The Bilgrav School Faculty
Heather Coryer – Dean of Academics & Curriculum
Heather Coryer joins The Bilgrav School as a faculty member with a B.S. in Human Ecology and Child Development from The Ohio State University and an M.S. in Teaching Early Childhood Education from The University of Charleston.
With more than 20 years of experience teaching and tutoring students from elementary through high school, Heather is passionate about helping students with dyslexia and other language-based learning differences become confident, successful learners. She is certified in the Orton-Gillingham approach and is experienced in TouchMath, Montessori education, and Lindamood-Bell methodologies, all of which utilize multisensory strategies to support diverse learners.
As Dean of Academics and Curriculum, Heather oversees curriculum and academic programming, supports student achievement, and provides leadership and mentorship to faculty. She also serves as a classroom instructor at The Bilgrav School.
Carla Huertas – Head of Operations & Director
Carla Huertas serves as Head of Operations and School Director at The Bilgrav School, where she leads with purpose and a deep commitment to the school’s mission of empowering students with dyslexia. She holds a Bachelor of Science from Florida Atlantic University and an Associate of Science in Diagnostic Medical Sonography from Cambridge Medical Institute & Technology.
Carla brings a diverse professional background and a passion for building meaningful connections within the school community. She is known for her thoughtful leadership, strong relationships with families and staff, and her dedication to creating a supportive and nurturing environment where students feel confident and understood.
Driven by the belief that every child deserves the opportunity to succeed, Carla is especially passionate about helping dyslexic learners reach their full potential. She takes pride in fostering a community where students are encouraged to grow academically, socially, and emotionally, and where each child’s strengths are recognized and celebrated.
Through her leadership, Carla continues to champion the mission of Bilgrav, helping students gain confidence, develop independence, and thrive both in and beyond the classroom.
Danielle Twist – Multisensory Math Teacher and Structured Literacy Dyslexia Specialist
Danielle Twist is The Bilgrav School’s Multisensory Math Teacher and Structured Literacy Dyslexia Specialist. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education from Franciscan University of Steubenville and brings over 18 years of classroom and leadership experience across elementary and middle school grades.
She received specialized Multisensory Math Level 1 and 2 training from Marilyn Zecher, M.A., CALT, founder of the Multisensory Math Approach. Danielle integrates these research-based strategies into her daily teaching, using hands-on activities, structured routines, and data-driven supports.
Danielle is Orton-Gillingham Level 2 Certified through the Institute for Multi-Sensory Education and a Certified Structured Literacy Dyslexia Specialist through the Center of Effective Reading Instruction.
Marcy Reed – Teacher/Tutor
Marcy Reed has a Master of Arts in English and is a certified Dyslexia Practitioner 1 through the International Multisensory Structured Language Educator Council (IMSLEC).
Marcy trained in dyslexia interventions to give other children the same advantage her dyslexic son received when he was tutored. She came to The Bilgrav School from Chicago, where she taught students ages 4–22, most recently in a private school for students with learning disabilities.
Julia Siegel – Afterschool Enrichment Coordinator
Julia graduated from The University of Florida with a Bachelor of Science in Advertising and a minor in Psychology in 2019. She also earned her Cambridge diploma and was in the top 10% of her class.
Julia has years of experience working with children as a camp counselor and dance teacher. Her duties include assisting during after-school activities, administrative support, and helping around the school as needed.
Hunter Patterson – Academic Consultant
Hunter brings more than 10 years of experience in dyslexic education. He was a founding teacher and board member at The Chandler School for dyslexic students in Greenville, SC, and a founding teacher, Co-Director, and current board member at The Bilgrav School.
Hunter serves as an Academic Consultant for faculty, tutors, and staff. He provides support in dyslexic teaching methodology, curriculum, classroom management, and teacher development.
