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1139 Prospect Avenue, Brooklyn

4.9 56 reviews

  • Avatar Emily Matles ★★★★★ a week ago
    We would highly recommend Ally! Our son always asks about her, so very thankful to Brooklyn Letters for introducing us.
    ~ Emily, mom of Brooklyn 2 year old
  • Avatar T Ainsley ★★★★★ 5 months ago
    I cannot express how grateful and rewarding my experience with Brooklyn Letters has been. Her tutor Ms. Daria is so knowledgeable, amazing, kind and awesome. My daughter has made so much progress in Literacy and Math and it's all … More thanks to Ms. Daria. I know my daughter is sad that she can no longer work with Ms. Daria, as she looked forward to their sessions every week. Thank you again!
  • Avatar Natalie Levon ★★★★★ 4 months ago
    Nicole has been an amazing therapist!! She played a tremendous role in our daughter’s speech progress and overall development. She has come such a long way and we are so happy with the therapy she received!
  • Avatar Colin Peters ★★★★★ 6 months ago
    We could not be happier with the services Valerie provided! She is very thoughtful and knowledgeable and provided significant guidance to support our daughter's speech development outside of our scheduled sessions. She established … More a great working relationship with her, and she will definitely be missed! Your business model is amazing and it was an absolute pleasure working with Valerie. I've referred your organization and Valerie to the Executive Director of our daughter's school and friends/colleagues who are in need of speech therapy services.
  • Avatar Lil Amatore ★★★★★ 7 months ago
    Christina was absolutely wonderful. She went out of her way to win my son over and it worked. He looked forward to her visits and his speech improved so much under her care. She was super flexible and it’s clear she truly cares. We adore … More Christina and we’re going to miss her. Almost sad he improved so much! She’s simply amazing and we can’t say enough how great she is. I would recommend her services to anyone and everyone, without hesitation. Thank you so much for connecting us with her!
  • Avatar Heather Liljengren ★★★★★ a year ago
    We cannot say enough good things about Effie, the ASL teacher, who was so engaged and effective with our 2 year old daughter from the very first session! Effie gladly included our whole family in the sessions! Her expertise and fantastic … More personality gave our daughter a way to communicate that she was so desperately seeking. The coordinators at Brooklyn Letters were so helpful and communicative…I would highly recommend their services!
  • Avatar Brigid Bower ★★★★★ 11 months ago
    Samantha Dalmas was fantastic! We saw her for a feeding therapy evaluation and while she doesn’t think my daughter needs more feeding therapy sessions at this time, but she gave me lots of tips to try. If my daughter's doctors want … More to see more progress at her next appointment, I wouldn’t hesitate to reach out to Samantha again.
  • Avatar Duygu Başaran ★★★★★ 11 months ago
    Brooklyn Letters was recommended to me through a friend's speech therapist friend in NJ. The articulation evaluation for my daughter went well. We were pleased with Kristin's services.
  • Avatar Kelley Peters-Patel ★★★★★ a year ago
    Melissa was wonderful. Our daughter warmed to her immediately and by the time she left, had already started "practicing" some of the techniques Melissa had shown her. I will not hesitate at all to reach out to Melissa again, should … More the need arise.
  • Avatar R Elmore ★★★★★ a year ago
    Aileen was INCREDIBLY helpful to us, both in assessing possible origins of my grandson's food aversions, as well as informing us of various available interventions to consider.
    I can’t thank you and Brooklyn Letters enough for connecting
    … More us with Aileen. In all our feeding therapy journey we have not gotten anything near the kind of benefit that we did from her. Her knowledge, professionalism, and responsiveness have put us on the path of progress with my grandson and has also made us feel genuinely well cared for.
  • Avatar Christine Weiher ★★★★★ 2 years ago
    We were amazed with Allison! She met my son at 2 1/2 years old, not speaking much at all, and over a computer, and she was able to develop a bond and friendship, so much so that he would look forward to his weekly computer time with Allison. … More I was not sure how the speech therapy would go- but we are so happy that we tried it out and continued. It allowed my son to gain confidence in his speech, make a new friend :), and also give him the skills and a bit of understanding of how to shape his mouth or where to place his tongue to make the proper sounds. We were extremely happy with Allison- she was fantastic to work with.
  • Avatar Andrea Saffady ★★★★★ 2 years ago
    My sessions with Karen have been extremely helpful. My speech has improved tremendously. In fact, I just finished 2 hours of conducting interviews with a consulting client via MS Teams and I have an upcoming conference call. Both my … More neurologist and neurosurgeon remarked about how good my speech is. Much of the day it is perfect, although I still have some rough spots when I get tired or speak too quickly. One of my granddaughters is a speech pathology student at Ithaca College. She sat in on 2 sessions while she was home for winter break, and she was very impressed with Karen.
  • Avatar Jacob B ★★★★★ 4 years ago
    We were delighted with Christie. First, and most importantly, our son made great strides under her guidance. So great, that we felt he no longer needed help! She was incredibly patient and kind with him and our son really responded to … More her. Christie was also great with me and my wife. She provided thorough and informative updates on our son's progress and which exercises she was using with him, so we could reinforce what she was teaching him. All in all, we had a fabulous experience with Christie and would highly recommend her.
  • Avatar Jessica C ★★★★★ a year ago
    Theo was wonderful and his work with my son has produced some progress. I am grateful for the services Theo provided.
  • Avatar Melissa Stevens ★★★★★ 2 years ago
    Highly recommend Jill. She is a total pleasure to work with. After a few months working with Jill, my son is reading above grade level and LOVES to read. Mission accomplished!
  • Avatar Demet Evren ★★★★★ 2 years ago
    Paige was great and we had been really happy with her. I would highly recommend her! I recommend Brooklyn Letters to whomever asks for a speech therapist.
  • Avatar Jeizel Rosenthal ★★★★★ 2 years ago
    Isabel was WONDERFUL and our son absolutely adored her, and he is making great progress with his reading and writing.
  • Avatar Lesley Duval ★★★★★ 3 years ago
    Theo was fantastic with our 4yo son. We were very worried that his progress would fall off when we had to switch to remote sessions, but Theo kept our son happy and engaged through the screen. Highly highly recommend!
  • Avatar Samantha Packard ★★★★★ 3 years ago
    We've been working with Theo from Brooklyn Letters for close to 4 months now and the results are apparent; our daughter has vastly improved her speech in a relatively short amount of time. We make "Theo Day" a celebration … More in our house with pancakes for breakfast, and the enthusiasm is matched in the sessions. Theo is fun, patient, professional, and caring, and he gives us the tools to take the lessons beyond the session. Thank you Theo, and Brooklyn Letters, for helping our daughter express herself.
  • Avatar Travis Ricca ★★★★★ 3 years ago
    I worked with Alina to enhance my pronunciation, tone, and pacing while communicating socially and in a work environment. She was great to work with and clear about goals and learning objectives. The improvement from day 1 has been tremendous! … More
  • Avatar Enrico Bermudez ★★★★★ 3 years ago
    Cathy has been excellent with us and our son. We will sorely miss her. He has improved significantly with Cathy’s help. Cathy was a true partner with us, especially as we pursued additional help through our son’s school system.
  • Avatar Kayne Elisabeth Wilk ★★★★★ 4 years ago
    We really loved working with Alina, she is so fantastic. Patient yet firm, and determined the best course of action very clearly and succintly for us. And it all transitioned so well to Zoom as well. I will definitely be back in touch for … More services for our other child after summer break!
  • Avatar Jen S ★★★★★ 4 years ago
    Vera was amazing! My 11 yo daughter made progress so quickly and really looked forward to her sessions. She was kept motivated and engaged.
  • Avatar susie tofte ★★★★★ 3 years ago
    The work that Allison P. did with our daughter over the years has been invaluable to us. Our daughter had such a good relationship with Allison, and it allowed them to work really well together - even remotely these past 6 months. This … More year, Allison went above and beyond by helping us throughout the neuropsych eval we did, trying to re-open our daughter's IEP at her school, and eventually landing her at our chosen school. She was in contact with our daughter's teachers, with the neuropsychologist, and made herself available as a reference to speak on behalf of our daughter's learning differences.
    Allison stopped by our house last week to give our daughter cupcakes and say goodbye, and I literally cried with appreciation for what an amazing speech therapist she has been. She has been our daughter's biggest champion. The new families that she will work with this year are lucky to have her.
  • Avatar Alicia Perez-Katz ★★★★★ 4 years ago
    Sydney was great! Our son was sad to end his sessions with her, which says a lot. We appreciated her honest assessment of his skill level, and he now has materials to self monitor and practice. Thank you!
  • Avatar Kristin Ames ★★★★★ 4 years ago
    Our experience with Theo was terrific. Theo was great with my son. He developed a positive relationship with him based on sincerity, respect, trust and a deep personal connection. In their lessons, Theo was encouraging, creative and kind. … More He helped our son understand how to differentiate the sounds he made when he spoke, and gave him great exercises to practice every week between lessons. Our son was sorry to have the lessons come to an end, but recognized that Theo had helped him as much as possible and it was time for him to stop. Theo explained to him (and us) how to keep working to get the last 5%, and encouraged him to keep working on the exercises on his own. I have recommended Theo to another parent who noticed my son's improvement and inquired for her own son.
    We are all grateful to have gotten to know Theo, and we greatly appreciate all the work he did to help our son.
  • Avatar Aisha Holder ★★★★★ 4 years ago
    "I have nothing but wonderful things to say about Michelle Macroy-Higgins. We are extremely pleased with her work with our daughter. I was so grateful for my daughter to have a speech therapist who is a researcher (specialty in late … More talkers), graduate professor and practitioner. Her expertise was clearly evident in our conversations and work with our daughter. She was very responsive to my questions and often sent articles and other materials about language development that I found helpful. Thankfully, my daughter's speech improved tremendously. Michelle developed such a warm relationship with my daughter. My daughter was always excited to see Michelle and would greet her at the door with a big hug. Lastly, I would add that Michelle always demonstrated empathy with me as a mother who was initially worried about her daughter's language development. I could go on and on about how pleased we were with Michelle's work."
  • Avatar Andrea Peartree ★★★★★ 4 years ago
    Theo is a wonderful Clinton Hill speech therapist. We were really pleased with him. Our son showed drastic improvement, not only in his speech but in his confidence.
  • Avatar mario costa ★★★★★ 4 years ago
    Alexa has been an enthusiastic, reliable, well prepared and caring teacher for our 6 year old daughter. She has been able to improve and increase our daughter's confidence lesson by lesson with patience and competence; through varied … More and productive didactic practice. Alexa has engaged our daughter in several activities that always kept her motivated and eager to learn literacy. My wife and I, both of us are educators, feel so fortunate to have had the opportunity to observe Alexa's pedagogical skills. Alexa has had a big impact on our daughter literacy growth. Thank you Brooklyn Letters!
  • Avatar Lily Alt ★★★★★ 4 years ago
    We were absolutely DELIGHTED with Marsha's services. She was wonderful. We found her to be kind, fun, engaging, very knowledgeable. She provided us with clear instructions and additional written handouts each week. She engaged our … More son with different techniques and toys, and showed us how to use her techniques when we were interacting with him. I actually just texted her on Saturday - Our son finally said "more" - one of the target words we had been working on with her. It was a total joy to hear, and I had to share it with her - she wrote back immediately to congratulate us. I am so appreciative of her expertise, and wish we could have seen her for longer. I recommended her to another family in our neighborhood who is looking for a speech therapist.

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Private Pay SEIT Services in Manhattan (1:1 Special Education Support for Preschool Children)

Special Education Itinerant Teacher SEIT Manhattan

Private Pay SEIT Services in Manhattan

Special Education Itinerant Teacher SEIT Manhattan
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Private pay SEIT services in Manhattan provide individualized, in-school support for preschool children with speech, language, and developmental needs. Our SEIT providers travel directly to your child’s school, daycare, or program, delivering structured, one-on-one intervention that supports communication, early literacy, and classroom participation. Free consultations and meet-and-greets are available to ensure strong clinical and educational fit.

Private pay SEIT services in Manhattan provide individualized, in-school support for preschool children with speech, language, and developmental needs.

Our SEIT providers travel directly to your child’s school, daycare, or program, delivering structured, one-on-one intervention that supports communication, early literacy, and classroom participation.

Free consultations and meet-and-greets are available to ensure strong clinical and educational fit.

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TESTIMONIALS

Our SEIT Elizabeth was great.
Our daughter was comfortable with her instantly, and Elizabeth helped her
with her social anxiety and selective mutism. She was communicative and
easy to work with. We are hoping to work with her again in the Fall.

~ J, Manhattan Parent of a 4 year old

Michelle was great she exceeded my expectations and was extremely
professional as well as easily engaged my daughter in the exercises.

- Kate
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Private pay SEIT services in Manhattan support preschool-aged children with speech, language, and early learning differences through individualized, in-school intervention, including SEIT services across the NYC metro area.

Manhattan Letters connects families with experienced SEIT providers who deliver structured support directly within classroom environments, daycares, and early childhood programs.

SEIT services focus on improving language development, early literacy readiness, and classroom participation in children ages 3–5. Using structured, evidence-based strategies, independent SEIT providers support children with speech, language, and developmental needs, often in coordination with speech-language therapy Manhattan and broader language development services.

Many families seek SEIT support when a child is struggling to follow directions, communicate clearly, engage with peers, or meet early academic expectations in preschool settings. We also offer private SEIT services in NYC (Brooklyn, Queensthe Bronx, and Staten Island), HamptonsWestchesterLong IslandNew Jersey, and Connecticut, providing 1:1 in-person support for children with speech, language, developmental, behavioral, social, and emotional needs.

When Do Children Typically Need SEIT Services?

Many Manhattan families begin SEIT services when early speech, language, or classroom challenges become noticeable in preschool settings.

Common situations include:

  • Difficulty understanding or following directions
  • Limited expressive language or unclear speech
  • Challenges participating in group activities
  • Social communication delays with peers
  • Early literacy concerns (letters, sounds, phonological awareness)
  • Teacher or pediatrician recommendations

SEIT services are most effective when introduced early, particularly between ages three and five, when language and learning systems are rapidly developing.

What Is a SEIT (Special Education Itinerant Teacher)?

A SEIT is a special education professional who provides individualized support to preschool children within their school or daycare environment.

SEIT services are designed for children ages 3–5 and focus on:

  • Speech and language development
  • Early literacy and pre-academic skills
  • Social communication and peer interaction
  • Classroom participation and learning readiness

Unlike SETTS, which supports K–12 students, SEIT services are specific to early childhood and emphasize developmental foundations that impact later academic success.

How Can SEITs Help?

Special Education Itinerant Teacher in Manhattan
Special Education Itinerant Teacher in Manhattan

How Do SEIT Services Work in Manhattan?

SEIT services are delivered directly in a child’s school or daycare, allowing support to align with real classroom expectations.

SEIT providers:

  • Work 1:1 with the child during classroom activities
  • Support IEP goals through structured intervention
  • Collaborate with teachers, speech therapists, and families
  • Provide strategies that integrate into daily routines

What Do SEIT Sessions Look Like?

SEIT sessions often occur during:

  • Circle time
  • Small-group instruction
  • Play-based learning activities
  • Transitions and social interaction periods

This ensures skills are practiced in real-world classroom contexts.

How Much Do SEIT Services Cost in Manhattan?

Private pay SEIT services in Manhattan typically range from $150–$185 per hour depending on provider experience and specialization.

Push-In Support

Our SEITs (Special Education Itinerant Teachers) provide direct support in the classroom, addressing each child’s individual learning needs while promoting positive peer interactions. By working alongside teachers and classmates, SEITs help students apply strategies in real time, making skill development more meaningful and sustainable.

Classroom Observations & Consultation

SEITs observe students in their natural classroom environment to better understand academic, social, and emotional strengths and challenges. We share actionable feedback with teachers and families, and collaborate on strategies that can be seamlessly integrated into the school day.

Small-Group & Whole-Class Workshops

Our team partners with schools to design customized workshop series that support students’ academic readiness, social-emotional growth, and peer relationships. These interactive workshops are tailored to meet the developmental and social needs of each class.

Professional Development  for Teachers

We also offer professional learning for educators, providing practical, classroom-ready strategies to support diverse learners. Trainings are designed to reflect your school’s student dynamics and to strengthen both academic and social-emotional outcomes.

Disclaimer

Manhattan Letters offers private pay SEIT work performed by special educators. These services are not reimbursable by the Manhattan State Department of Education (CSDE). Manhattan Letters also offers private at-school and at-camp professional support services by licensed professionals with expertise working with students exhibiting attentional, speech and language, and learning delays. The latter does not qualify for Manhattan State Department of Education (CSDE) SEIT work, and these services cannot be used to justify support for Manhattan State Department of Education (CSDE) SEIT services. Our private pay SEIT work is paid directly and weekly from the clients to the professional working with the student.

Why Families Choose Manhattan Letters for SEIT Services

Manhattan Letters Special Education Itinerant Teachers

Why Families Choose Manhattan Letters for SEIT Services

Manhattan Letters Special Education Itinerant Teachers

Manhattan Letters provides clinically informed, literacy-aligned SEIT support for preschool children in demanding NYC educational environments.

  • Specialized Early Literacy Focus
    SEIT providers integrate language and pre-reading development into every session.
  • Experienced, Credentialed Professionals
    All providers hold advanced degrees in special education and have extensive early childhood experience.
  • In-School, Real-Time Support
    Services occur directly in classroom environments for maximum impact.
  • Collaborative Care Model
    SEIT providers coordinate with teachers, therapists, and families to ensure consistency.
  • High-Trust Parent Experience
    Families receive ongoing communication, progress insight, and clear support strategies.

Families are matched with providers offering flexible, in-school support throughout the academic year and summer, often alongside early childhood literacy intervention and reading support services that strengthen foundational learning skills.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What age is appropriate for SEIT services?

SEIT services are designed for children ages 3–5 in preschool or early childhood programs.

2. Do SEIT providers work inside the classroom?

Yes, SEIT services are typically delivered within the child’s school or daycare environment.

3. What is the difference between SEIT and speech therapy?

SEIT focuses on overall classroom functioning and development, while speech therapy targets communication and language skills.

4. How often should SEIT sessions occur?

Frequency depends on the child’s needs but often ranges from several sessions per week to daily support.

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Who Are We?

Private Pay SEIT Services in Manhattan for Preschool and School-Age Children

Who Are We?

Private Pay SEIT Services in Manhattan for Preschool and School-Age Children

The Manhattan Letters' Approach and Methodology

Since 2010, Manhattan Letters has become highly regarded across the Manhattan area for its dedication to excellence in speech-language therapy and personalized tutoring services. Founded by Craig Selinger, our CEO, and supported by a committed network of professionals, we have grown into a thriving community of nearly 200 experts. Our reputation is built on recommendations from parents, colleagues, and trusted professionals.

Emphasizing Innovative Multidisciplinary Approaches: At Manhattan Letters, we prioritize cutting-edge, research-backed strategies to support students facing challenges in speech, language, math, and literacy.

Going Beyond Expectations: Manhattan Letters offers comprehensive services, including mathematics and literacy tutoring and SEIT therapy. We strive to create a nurturing environment where individuals receive tailored support to thrive and achieve their full potential.

Championing Early Intervention for Future Success: Grounded in a philosophy of intervention and remediation, Manhattan Letters provides holistic support for children with speech, language, math, and literacy difficulties. We aim to equip every child with the skills and confidence needed for successful learning and personal development.

Free Consultations and Remote Meet & Greets

At Manhattan Letters, free consultations and remote meet-and-greets with Special Education Itinerant Teachers (SEITs) are essential for building trust and understanding between the professionals we work with and prospective clients. These sessions allow us to assess the goodness of fit for both parties, provide personalized support, and establish a strong first impression. Contact us today for your free consultation.

Manhattan Letters' Process and Approach

Manhattan Letters utilizes a stringent selection process for the professionals we work with, often sourcing candidates through referrals. These seasoned professionals possess extensive practical experience in educational settings, ensuring high-quality tutoring services.

We specialize in helping elementary students regain confidence in literacy and math by providing personalized attention and the necessary support to excel in these subjects.

In addition to tutoring, Manhattan Letters offers comprehensive speech-language therapy tailored to various age groups, including infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and elementary school children. We focus on enhancing articulation and language skills to foster confident and effective communication.

Our tutoring approach at Manhattan Letters is customized to meet the unique needs of each student across different subjects, particularly benefiting elementary students in literacy and math.

Flexibility is a priority for us, and multiple scheduling options are available across the Manhattan area. We accommodate diverse schedules and travel to your child’s school throughout the Manhattan area to suit our clients’ needs.

MEET MANHATTAN LETTERS SPECIAL EDUCATION ITINERANT TEACHERS WHO TRAVEL TO YOUR CHILD'S SCHOOL, CAMP OR TO YOUR HOME

Gabrielle S
Gabrielle
Master’s in General Education (1-6), Special Education certification (1-6)
Liza G 1
Liza G. 
Masters in Elementary Education and Special Education
Mariel
Mariel
Master’s Degree in Early Childhood Education, Certificate in Early Childhood Special Education

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