Andrea Henderson
Olivia De Liberty
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Learning Center Faculty and Staff
Coordinator - Stephanie Segura
Born and raised in Southern California, Stephanie earned her bachelor's degree in English from California State University, San Bernardino, before pursuing an MFA in Creative Writing & Poetics at the University of Washington. With more than six years of experience working with students of all ages, ranging from teaching middle and high school Spanish to developing after-school programming for newcomer and refugee students in Kent, Washington.
Since relocating to the Bay Area, Stephanie has worked with community college students, helping first-generation students navigate and succeed in higher education. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time outdoors, reading, and crocheting.
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English Faculty & LC Lead Staff - Andrea Henderson
Andrea Henderson has been teaching English courses consistently at Merritt College since 2013. While she is a veteran, credentialed educator who has been teaching at various schools throughout the Bay Area region for over 15 years, her experience as an Adjunct English Professor began at Merritt College as an Intern in the Adjunct Internship Program during the 2010-11 academic year. Upon completing her MA Degree at San Francisco State University in English Literature in 2012, she returned to Merritt College, where she has been teaching regularly since 2013. When she is not in the classroom, Andrea enjoys reading and writing poetry and fiction, traveling, camping, hiking, practicing Yoga, and studying Eastern Philosophy / Mysticism.
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Computer Lab Coordinator - Walter Johnson
I served in the U.S Air Force from 1961–1964 on a line launch team. Upon discharge, I attended Howard University from 1965 -1969, earning a B.S. in Physics/Math. I worked at the Lawrence Berkeley Laboratory locating specific events as a result of bombardment of heavy water by high-speed particles. I then became a community organizer in West Oakland advocating for health care for low-income neighborhoods. I attended Colombia University and graduated from UC Berkeley in 1975 with an M.S. Health Sciences. Subsequently, I taught middle school in Richmond and Oakland Unified School Districts. Prior to coming to Merritt College, I served as a nuclear engineer at Mare Island Naval Shipyard, overhauling and repairing nuclear submarines. I am presently employed at Merritt as a computer assistant/instructional aid and have served as an adjunct professor in Biology.
Contact Information
Stephanie Segura
Learning Center Coordinator
ssegura@peralta.edu
Department Chair & Faculty
Mitra Mofidi
Building P-306
mitramofidi@peralta.edu
(510) 436-2592
cell: (510) 328-2315
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Fill out a Tutor Job Application Here
Learning Center Tutor Job Description
Position: The Merritt College Learning Center invites applications for Tutors across disciplines. Candidates with experience in these disciplines and other disciplines are encouraged to apply; this is an excellent opportunity to work with students across disciplines at all levels of competency.
The primary function of the tutor is to support students who are currently registered in the Peralta Community College District. Tutors should present a professional yet pleasant demeanor and continually work to reinforce knowledge of course content and tutorial methods. This includes a tutor training program. As needed, tutors assist with the overall operations of the Learning Center.
Tutor Responsibilities:
- Meet each student in person or virtually for 45-minute sessions in the Learning Center or other designated location with faculty supervision.
- All new tutors must enroll in Learning Resources 30 – Introduction to Tutoring.
- Stay informed about pedagogy by:
- attending monthly training in the Learning Center.
- attending discipline department meetings at least once per semester.
- attending conferences at ACTLA or 3CSN, funding permitted.
- attending other workshops provided by Merritt College and other organizations.
- Assigned hours will vary depending on the classroom assignments and designated Learning Center schedules.
- Arrive on time, sign in for your schedule, stay for your entire shift, and sign out.
- May be embedded in the classroom to support instruction.
Qualifications:
- Currently enrolled in Peralta District
- Meet employment criteria of Merritt College
- Completed or currently enrolled in LRNRE 30, Tutor Training
- Have a B grade or better in each course wishing to tutor
- Submit a copy of the most recent transcript (unofficial)
- Interview with Director and Coordinator of the Learning Center
- Must be creative and a self-starter
- Demonstrated ability to work with diverse academic, socio-economic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds
- A deep interest in helping others develop competence in a relevant subject
- Familiarity with the Learning Center mission statement (above)
Hours and Location: Tutoring hours are flexible (to be determined upon hiring, not to exceed 20 hours per week). If you are interested in working at the Learning Center, please contact Stephanie Segura (ssegura@peralta.edu)
Learning Strategies
LC Survey & Results
Workshops
Our Tutors
Hasani Brooks Smith-Lowe |
Amelia Wang |
Merricat Zimmerle |
Dana Rhodes |
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Samuel Bowles |
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Ryan Gratton |
Lisa Xie |
Jeanette Garcia Pereida |
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Jordan Smith |
Alison Koffler |
Tutoring
The tutoring program serves students by offering academic assistance across the curriculum. The Learning Center’s objective is to prepare and assist students in academic advancement and improved self-esteem. Free tutoring is offered individually or in a small group setting and is available on a drop-in basis or by appointment. (See tutor schedule)
Tutoring is available Monday-Thursday 9am-5pm and Friday 10am-3pm (online).
Online Tutoring
Learning Center Zoom Hub: Learning Center Tutoring Hub on Zoom
nettutor: (note – these are not Merritt tutors)
Students can access additional online tutoring with nettutor. Currently enrolled students can take advantage of this service in most subjects 24/7. For questions, contact Walter Johnson at wjohnson@peralta.edu or ask your instructor to enable nettutor in their Canvas shell.
Click on the image below to access the nettutor website
