Meet Jacquelyn
Meet Jacquelyn Delp
Reading Tutor & Positive Behavior Specialist
I’m originally from Chicago and earned my Bachelor’s degree at the University of Florida before completing my Master’s degree at the University of New Mexico. My passion for teaching reading grew through years of classroom experience—especially when I saw students make dramatic growth through research-based, multisensory instruction.
During my career, I’ve completed advanced training in:
SPIRE: Specialized Program Individualizing Reading Excellence
Wilson Reading System
LETRS: Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling
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These evidence-based methods have helped my students with diverse learning profiles build fluency and confidence quickly. I’ve witnessed remarkable gains in decoding, comprehension, and reading enjoyment!
In addition to supporting literacy development, I’ve worked with a wide range of behavioral challenges in the classroom. Recognizing that behavior is a form of communication, I pursued targeted training in positive behavior strategies—such as pre-correction, respectful redirection, and nonverbal prompts—to foster calm, engaged learners.
Why families love working with me:
📚 I help struggling readers catch up and thrive.
🚀 I partner with parents whose children are already doing well, helping them soar even higher.
💡 Parents will soon gain access to practical tools, including my upcoming eBook focused on nurturing positive habits at home.
Whether your child needs extra encouragement or you’re preparing them for even greater achievement, Prickly Pear Academy offers compassionate expertise and proven strategies to support growth—academically and emotionally.
Let’s equip your child with the skills, confidence, and positive mindset to shine. 😊
What to Do Next
- If you are interested in reading tutoring, schedule a free 15-minute discovery call—let’s talk about your child’s goals and explore how I can help them thrive!
- Sign up for our newsletter to receive exclusive reading tips and updates about my upcoming behavior ebook, and invites to the future online course.