(707) 364-7114
writerickmason@gmail.com

Oakland & Berkeley

Reading / Math / Writing / Spelling

Tutoring . EF Coaching

When the usual approach Isn't the Right Approach

Children with dyslexia, difficulty with focus or organization, weaknesses in memory or math, or who become anxious learn best when their strengths are identified so they can be taught through their stronger learning channels while building-up their weaker learning abilities.  I identify each student's learning style and level to teach what they are ready to learn in ways they learn best, to experience success and reach their full academic potential.  
Reading & Writing
  • Multi-sensory, phonics-based instruction for students who are dyslexic or struggling with reading due to anxiety, ADD, etc.
  • Individualized instruction for the complex tasks of communicating through writing.
  • Reading comprehension.
Math
For students K-7 struggling to master math concepts or to learn the many facts and processes involved in math through Algebra 1.
 
 
Organization & Study

For students with deficits in attention and others who need to learn efficient ways to organize their schoolwork and to study efficiently.

“Rick's sensitivity and depth, coupled with his commitment to understanding the nuanced nature of learning differences, makes him an excellent resource and source of support.  For any parent seeking guidance in making life better for kids with learning differences, Rick is a true find.”   

           mother of a 6th grade student with ADD
 
 
"Your support and dedication and desire to not give up on her, but to acturally push her harder, will benefit her throughout her entire life."  
             mother of a dyslexic student, grades k-3
 
 
Thomas had been struggling with math and had an even tougher time reading.  He was suffering from low self esteem, resulting in a pretty unhappy situation...the more time we spent working with him the worse it got.  Rick Mason turned out to be the person we needed.  His program worked.  We now have a happy, confident and enthusiastic boy who can read and write.
            father of a bright 3-4th grader with slow processing for visual information
 

Educational Therapy
for students who learn differently

Rick Mason, MA
Educational Therapist, Reading Specialist

30+ years experience teaching smart kids
who learn differently. 

“Rick's sensitivity and depth, coupled with his commitment to understanding the nuanced nature of learning differences, makes him an excellent resource and source of support.  For any parent seeking guidance in making life better for kids with learning differences, Rick is a true find.”   

mother of a 6th grade student with ADD
 
 
"Your support and dedication and desire to not give up on her, but to acturally push her harder, will benefit her throughout her entire life."  
mother of a dyslexic student, grades k-3
 
 
Thomas had been struggling with math and had an even tougher time reading.  He was suffering from low self esteem, resulting in a pretty unhappy situation...the more time we spent working with him the worse it got.  Rick Mason turned out to be the person we needed.  His program worked.  We now have a happy, confident and enthusiastic boy who can read and write.
father of a bright 3-4th grader with slow processing for visual information
 

Rick Mason, MA
Educational Therapist, Reading Specialist

30+ years experience
teaching smart kids
who learn differently.