Montgomery Location
Susan Shelnutt
Outreach Coordinator
Susan has been an educator for over 20 years. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Auburn University and a Masters of Education degree from Oglethorpe University. She has taught pre-Kindergarten through 4th grades. Susan’s training includes Barton Reading & Spelling System Tutor Training and she has earned credentials as a Certified Barton Tutor. Her training also includes Comprehensive Orton-Gillingham Training with the Institute for Multi-sensory Education, Handwriting Without Tears, and Unexpected Underachievement from Neuhaus Education Center. Susan has also earned credential of Certified Structured Literacy Classroom Teacher from Center for Effective Reading Instruction. Susan serves on the Board of Directors of the Alabama Branch of the International Dyslexia Association. She and her husband, Bill, have twins. In her free time, you can find her cheering on the sidelines: for her son & daughter and for the Auburn Tigers!
Andrea Spillman
Operations Manager
Andrea is a speech-language pathologist and has a passion for teaching reading and writing skills. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Colorado at Boulder and a Master of Science degree from Portland State University, both in speech-language pathology. Her training includes Barton Reading and Spelling System Tutor Training and the Unexpected Underachievement course from Neuhaus Education Center, as well as numerous other continuing education courses about assessing and treating dyslexia and written language skills. Andrea has provided one-on-one therapy for kids who struggle with reading, spelling, and writing for over 7 years. She also developed and maintained a literacy program at a private practice in Colorado. Andrea recently relocated to the Montgomery area. She enjoys hiking with her husband and is excited to explore what Alabama has to offer.
Jennifer Butler
Jennifer is a teacher with 8+ years of experience. She has taught K3, K4, Kindergarten, 3rd grade, and college courses. She is passionate about reading and helping children pursue that passion. Her training includes Barton Reading and Spelling System Tutor Training and extensive reading about ADHD an dyslexia. She has personal experience assisting her children with reading struggles. Her most recent experience teaching is at Cornerstone Classical Christian Academy teaching 3rd grade.
She is now part of the kindergarten team at Montgomery Christian School.
Kim Creel
Kim is a special education teacher with 20+ years of experience. She recently retired from Pike Road Schools. She has experience implementing dyslexia specific intervention curriculums. Her training includes Language! and Barton Reading and Spelling System Tutor Training. Kim is looking forward to getting to work with students one-on-one at Read Write!
Jennifer Graham
Jennifer has been an educator for over 13 years. She earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management from Auburn University in Montgomery. She has taught pre-K 4, 2nd and 3rd grade. Jennifer is trained in Barton Reading & Spelling System Tutor Training. She has a passion for teaching students to excel in reading and is excited to teach one-on-one at Read-Write! She has a love for children and has been the preschool director at her church for over 22 years. In her spare time, she enjoys traveling and spending time with her children and 2 grandchildren.
Michele Hough
Michele has taught over 15 years in classical education. She is passionate about helping children to become lifelong learners. Her training includes Barton Reading and Spelling System Tutor Training. She looks forward to serving students at Read Write Montgomery. Michele and her husband, Judd, have 3 daughters and 2 grandchildren. She enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, and reading.
Tricia Strout
Tricia Strout earned a degree in education from Texas Christian University in Fort Worth, Texas in 1991. She holds a lifetime Texas Educator Certificate in secondary biology and secondary science. She continued her professional development by earning a graduate certificate in dyslexia education from Southeastern University in Lakeland, Florida in 2021. She is a member of the International Dyslexia Association (IDA) and the Learning Disabilities Association of America. She recently attended the Alabama branch of the International Dyslexia Association’s annual conference. Her training includes Barton Reading and Spelling System Tutor Training. Her favorite pastimes include reading and making crafts. She and her husband, Doug, have one daughter. They moved to Montgomery over 20 years ago for his job as a professor at Alabama State University. Tricia saw the impact of academic therapy on her neurodivergent daughter, and she looks forward to helping Read Write students achieve the same positive outcomes!
Diane Shirah
Diane has been an educator for over 15 years. She is certified in both Texas and Alabama to teach English language arts and PK-12th special education. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in English from Auburn University at Montgomery and studied towards a Master of Arts in English at UAB. Her training includes Barton Reading and Spelling System Tutor Training and Comprehensive Orton-Gillingham Training with the Institute for Multi-Sensory Education. Diane is a member of the International Dyslexia Association. Before she was a teacher, Diane worked as a writer and assistant editor for local and national publications, including The Montgomery Advertiser, Houston Chronicle, and Southern Accents magazine. She most recently spent 7 years as a 5th grade reading teacher and dyslexia interventionist. She enjoys puzzles (both crossword and jigsaw!), traveling, and Alabama football. She resides in Millbrook with her husband of 25 years and and has two adult sons.
Sarah Stebbins
Sarah has over 20 years of experience in education, ranging from classroom teacher to special education assistant to school librarian. She holds a bachelor’s degree from Auburn University in Early Childhood Education and is currently pursuing her Master’s degree in Curriculum and Teaching (Media Specialist). While in the classroom, Sarah worked with a wide range of learning disabilities, including dyslexia, and helped implement programs to ensure the success of all her students. Sarah is thrilled to join Read Write and is excited to meet some amazing kids!!
Lauren Norris
Lauren has 6+ years of teaching experience and is passionate about helping children reach their fullest potential in the classroom. She has a Bachelor of Science degree from Auburn University. Her training includes Orton-Gillingham: Classroom Educator and Associate Level and Barton Reading & Spelling System and Tutor Training. She serves on the Board of Directors of the Alabama Branch of the International Dyslexia Association. Lauren has personal experience supporting her daughter with dyslexia and has seen first hand how specialized reading therapy helps. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her husband and 3 daughters, especially at Lake Martin and the beach.
Paige Mitchell
Paige Mitchell-Moore has been a professional educator for over 10 years. She earned her Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education from Alabama State University and her Master's in Elementary Education from the University of Alabama. She is currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Instructional Leadership from Auburn Montgomery. She has taught 3rd - 5th grade in Opelika City Schools and Montgomery Public Schools. She recently served as an Accountability Interventionist for Montgomery Public Schools. She has training in LETRS (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) and Sonday Systems. She has attended a variety of professional development focused on reading and dyslexia throughout her career. Mrs. Mitchell-Moore loves to watch kids grow in confidence as they become stronger readers and spellers. When she is not teaching, she enjoys reading, listening to music, and family time with her husband and children.
Courtney Terry
Courtney Terry is a dedicated educator with 9 years of experience in teaching. Mrs.Terry holds a Bachelor's degree in Elementary and Middle School Education with a specialization in English language arts, as well as a Master's in Literacy Education, both from Frostburg State University. She has taught students from 3rd to 7th grade in various public school systems in Alabama. Mrs. Terry is a certified reading specialist and has received training in the Barton Reading and Spelling System. She has also completed numerous professional development courses focused on reading and dyslexia. Outside of her work, Mrs. Terry enjoys spending time with her husband, son, family, and friends. She loves reading, shopping, listening to live music, and being outdoors. Mrs. Terry is passionate about helping students learn and grow, especially in the area of reading.
Debra Stauffer
Debra has been a professional educator for over 25 years. She graduated from Auburn University at Montgomery in 1995 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education. She earned a Master of Education degree in Library Media at Alabama State University in 2000. Her training includes Alabama Reading Initiative (ARI) training and Barton Reading and Spelling System Tutor Training. She taught Kindergarten and First Grade classes in Autauga County, and provided reading intervention classes and remedial instruction to struggling students as a Library Media Specialist. She recently retired from Martin Middle School in Dallas County and is excited to share her love for reading and learning with students at Read Write. She also enjoys baking homemade bread and spending time with her grandchildren.
