The Virtual Tutoring Greenhouse

The Virtual Tutoring GreenhouseThe Virtual Tutoring GreenhouseThe Virtual Tutoring Greenhouse
Home
Services
Resources
  • What is Orton-Gillingham?
  • Dyslexia
  • ADHD
  • Humor in Education
  • FAQ's
Contact Us
Blog

The Virtual Tutoring Greenhouse

The Virtual Tutoring GreenhouseThe Virtual Tutoring GreenhouseThe Virtual Tutoring Greenhouse
Home
Services
Resources
  • What is Orton-Gillingham?
  • Dyslexia
  • ADHD
  • Humor in Education
  • FAQ's
Contact Us
Blog
More
  • Home
  • Services
  • Resources
    • What is Orton-Gillingham?
    • Dyslexia
    • ADHD
    • Humor in Education
    • FAQ's
  • Contact Us
  • Blog

  • Home
  • Services
  • Resources
    • What is Orton-Gillingham?
    • Dyslexia
    • ADHD
    • Humor in Education
    • FAQ's
  • Contact Us
  • Blog

Virtual Tutoring Services at The Virtual Tutoring Greenhouse

Virtual Tutoring Services at The Virtual Tutoring GreenhouseVirtual Tutoring Services at The Virtual Tutoring GreenhouseVirtual Tutoring Services at The Virtual Tutoring Greenhouse

Where every learner can grow and thrive!

Find out more
A wooden bookshelf shaped like a tree filled with books against a blackboard background.
click here for fun learning with no summer slide

The Orton-Gillingham approach provides effective dyslexia support by addressing different learning needs in a one-on-one, actively engaging setting. This method is particularly beneficial for students with dyslexia, or any student facing challenges with reading and/or spelling.

Schedule a free consultation

An introduction:

Who am I?

My name is Kathryn Vlach. (rhymes with clock) My calling is using the Orton-Gillingham approach to provide ADHD education and dyslexia support for kids who learn differently and face various challenges, helping them become confident and successful readers and writers. My joy comes from building relationships with students and families as we journey together through the process of learning.

What is my background?

I come from a long line of educators. In fact, in my photo gallery, I have a tin-type photo of my great-great-great-great-great grandfather who taught in Iowa in 1867. I graduated as a member of the first class of Teaching Fellows from Appalachian State University with a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education. I taught in a public school classroom for seven years before I received my training in the Orton-Gillingham approach, which is essential for effective dyslexia support. For the past 26 years, I have been a private OG tutor, working with public, private, and home-schooled students both in person and online. I am a member of the International Dyslexia Association and served on the NC branch board for 9 years. As a parent of children with both learning challenges and giftedness who attended public school and were home-schooled, I understand the importance of tailored educational approaches.

A little more about me:

When I am not working, I love to garden and build items for the yard. Being outdoors brings me peace (except for mosquitos and fire ants), and I enjoy watching things grow and change. This environment helps me recharge for my work providing focused dyslexia support utilizing the Orton-Gillingham approach.  


My favorite vacation spot is on the beach with a book. I love cozy mysteries, although I enjoy other types of books as well.  


I currently have three dogs, two frogs, and a chinchilla as pets. The dogs often like to 'help' while I am tutoring!  


My husband and I will be celebrating our 35th anniversary this year! We have two children and a large extended family on both sides. When we can gather, it is often loud and full of laughter and great food.

Photo Gallery

Practicing using what we know through games!

Visuals help our brains remember.

Mrs. Vlach eating ice cream with Mr. Vlach

Some Tools of the Trade

Two vintage portraits side by side in an ornate frame.

My Great-Great-Great-Great-Great Grandfather Molyneaux, a teacher in the late 1860's.

So many ways to show information!

"Helping" during tutoring

Testimonials

Student

Student

Student

Mrs. Vlach was my teacher for three years.  She taught me lots of rules and tricks to make spelling and writing easier for me. She is really nice and makes learning fun. I miss working with her.

Parent

Student

Student

Mrs. Vlach has been such a blessing to our family. My son does not fit the profile of the typical dyslexic and was often overlooked. He was a voracious reader and loved school, but struggled with spelling and writing. His achievement was significantly behind his aptitude. 


Mrs. Vlach recognized his unique diagnosis and worked the curriculum to meet his needs. Not only did she teach him the fundamental skills he needed to succeed in school, particularly in spelling and writing, but she instilled a sense of confidence in him that still exists today. He knows if he uses the tools she has taught him, there is nothing he can't achieve academically.


She continues to be a resource to our family; checking in on his progress and providing guidance on any issues or concerns as they arise. She truly cares about the long-term success of her students. Mrs. Vlach is the best, and I am certain my son would not be the student he is today without her loving guidance and instruction. I could not recommend her more.

Copyright © 2026 The Virtual Tutoring Greenhouse - All Rights Reserved.

Powered by