Tutoring Center

The Career Placement and Tutoring Center embodies the mission of Galveston College by supporting accessible learning opportunities, providing an inclusive and welcoming environment, and supplying quality tutoring, workshops, and consultation. We support student learning and academic success, as well as delivering career readiness skills and job opportunities that empower students during and after graduation.

Tutoring Resources

  • One-on-One and small group appointments in Mary Moody Northen Hall- Room N-119
  • Online with Peardeck Tutor- Access PearDeck in your Canvas Now! See Instructions below!

  • Come in person to N-119. 
  • Call us at 409-944-1399 to schedule over the phone.
  • Email Us Here
  • Students; please remember to bring your GC student ID with a current semester sticker to show you are currently enrolled. 

  •  English 
  • Calculus 1 
  • Physics 1
  • Chemistry 1 & 2
  • Developmental Math
  • Pre and College Algebra
  • History
  • Government
  • Speech
  • Biology
  • Psychology

ALL subjects not offered in person are available through TUTORME, our FREE virtual online tuturing platform, available to all GC students through Canvas.

Can't make it to in person tutoring? Get connected with an expert tutor in Pear Deck Tutor’s Lesson Space in Canvas! Follow These Steps:

  • Log in to Canvas​
  • Find the Pear Deck logo (in the left side navigation bar)
  •  Click “Connect with a Live Tutor”​
  • Type and select the subject you need help with​
  • Write or copy/paste a short description of the assignment or problem you’re trying to solve​
  • Click submit and you will be connected to a live tutor in less than 60 seconds!

ALL GC courses are offered through Pear Deck Tutor, excluding advanced Radiology.

 

Find Your Tutor

Barbara

Barbara Willis

Barbara Willis graduated from Eastern New Mexico University with a BS in K-12 Math Education, specializing in remediation education and methods to help people who struggle with math. Rather than earning a Master’s degree, she chose to take multiple classes and workshops to learn new ways to help students who struggle with basic math and algebra concepts, as well as other learning disabilities from Texas Tech, Eastern, Emporia State Teachers College, Lubbock Christian College, and various Community colleges in the Panhandle.

After teaching in public schools for 32 years, she retired from full time teaching. Barbara has been an adjunct math professor at Midland College, College of the Mainland, and Galveston College. Her area of expertise is in basic math and algebra, helping students who need a bit of “review” or patient encouragement. Her life goal has always been to be a supportive, positive teacher helping people as they succeed.

Earline

Earline Dunn

Earline loves education and teaching students the how and why of learning to become successful as they take on new challenges.  She graduated from Sam Houston University in Huntsville, Texas, double majoring in English and Fine Art. She was a teacher at Sterling High school, HISD for 22 years. She then taught at Weis Middle School after moving from Houston.  After retiring, Earline joined the Tutoring Center at Galveston College as an English Tutor starting in 2016. She has experience teaching for private tutoring companies and spent time teaching job skills to people with disabilities. Ultimately, she enjoys doing what she loves, tutoring Galveston College’s finest and is looking forward to 2021.

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Eli Bivens

 

Eli Bivens has tutored and taught all age groups in various disciplines, including Botany, German, English, Algebra, and Ballet. Eli is a lifelong student and is passionate about equitable access to education. At Galveston College, Eli tutors in English, Writing, Formatting, APA, MLA, and Biology. Eli is also available to assist you with studying skills and organization, as well as provide moral support or body doubling while you brainstorm or study independently. Eli is a patient tutor and believes that a curious mind and a strong will can take you as far as you want to go.

An alumnus of Sam Houston State University, Eli graduated with honors, earning a degree in English with a minor in German Studies and a concentration in Biology. After graduation, Eli moved to Germany on a Fulbright grant, where they spent 10 months working as a tutor to vocational high school students studying for their A-levels. Since returning to the United States, Eli has worked as a Carpenter Apprentice, Copywriter, Graphic Designer, Mosaic Artist and Preschool Teacher. Eli intends to pursue their master's and Ph.D. in German Studies and Applied Linguistics, with the hope that their research will help narrow the gap between disabled communities and accessible opportunity in the field of foreign languages.

 

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Jesus Fernandez 

Jesus Fernandez has helped other students in math at various colleges he’s attended. At Galveston College, Jesus tutors Pre-Calculus, Calculus 1 and Linear Algebra. Jesus is very considerate and patient when it comes to students and believes that every student can fundamentally learn any subject with the help of a tutor. Jesus recently took a break from pursuing his education to take care of his family, but he reviewed his notes, self-studied and kept his mind ready for when he would return to school. His life experiences have helped him earn and refine his skills, giving him a unique perspective that makes him an exceptional tutor. He continues to pursue his bachelor's degree in Computer Science while helping students and encouraging them to never give up.  

Joe

Joe Willis

English/Writing Tutor

Mr. Willis has been a tutor at the Student Success Center for the last three years in the areas of: English, History, Government, and Speech. He has a Bachelor’s degree in Speech and English from Eastern New Mexico University in Portales, NM (May 1977). He has a Master’s degree in Speech Communication from Texas Tech University in Lubbock, Texas (August 1978). Mr. Willis has a number of articles and short stories that has been published in numerous publications. He has more than forty years of experience teaching students and enjoys sharing time with them.

Sean

Sean Beckwith-Ritter

Sean Beckwith-Ritter is a passionate academic that is enthused with helping others. He is a Galveston College alum: graduating with an Associate of Science in Mathematics and another Associate of Science in Psychology. Currently, he is finishing his BS in Clinical Psychology at LSU of Alexandria. At Galveston College, Sean tutors math disciples (from developmental math to Calculus), Chemistry, Physics, and the arts/humanities. He loves helping others grasp difficult or abstract concepts and enjoys sharing his love for academics. Sean is looking forward to helping and inspiring the students of Galveston College this 2021-2022 school year!

 

Questions? Contact Us.

Career Placement and Tutoring Coordinator
gctutoring@gc.edu
409-944-1399
409-944-1500

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