Jennifer Orr
Eyewords Inc.
Jennifer Orr is an award-winning educator with over 27 years of exemplary service in the field of education. With a distinguished career as a classroom teacher, special education and ELL specialist, and system leader, she has consistently demonstrated her commitment to nurturing academic excellence and inclusivity. Her expertise in early childhood education (grades K-3) has been instrumental in developing and implementing innovative, evidence-based strategies that support diverse learners.
Throughout her career, Jennifer has been a leader in advancing inclusive education. She has dedicated herself to designing and promoting effective instructional practices that address the unique needs of multilingual students, ensuring they receive the support necessary to thrive academically. Her influential work and research in the field of multisensory phonics has shaped policies and practices that benefit all learners.
As a passionate researcher and international speaker, Jennifer is the founder of Eyewords—an initiative committed to creating multisensory phonemic literacy materials specifically tailored for English Language Learners. Eyewords supports foundational literacy by providing cutting-edge resources that empower educators to build strong foundational reading skills fostering academic success in diverse classroom settings.
