school.
Subject Area Tutoring
Developed reading and reading comprehension level skills can be applied to all subject areas making it easier for each student to achieve success in learning. Subject Area tutoring focuses on teaching students the language of the subject in order to achieve mastery when taking formative and summative assessments.
Homeschool Tutoring
Developing the right homeschool curriculum can sometimes be daunting. Building Readers First helps to create the right homeschool curriculum and supports students when facing difficulties by providing subject area tutoring.
Don't just take our word for it, see what our parents have to say.
Felicia Scott, Parent
Since attending Building Readers First tutoring sessions, my son has demonstrated more confidence in his learning ability than any other time before. Based upon his progression it is evident that you take your job serious and you are passionate about helping students focus and learn. Thank you for dedicating adequate time to work with my son and having a well-structured tutoring plan that proved to be successful.
Testimonials
Tim Butler, Parent
Building Readers First led by Jemeria Cummings has been a godsend for our daughter. Initially my daughter was having academic struggles. With the help of B.R. F. my daughter realized her academic potential and is confident in her schoolwork. I definitely recommend contacting Jemeria if your child needs help in reading, language arts, math, etc.
Jacan Wright, Parent
Building Readers First is so amazing. My son was having trouble with phonics and this was an area Mommy struggled in as well. I was impressed by their patience, creativity, and sincere desire to see him succeed.His teacher stated, "I can tell you guys have been working with him at home." My little secret was Building Readers First. He received an award for reading at the end of the year. Building Readers First worked for us.