The Tutoring and Study Skills Center offers drop-in tutoring for chemistry, math, reading, writing and other subjects. Tutoring for math courses through MTH111 and writing courses through WR121 are typically available whenever we are open. Stop by or call 503.399.5190 for additional schedule information.

Our tutors are internationally certified by the College Reading and Learning Association. They are trained in tutorial strategies to help you succeed. No appointment is necessary, but you should come prepared to study and learn. We encourage and welcome students at all skill levels.

The Math Hub is another resource staffed by faculty and skilled instructional assistants whose primary focus is to help you with individualized study sections of MTH020 through MTH095.  See the Mathematics page for more details about the Math Hub and the additional services they offer.

Language Tutoring

The Salem Campus Tutoring and Study Skills Center offers free, appointment-based language tutoring for –

• Spanish
• French
• Russian
• Chinese
• American Sign Language (ASL)

Visit the Tutoring and Study Skills Center to see the schedules and make an appointment.  If you have any questions, feel free to contact us at 503.399.5190.

Writing Tutoring

The Salem Campus Tutoring and Study Skills Center offers free, appointment-based writing tutoring on Fridays. Visit or call us at 503.399.5190 to find out more or make an appointment.  

Another appointment-based writing resource is the Writing Center. Visit the Writing Center to find out more.  

Online tutoring is free to all Chemeketa students through eTutoring.org.  

Subjects Offered

• Accounting
• American Sign Language
• Economics
• Math and statistics
• Microsoft Office
• Psychology
• Science: Chemistry, physics, biology and anatomy and physiology
• Spanish
• Writing

Register for Online Tutoring

• Log in to My Chemeketa and to add/drop classes
• Register for online tutoring using this term’s CRN
  • Fall term 2019: CRN 35768
  • You must register for eTutoring each term
• You will be sent your username and password in your My Chemeketa email account
  • You may have to wait until the next business day after registering to access eTutoring

See the schedule for online tutoring to find a time that meets your needs.  

If you have any questions or need assistance registering and accessing online tutoring, feel free to stop by the Tutoring and Study Skills Center. 

Another online writing resource is Chemeketa's Online Writing Center. Visit the Writing Center to find out more.  

Study skills workshops focus on developing strategies and habits essential to academic success. Writing workshops emphasize foundational writing skills for effective writing in any discipline.

All workshops are held in the Tutoring & Study Skills Center (Salem Bldg. 2, Rm. 212A). They are free and do not require advance registration. All Chemeketa students are welcome.

Study Skills Workshops

Managing Time
Tuesday, October 1st
1:15 pm-2 pm
Wednesday, October 23rd
1:15 pm-2 pm

Note-taking
Wednesday, October 2nd
1:15 pm-2 pm
Tuesday, October 29th
1:15 pm-2 pm

Using Memory Strategies
Tuesday, October 8
1:15 pm-2 pm
Wednesday, October 30th
1:15 pm-2 pm

Avoiding Procrastination
Wednesday, October 9th
1:15 pm-2 pm
Tuesday, November 5th
1:15 pm-2 pm

Maintaining Motivation
Tuesday, October 15
1:15 pm-2 pm
Wednesday, November 6th
1:15 pm-2 pm

Developing a Growth Mindset
Wednesday, October 16th
1:15 pm-2 pm
Tuesday, November 12th
1:15 pm-2 pm

Math Anxiety
Thursday, October 17th
2:30 pm-3:15 pm
Wednesday, November 20th
2:30 pm-3:15 pm

Test-taking Strategies
Tuesday, October 22nd
1:15 pm-2 pm
Wednesday, November 13th
1:15 pm-2 pm

Writing Workshops

The Blank Page
Monday, October 14th
11:30 am-12:20 pm
Tuesday, October 15th
10 am-10:50 am

Sentence Skills
Monday, October 21
11:30 am-12:20 pm
Tuesday, October 22nd
10 am-10:50 am

MLA Documentation
Monday, November 4th
11:30 am-12:20 pm
Tuesday, November 5th
10 am-10:50 am

APA Documentation
Monday, November 18th
11:30 am-12:20 pm
Tuesday, November 19th
10 am-10:50 am

Revise, Edit, and Proofread
Monday, November 25th
11:30 am-12:20 pm
Tuesday, November 26th
10 am-10:50 am

Study Skills

The consultant meets by appointment with students to work on developing the skills and behaviors that are essential to academic success.

Karie Beavert
Bldg. 1, Rm. 242
503.399.6987
Email

Writing

The consultant meets by appointment with students enrolled in developmental writing classes (WR080, WR088, WR089, WR090) to provide assistance with strengthening foundational writing skills.

Alissa Hattman
Bldg. 37, Rm. 120
503.584.7118
Email

Visit us in Bldg. 2, Rms. 210 & 212 or call 503.399.5162 for more information.

If you enjoy working with people, sharing your knowledge and can empathize with students, consider being a tutor. 

Minimum Requirements

• A grade of an “A” or “B” in subjects you are applying to tutor
• A minimum 3.0 GPA
• A recommendation from an instructor 
• Paid student employees must be enrolled in at least six credit hours at Chemeketa

If you are interested in this position, please stop by the Tutoring and Study Skills Center for more information and to apply.

The Tutoring and Study Skills Center welcomes friendly, reliable people to apply to work in clerical positions. As a clerical employee, you’d work at the front desk and be the first point of contact for students seeking tutoring and study skills services.

Minimum Requirements

• Paid student employees must be enrolled in at least six credit hours at Chemeketa
• Customer service experience preferred

If you are interested in this position, please stop by the Tutoring and Study Skills Center for more information and to apply.

The Tutoring and Study Skills Center is always looking for enthusiastic and knowledgeable volunteer tutors.  

Minimum Requirements

• Strong academic skills in the subject you want to tutor, as demonstrated through coursework or formal training
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Commitment to volunteering at least two full terms is preferred

If you are interested in this position, please stop by the Tutoring and Study Skills Center, call 503.399.5190 or email us for more information.