Welcome to Prickly Pear Academy!
Prickly Pear Academy was created to help families turn challenges into success.
Let’s get started!
Reading Tutor & Positive Behavior Specialist
- Unlock your child’s love for reading — research-based, multisensory instruction that builds fluency & confidence.
- Transform behavior positively — practical strategies parents can use today to create calm, respectful, joy-filled households.
- Empower your child — gain tools and support that foster independence, resilience, and lifelong learning.
You Want the Best for Your Child—We Help You Make It Happen
You’ve noticed something.
Maybe your child is struggling to keep up with reading—or maybe they’re doing “fine,” but something tells you they could use a little extra support to really thrive. Maybe you’ve been seeing more meltdowns, resistance, or power struggles—and you’re not sure how to help them manage their big feelings.
You love your child deeply. You want them to feel confident, capable, and joyful. And you’re willing to do what it takes to set them up for success.
But where do you start?
Welcome to Prickly Pear Academy—Where Growth Begins with Connection
We work with parents like you—loving, thoughtful, proactive parents who just want to do right by their kids.
Whether your child is behind, on track, or ready to stretch beyond what they’re getting in school, we’re here to help you give them the best possible foundation.
Our approach includes specialized, research-backed literacy tutoring and practical, compassionate behavior support—so your child can grow in both skill and self-confidence.
What Prickly Pear Academy Helps with
Reading struggles— decoding and reading fluency
Emotional outbursts, impulsivity, or tricky transitions
Quiet self-doubt or low confidence, even if grades seem “fine”
Parents who simply want to give their kids a little more support to become their best selves
With the right tools, guidance, and consistent support, your child can:
Read with confidence and enjoyment
Feel calmer and more in control of their emotions
Develop resilience, independence, and a deep belief in themselves
Thrive at home, in school, and beyond
And you, as the parent, can stop second-guessing and start feeling confident in how you’re supporting them.
Studies consistently show that students who receive tutoring for foundational reading instruction perform better on reading tests and achieve better reading outcomes.
At Prickly Pear Academy, we equip families with the tools and support that unlock joy, confidence, and brighter futures!
When parents implement effective behavior management strategies with their children, it can significantly enhance positive behavior and foster the development of essential life skills.
Prickly Pear Academy Products And Services
Meet The Owner
Jacquelyn Delp: Reading Tutor & Positive Behavior Specialist
I’m a licensed Level 2 teacher, endorsed in Reading, Science, and Teaching English Language Learners. Throughout my years in the classroom, I developed a deep passion for helping struggling readers. My training in research-based, multisensory reading instruction—paired with hands-on classroom application—has empowered students to make remarkable progress.
I also bring a wealth of experience in behavior management. Through targeted coursework, professional development, and collaboration with behavioral specialists, I’ve refined effective, compassionate strategies that support children’s social and emotional growth.
What I Offer:
🌟 Reading tutoring for 1st–5th graders, focusing on fluency, decoding, comprehension, and a love of reading.
📘 COMING SOON: Expert behavior tools and soon-to-launch digital products, including an upcoming eBook to guide parents in nurturing positive habits at home.
Together, we’ll create a transformative experience—equipping your child with the confidence, skills, and joy to thrive academically and emotionally.
Let’s unlock brighter futures—one page, one breakthrough, and one win at a time!🚀
“Once you learn to read, you will be forever free.”