Beautiful Mind Tutoring, LLC
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Certified Barton Reading & Spelling Tutors
Dyslexia Specialists
Salt Lake City & Online
michelelchisholm@yahoo.com
801-870-3965
CONTACT ME
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MICHELE CHISHOLM
I am the Owner and Director of Beautiful Mind Tutoring, a specialized dyslexia tutoring service serving the Salt Lake City area. I am a Certified Barton Reading & Spelling tutor and a member of the Education Committee for Decoding Dyslexia Utah. I previously served as Chair of the Wasatch Reading Summit, an annual professional development conference focused on evidence-based literacy instruction.
I earned a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from Brigham Young University and began my career as a first-grade teacher. After starting a family, I remained active in education through volunteer work and private tutoring. Over time, my growing interest in the science of reading led me to specialize in supporting students with dyslexia.
My professional work is deeply personal. My father was profoundly dyslexic, and as a child I witnessed the frustration and barriers he faced due to limited understanding and resources. Years later, when my own son struggled with reading, I recognized many of the same warning signs. His diagnosis of dyslexia and dysgraphia became a turning point for our family.
Through consistent use of the Barton Reading & Spelling System, my son made meaningful progress—academically and emotionally. That experience inspired me to help other families navigating similar challenges. I firmly believe that with the right instruction, children with dyslexia can thrive.
HAILEY ERICKSON
Hailey Erickson is a dyslexia specialist and Certified Barton Reading & Spelling tutor serving Davis County and Salt Lake City. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Special Education from Utah Valley University and is passionate about helping children gain confidence in their reading and writing abilities.
Having struggled with oral and written language as a child, Hailey understands firsthand the importance of specialized, evidence-based instruction. When she discovered the Barton Reading & Spelling System, she knew she wanted to focus her career on helping students overcome reading challenges and experience success.
RACHEL ELLIS
Rachel Ellis is a Certified Barton Reading & Spelling tutor and holds a Master of Education in Special Education from the University of Utah. She has several years of experience working one-on-one with students and is deeply committed to helping children grow academically.
Rachel loves building strong relationships with her students and supporting their confidence as their skills improve. She finds great fulfillment in witnessing students’ progress and believes the Barton Reading & Spelling System can be truly life-changing.
EMILY BESS
Emily Bess is a dyslexia specialist and Certified Barton Reading & Spelling tutor. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from the University of Utah and a Master of Arts in Teaching from Westminster College. Emily holds a current Utah educator license and taught kindergarten and first grade for eight years.
She is currently teaching part time and enjoys being home with her three children. She continues to find joy in helping students gain confidence as they learn they can do hard things. Emily is passionate about helping children become successful readers and writers so they can grow into confident, lifelong learners.
MOLLY RICE
Molly Rice earned her Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from the University of Utah and taught first and third grade before having her own children. Throughout her education, teaching career, and motherhood, fostering a love of reading has been one of her greatest passions.
Molly is a Certified Barton Reading & Spelling tutor and taught each of her four children to read, gaining a deep appreciation for how differently children learn. She believes all children can learn to read with the right instruction and support and loves helping students experience the joy of reading.
MELISSA HILL
Melissa Hill earned a Bachelor of Science in Exercise and Sports Science from Adrian College in Michigan. As a young mother, she taught each of her four children to read and saw firsthand how uniquely each child learns.
While raising her children, Melissa volunteered extensively in their classrooms. Over the past five years, she has worked as a substitute teacher and aide at Upland Terrace Elementary in the Granite School District and most recently as a reading aide. She enjoys helping students build confidence through consistent progress in reading.
HOLLY PETERSON
Holly Peterson earned a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Utah with a minor in French and has taught hundreds of students over the past 21 years as the owner of Bright Beginnings Preschool. Her daily work includes teaching early literacy and spelling skills, and she loves witnessing students’ excitement as they learn.
Holly has also worked as a one-on-one tutor and substitute teacher. She is extremely impressed with the Barton Reading & Spelling System and its ability to strengthen reading, spelling, and self-confidence. She feels fortunate to be part of the positive results this program brings to students.
MELISSA RIDEOUT
Melissa Rideout earned her Bachelor’s degree from Utah State University in Health Education and Exercise Science and later became a Certified Athletic Trainer. She worked in physical therapy clinics treating student-athletes and spent many years providing care at high school sporting events. She is now a Certified Barton Reading & Spelling tutor.
While raising her four children, Melissa volunteered extensively in their schools. With close family experience with dyslexia, she brings deep compassion and understanding to her work and enjoys supporting both students and parents as children gain confidence and success
GRETCHEN SELCHO
Gretchen Selcho earned her Bachelor’s degree in English with a minor in Child Development from the University of Utah. Having grown up with dyslexia herself, she deeply understands the challenges and triumphs students face as they learn to read.
She has taught preschool, student-taught kindergarten, and raised four children, two of whom have special needs. Her experience with in-home ABA therapy showed her how small daily successes lead to lifelong growth. Gretchen is thrilled to support students at Beautiful Mind Tutoring on their unique learning journeys.
McKENZIE CHISHOLM
McKenzie Chisholm earned her Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from Utah Valley University and is currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Special Education at the University of Utah. She is also a Certified Barton Reading & Spelling tutor.
McKenzie enjoys working with children in both classroom and tutoring settings and is passionate about supporting students in reading and spelling. She is dedicated to helping each child grow academically and reach their potential.
KRISTIN JARMAN
Kristin Jarman holds a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education from the University of Utah and is a Certified Barton Reading & Spelling tutor. One of her professors instilled in her a lasting passion for literacy and early reading development.
Before having her six children, Kristin worked as an aide and preschool teacher. She now enjoys volunteering in classrooms and helping children grow in confidence as readers. She is grateful to be part of Beautiful Mind Tutoring and loves celebrating students’ progress.
KATHY HANSEN
Kathy Hansen earned a Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education from the University of Utah and is a Certified Barton Reading & Spelling tutor. She taught for one year before becoming a stay-at-home mother to four children.
Kathy spent many years volunteering in classrooms and tutoring students in reading. She has always loved working with children and is passionate about helping every child become a strong, confident reader.
CATHY IPSEN
Cathy Ipsen earned her Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from the University of Utah and is a Certified Barton Reading & Spelling tutor. She taught first grade in the Murray School District before becoming a stay-at-home mother to five children.
During that time, Cathy worked as a part-time tutor for Sylvan Learning Center and provided private tutoring for elementary students. She believes every child deserves the opportunity to master reading and spelling and enjoys helping students feel proud of their progress.
AMY SACKETT
Amy Sackett has a Bachelor of Science in Communications and is a mother of four. She has experience as a substitute teacher in the Granite School District. She works with students across grades K–12 using the Barton Reading and Spelling system and brings warmth, patience, and understanding to each tutoring session.
Amy values strong communication with families and strives to create a supportive, encouraging learning environment. Her goal is to help students build confidence while developing essential reading skills.
TESSA REINEMER
Tessa Reinemer earned a Bachelor of Science in Communications with a minor in English from the University of Utah. She has extensive experience supporting education through preschool board service and PTA leadership roles.
Tessa is dedicated to creating positive, engaging learning environments that foster confidence and a love of learning. She enjoys helping students feel supported, encouraged, and excited about their academic growth.