The Peer Tutoring Program (CRLA Certified) is a free service out of the Office of Student Success at Wheelock College. Student who would like assistance with general study strategies or specific courses can drop-in at the Study Lounge (Library 205) for academic support.

Peer Tutors are available:

• Sundays 5:00pm-9:00 p.m.
• Mondays 2:00pm-10:00 p.m.
• Tuesdays 2:00pm-10:00 p.m.
• Wednesdays 2:00pm-10:00 p.m.
• Thursdays 2:00pm-8:00 p.m.

If you are interested in the Peer Tutors conducting a study group for an upcoming exam, please contact Julia Mears directly to make those arrangements.

For assistance with specific courses, click here to download the drop-in schedule.

The Peer Tutoring Program is CRLA certified (Level 1 and Level 2), and its tutors have earned this certification or are working toward it. Tutors who have earned CRLA Level 2 have attended 20+ hours of training workshops and have 50+ hours of tutoring experience. Tutors who have earned CRLA Level 1 have attended 10+ hours of training workshops and have 25+ hours of tutoring experience. They are trained by Julia Mears, and attend weekly staff meetings to ensure quality academic support to the Wheelock College student body.

Some CRLA training workshops topics: Role of the Tutor, Code of Ethics, Academic Integrity, Boundary Setting, Tutoring Techniques, How to Handle Difficult Sessions, Role Modeling, Professional Communication, Accountability, Cultural Awareness and Diversity, Study Skills and Learning Styles.

The Peer Tutors for the 2012-2013 Academic Year:

Emily Burdick
Class of 2014
CRLA Certified, Level 1 Tutor
Other Roles on Campus: Vice President of Honors Program, Member of Pi Gamma Mu, Admissions Ambassador

I am an Elementary Education and Human Development major with a focus in Child, Family, and Culture. I also work as an assistant teacher at a child care center in the infant rooms. I have wanted to be a second grade teacher since I was eight years old and really enjoy traveling. I really enjoy learning all about people and their beliefs and traditions.

Katie Dubowsky
Class of 2015
CRLA Certified, Level 1 Tutor
Other Roles on Campus: Sophserve Leader, Member of COF Dance Program

Hi! I'm Katie Dubowsky and I am a sophomore at Wheelock. I am originally from Terryville, Connecticut. I am a Psychology and Human Development Major with a focus in Developmental Psychology, along with a triple minor in Understanding Autism, Life Science, and Community Based Services. I am a member of the Sophserve community service club, and a member of the Colleges of the Fenway Dance Project. This is my first year of Peer Tutoring!

Brooke English
Class of 2013
CRLA Certified, Level 1 Tutor
Other Roles on Campus: Member of the BSU, House Manager for the Wheelock Family Theater, Member of the GSA

I'm a junior, and a member of the GSA and BSU. I work as a house manager at the Wheelock Family Theater. I'm majoring in Counseling Psychology and Philosophy. During the summer of my sophomore year, I participated in a study abroad program to Greece. 

Orbelina Erazo
Class of 2014
CRLA Certified, Level 2 Tutor
Other Roles on Campus: Writing Consultant

I'm majoring in American Studies and minoring in Communications & Counseling Psychology. I'm also been involved in the Rising Star Program, as an Orientation Leader, and a Krewe Leader in the New Orleans Service Learning Trip.

 

Jenna Fisher
Class of 2014
CRLA Certified, Level 2 Tutor
Other Roles on Campus: Secretary of WCLO, Pi Gamma Mu member

I am junior at Wheelock College. I am from a town that is just north of Philadelphia, PA. My major is Human Development with a focus in Developmental Psychology. I am also in the Child Life Dual Degree Program.  I am also the secretary of the Wheelock Child Life Organization, and am a general member in Pi Gamma Mu. This is my second year as a peer tutor.

 

 Ashley Howard
BS Human Development (Psychology), earned May 2012
MS Candidate, Class of 2014
CRLA Certified, Level 2 Tutor
Other Roles on Campus: Writing Consultant

I am currently a Master's student in the Child Life and Family Centered Care program. I graduated from Wheelock's undergrad Child Life program in May 2012, and have been working on campus for a few years! I also work at Dunkin Donuts as a trainer, so I make delicious coffee, donuts, and bagels! Outside of work and school, I like to go shopping, walk around Boston, and hang out with my friends.

 

 

Rebeckah ("Beckah") Hoyt
Class of 2015
CRLA Certified, Level 1 Tutor

Hi, I'm Beckah from Salem, Virginia. I was homeschooled my whole life, which allowed me to have incredible learning opportunities such as volunteering for the ASPCA (1000+ hours, fostering many, many kittens and puppies) and the Ronald McDonald House. However, homeschooling did not give me experience in classroom settings, something I struggle with even now, but I feel I can support students who have trouble engaging within the classroom. I have found it very helpful to talk with teachers because they help me understand the material and give me tips for learning in a group.

Emily Jestus
Class of 2015
CRLA ;Certified, Level 1 Tutor
Other Roles on Campus: Writing Center Consultant, Senior Staff of Catachresis literary magazine, Vice President of GSA, Public Relations Officer of Wheelock Honors Program

Hi everyone! I am an unconventional, auditory, enthusiastic learner. I love to help others and teach children, and I hope to work in some capacity with children with special needs someday. My life's passion lies in theater, music, and art, and I incorporate these into my life and work as much as possible. I love people and I look forward to getting to know the large Wheelock community!

Mary McNeil
Class of 2014
CRLA Certified, Level 2 Tutor
Other Roles on Campus: Black Student Union Co-Vice President, Summer Bridge Assistant, Writing Center Consultant

Hello! My name is Mary McNeil, and I'm a junior majoring in American Studies and History. I was born and raised in Louisville, Kentucky, but have since fallen in love with Boston! Activism, reading, drawing, writing, shopping, and laughing are some of my favorite things to do in life, along with discovering great new music.  My entire first year in college was a bit of struggle, but thanks to the advice, encouragement, and support of Wheelock faculty, staff, and upperclasswomen, I was able to develop the tools and relationships I needed to succeed. I love working with my peers and being a part of their success, so please stop by and see me!

Taraneh Nabavi
Class of 2014
CRLA Certified, Level 2 Tutor
Other Roles on Campus: Admissions Senior Intern

Hey there, I'm Taraneh! I'm originally from Shrewsbury, Massachusetts. I'm a junior here at Wheelock College and I can't imagine being at any other school! I myself have been on an IEP before and I understand the importance of seeking out help as a key component to success. I love to work with other students and get them excited about their future and achievement. Everyone has exceptional capabilities; it's just a matter of learning how to harness it.

Taraneh is studying abroad in London for the Spring 2013 semester!

Sarah Perlman
Class of 2014
CLRA Certified, Level 2 Tutor
Other Roles on Campus: Student Advisor

I am a Junior double majoring in Social Work and Counseling Psychology.  I have been dancing for the past 18 years, and continue to dance through the Colleges of the Fenway Program. I participate on campus as a student advisor. I also have a fraternal twin that is majoring in the same studies as me. I hope to work with teenagers as a child psychologist one day!

 

 

Aaron Swiniuch
Class of 2014
CRLA Certified, Level 1 Tutor
Other Roles on Campus: Orientation Coordinator, Treasurer of Xclusive Dance Team

I am currently a junior at Wheelock, studying Elementary Education and Performing Arts with a focus in Theater. I have been singing and acting almost all of my life, and I personally feel the most comfortable when I am performing onstage in front of an audience. On campus, I am the treasure of the X-Clusive Hip-Hop Dance Team and on Wheelock's New Student Orientation Committee. Looking towards the future, I want to pursue a career in Higher Education and be the coordinator of Student Activities and Orientation Programming at a college or university.

 

 

Chelsea Szalanski
Class of 2014
CRLA Certified, Level 2 Tutor
Other Roles On Campus: Bridge Program Assistant

Hi! My name is Chelsea and I am currently a junior here at Wheelock College double majoring in Juvenile Justice Youth Advocacy and Counseling Psychology. With a developing interest in youth advocacy, I've chosen to volunteer for local community programs and conduct external research on the psychosocial development of international adoptees. I also work as a waitress and do some part-time nannying. I love staying busy, meeting new people, trying new things, and living up to my all time favorite quote of, "Filling the cup of others in order to fill my own!"

Stefanie Tracey
Class of 2014
CRLA Certified, Level 2 Tutor
Other Roles on Campus: Bridge Assistant, Student Success Mentor for the Office of Academic Assistance, Work Study Student in the Office of Student Life

I'm currently in my junior year at Wheelock and couldn't be happier. I grew up in a small town in Connecticut, but Boston is definitely my home. Through my leadership roles on campus, I've gotten to know a lot of students and loved every minute of it—especially since I'm looking to go into Higher Education after I graduate. I love learning new things about myself and other people!

Anna VanDam
Class of 2014
CRLA Certified, Level 2 Tutor
Other Roles on Campus: Student Success Mentor, Bridge Program Assistant, MAT 120 Study Group Leader, Honors Program, Pi Gamma Mu

I am a Counseling Psychology major, with a certificate in Community-Based Human Services and a minor in Understanding Autism. I love working with children of all ages and am very excited for my upcoming practicum. I can usually be found with a coffee in my hand and an exorbitantly heavy backpack. Traveling, reading, and adventuring are some of my favorite things, and I love finding a new favorite place or activity.

Rebecca Zaretsky
Class of 2014
CRLA Certified, Level 1 Tutor
Other Roles on Campus: Co-Editor-in-Chief of Catachresis

I am a Humanities (Literature) and Visual Arts major; and a Communications and Art History minor. I love whales, especially Orcas! I love to help people. I am going to do a semester abroad in Florence, Italy this Spring 2013. Like I said, I love to help people, so come visit me in Peer Tutoring!

Interested in becoming a peer tutor?

See the 2013-2014 Job Description for Peer Tutors

Download a 2013-2014 Peer Tutor Application