Change Lives as a Barton Tutor
No teaching degree needed. No previous experience required. Just your dedication to helping students with dyslexia discover the joy of reading—and transform their entire futures.
Why Become a Barton Tutor?
Every tutoring session is an opportunity to witness a transformation. You’ll see the moment when a struggling reader finally “gets it”—and their entire world opens up.
Change Lives Daily
Experience the profound joy of helping students with dyslexia transform from struggling readers to confident learners.
Set Your Own Rates
You control your income. Rates vary by location and certification level, with certified tutors charging premium rates.
Ultimate Flexibility
Tutor as little as 2 hours per week or build a full-time practice. You decide your schedule and workload.
No Degree Required
No college degree or teaching experience needed. Just passion, dedication, and the ability to follow our proven system.
Talk to the Barton Tutor Support Team
Have questions about becoming a tutor? Our dedicated support team is here to help you every step of the way—from initial screening through certification and beyond.
Free Unlimited Support included for all tutors before, during, and after certification
The Profound Impact You'll Make
Watch Confidence Bloom
Students who once avoided reading will start volunteering to read aloud. You’ll witness the exact moment self-doubt transforms into self-assurance.
Transform Family Dynamics
Homework battles end. Tears stop. Parents see hope again. The ripple effect of your work extends far beyond your tutoring sessions.
Open Academic Doors
When a student can finally read, every subject becomes accessible. You’re not just teaching reading—you’re unlocking their potential in science, history, and beyond.
Change Life Trajectories
Students who master reading go on to graduate, pursue careers, and achieve dreams they once thought impossible. You’ll be part of their success story forever.
Your Path to Certification
The Barton System is designed to be clear and easy enough for people with no experience. You’ll have free unlimited support every step of the way.
Beginning Certification
Levels 1-3
Start your tutoring journey by mastering the foundational levels.
Requirements:
Pass the 5-minute Tutor Screening
Watch the Tutor Training DVDs
Tutor two students through Levels 1-3
Provide evidence of student progress
Receive free unlimited support throughout
Benefits:
Start charging fees before certification
Set your own hourly rates
Receive ongoing mentorship
Join the Barton tutor community
Advanced Certification
Levels 4-6
Expand your expertise to help students with
more complex patterns
Requirements:
Complete Beginning Certification
Watch Advanced Training DVDs
Tutor students through Levels 4-6
Demonstrate advanced teaching skills
Benefits:
Command higher hourly rates
Work with more challenging cases
Increased referrals from Barton
Enhanced professional credibility
Master Certification
Levels 7-10
Achieve the highest level of expertise in the
Barton System
Requirements:
Complete Advanced Certification
Master all 10 levels of instruction
Demonstrate exceptional teaching outcomes
Commit to ongoing professional development
Benefits:
Premium pricing for your services
Free listing on Barton’s referral list
Recognition as an elite tutor
Priority support and resources
Who Can Become a Barton Tutor?
You don’t need a teaching background. You need heart, dedication, and a commitment to helping students succeed. If you have that, we’ll give you everything else.
Parents
Help your own child or others in your community overcome reading challenges
Career Changers
Transition into a rewarding profession that truly changes lives
Volunteer Tutors
Make a meaningful impact in your community with evidence-based methods
Professional Educators
Enhance your skills with specialized training in dyslexia intervention
Retirees
Use your life experience to mentor and guide struggling readers to success
Anyone with Passion
If you care about helping students succeed, you can become a Barton tutor
What You Need to Get Started
The requirements are simple and straightforward. We’ve designed the system to be accessible to anyone with the passion to help.
Ability to hear sounds extremely well (critical for phonics instruction)
Commitment to tutor at least 2 hours per week, one-on-one
Willingness to watch and learn from Tutor Training DVDs
Pass the 5-minute Tutor Screening (tests your ability to hear subtle sound differences)
No college degree or teaching experience required
Important: The 5-minute screening tests your ability to distinguish subtle differences in sounds—a critical skill for teaching phonics effectively.
You Set Your Own Rates
As a Barton tutor, you control your income. There are no fixed rates or commissions— what you charge is entirely up to you.
Change Lives Daily
Metropolitan areas typically support higher rates than rural areas. Research your local market.
Your Certification
Advanced and Master certified tutors command premium rates. More training equals higher
earnings.
Start Immediately
You can start charging fees even before you complete certification. Begin earning while you learn.
As a Barton tutor, you control your income. There are no fixed rates or commissions— what you charge is entirely up to you.
Stories from Our Tutors
Hear from tutors who have discovered the profound satisfaction of changing lives, one student at a time.
“I started with no teaching experience, just a desire to help. Now I watch students who once hated reading come to sessions excited. There’s nothing more rewarding than seeing a child’s confidence soar.”
Maria Rodriguez
Master Certified Barton Tutor
“The system is designed so well that I felt confident from day one. The free unlimited support means I’m never alone when facing challenges. I’m truly changing lives every week.”
Jennifer Thompson
Advanced Certified Tutor
“I was a software engineer looking for more meaningful work. Becoming a Barton tutor let me build a flexible practice while making a real difference. Best career change ever.”
Robert Chen
Beginning Certified Tutor
Start Changing Lives Today
Every day you wait is another day a student struggles. Join our community of tutors who are making reading possible for students who thought they’d never succeed.
No degree required. No experience needed. Just your commitment to making a difference.
Free Support
Unlimited help at every stage
Flexible Hours
As little as 2 hours per week
You’re in Control
Set your own rates and schedule
