Amanda Wilson, Owner and Teacher:

Amanda taught First Grade at Trinity School for 7 years before staying at home with her children. While at Trinity, she completed the Orton-Gillingham certification and used this approach in her everyday phonics, spelling, and reading instruction. Amanda is also trained in the Handwriting Without Tears program. For 4 years, Amanda was a part-time tutor in the Academic Resource Center at the Lovett School and tutored privately out of her home. She enjoys watching children grow while developing a love and enthusiasm for learning!

Kristen DiCristina, Owner and Teacher:

Kristen is an Associate member of the Orton-Gillingham Academy of Practitioners and Educators. She worked as an Assistant Teacher in the First Grade at Trinity School before she decided to split her time being home with her two boys and private tutoring. She has tutored children aging from Pre-K to 3rd Grade for the past 12 years and enjoys creating a positive and uplifting environment for children to learn!

Rebecca Doster, Co-Teacher:

Rebeccca is a native Atlantan. She is an Orton-Gillingham trained educator with a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education and Special Education from Samford University. She is a former second-grade teacher at The Schenck School and currently enjoys serving as a substitute teacher at The Schenck School and Whitefield Academy. As a mom of four, Rebecca understands the joys and challenges of helping children learn and grow. She is passionate about creating a caring, encouraging environment where every child can build confidence and thrive.

Rebecca Geopp, Co-Teacher:

Rebecca currently teaches Pre-K at Peachtree Presbyterian Preschool, where she has also served as an inclusion facilitator, supporting young learners with diverse learning needs. Rebecca has a background in social work and is currently pursuing post-graduate certification in Expressive Arts Therapy, while also working toward her Orton-Gillingham certification to further support early literacy development. She is also trained in Handwriting Without Tears. Outside of teaching, Rebecca is a mixed-media artist and enjoys spending time with her husband and two boys.

Anne Hobart, Co- Teacher:

Anne completed Orton-Gillingham Teacher Training Level I and Level II at the Schenck School and has been an Orton-Gillingham tutor for the past 11 years. She was an Assistant Teacher at Trinity School in the Second Grade for five years. After having her first baby, she decided to stay home and continue her love of Orton-Gillingham tutoring. She works with students ranging from 3 years to 3rd Grade. Anne also helps with academic screenings at a preschool in Atlanta. When Anne is not tutoring, she loves spending time with her husband and two children. She is excited to watch all of our Reading Rangers students learn and grow! 

Kasey Jenkins, Co-Teacher:

Kasey is a former middle school teacher with 7 years of experience in education. For the past 2 years, She has subbed preschool-aged children at Northside Methodist Preschool. Kasey has loved working with younger kids and watching them grow in their learning. In her spare time, she enjoys playing tennis and staying busy as a mom to her two children, ages 11 and 6.

Katie Rockey, Co-Teacher:

Katie has taught preschool at Peachtree Road United Methodist Church for the past seven years and has served as a Reading Rangers co-teacher for the past four years. A mom to three older children, she has loved working with preschool aged children for their sweet and loving spirits.