65. Supporting Students with Dyslexia Online with Michelle Breitenbach, Read to Rewire (Dyslexia Awareness Month)

October is Dyslexia Awareness Month, and today’s conversation shines a light on the power of online instruction to reach and teach our one in five students with dyslexia.

In this episode, I’m chatting with Michelle Breitenbach, founder of Read to Rewire, certified dyslexia practitioner, and creator of the Online with Ease Academy, where she trains teachers to bring multisensory, structured literacy instruction to life virtually. After leaving the classroom due to health challenges, Michelle discovered her purpose helping children and educators worldwide through high-quality, human-centered online tutoring.

We discuss how to make virtual lessons feel just as personal and powerful as in-person ones — emphasizing connection, simplicity, and structure. Michelle shares heartwarming stories of students who have thrived online, and offers practical advice for teachers and parents alike.

Key Takeaways:

• The prevalence of dyslexia and the urgent need for early identification
• Why online instruction can expand access and reduce barriers for families
• How to create engaging, multisensory virtual lessons that feel human
• Common pitfalls of “the virtual highway” (and how to avoid them)
• Practical advice for teachers seeking flexibility and freedom through online work

Connect with Michelle Breitenbach:

• Website: Read to Rewire
• Instagram: @readtorewire
• Free Guide: From Teacher to Online with Ease
• Free Masterclass
• 7-Day Access to her Training

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🎧 For more episodes in the Dyslexia Awareness Month bonus series, check out the playlist here.

Check out our Dyslexia Awareness Reel here!

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