Together with parents, we use reading to unlock a world of opportunities.
We build readers, we build leaders.
From Phoenix to every classroom and kitchen table we touch, TRA links Science-of-Reading, trained mentors, and an adaptive AI Tutor so every child gets what they need—at school, after school, and at home.
TRA's Story
The Reading Alliance (TRA) started in Phoenix, Arizona, with a simple promise: no child should wait to read. We saw classrooms doing the most with the least, families juggling work and homework, and young adults ready to help—but without a clear pathway into schools.
So we built a coherent stack you can run tomorrow:
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ABCs to Reading (Cornerstone & Capstone) grounded in the Science of Reading,
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SMILE mentorship that grows Literacy Instructional Assistants (LIAs),
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Reading Rangers programs (after-school, summer, online tutoring), and
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Pathways to recruit, train, and place talent—supported by Learn with Mosi™ is the official AI Tutor experience of The Reading Alliance (TRA) to keep practice moving daily.
Founder & CEO: Navarro Whitaker
The Mission
Make early reading real, reachable, and routine—for every child and every community we serve.
Our Programs: Quick View
We used the ABCs to Reading routines after dinner—short, consistent, and real-life. My son went from guessing at words to sounding them out with confidence, and now he brings books to the table on his own. The materials were clear, the coaching tips were kind, and the practice actually stuck. Using our ESA made it simple to get started, and we felt supported the whole way.
Liz J., Homeschool parent, Phoenix, AZ
Who We Serve
Leaders & Operator
Educators and builders led by Navarro Whitaker, focused on results and everyday dignity for students, families, and staff.
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Mentors & LIAs
Young adults trained in Science-of-Reading routines, classroom culture, and safety. Learn more...
Coaches & Specialists
Implementation pros who make fidelity feel doable—tight, supportive, sustainable. Learn more...
Careers:
Come build with us—LIAs, site leads, tutors, coaches, ops, and data roles.
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Culture & Commitments
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Evidence with empathy. Data matters because kids matter.
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Representation is power. Students deserve to see themselves in their teachers, texts, and wins.
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Doable beats perfect. We design for what teachers can run tomorrow.
Ready to Work Together?
Whether you’re staffing a campus, lifting a grade band, or supporting learning at home, TRA brings the people, the plan, and the practice to make reading real, reachable, and routine.