Once Upon A Time Teaching provides personalized virtual tutoring (nationwide) and in-person tutoring (Pittsburgh, PA) for preschool through early middle school students.
Once Upon A Time Teaching is led by Brandi Cox, who is a private educator with 8+ years of experience and advanced training in literacy and dyslexia. Once Upon a Time Teaching offers support in reading, writing, math, and executive functioning.
Using a structured literacy approach grounded in Orton-Gillingham methods and infused with social-emotional learning, we meet every child where they are and guide them forward with empathy, confidence, and curiosity. Celebrate the magic of new beginnings with Once Upon A Time Teaching!
At Once Upon a Time Teaching, we make learning enjoyable & enriching for your child. Our personalized approach to education helps them excel academically & develop a lifelong love for learning. Together, our team of educators foster growth & success in a supportive, engaging environment.
Reading Intervention & Dyslexia Support
Early Literacy Skills
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Expressive / Receptive Language Skills
Spelling & Writing Skills
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Executive Functioning Skills
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Enrichment Opportunities
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Elementary Math Skills
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Social Emotional Learning
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Educator Coaching
Discover how our sessions can inspire your child to thrive in their academic journey. We offer unique collaborative experiences to your child to create an environment that fosters a love of learning!
The Once Upon A Time Difference
Parents & Students Love Once Upon A Time Teaching!
She is like the Rolls Royce of teachers. She is so incredibly thoughtful, caring, organized, intelligent and to put it simply: she’s just great at what she does. You can easily tell she is passionate about helping kids learn in different ways other than traditional pathways they get from school.
- Paula
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Take the first step towards unlocking your child's full potential. Book a call with Brandi to discuss how Once Upon A Time Teaching can help your child thrive!
Pricing Available During Consultation.
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