Tutors / Other Resources

  • Academic Learning Solutions ~ offers parent consultations, assessments for students who are struggling, quick screenings to help parents know whether or not their child is performing at appropriate grade level, and lots more.  Sole proprietor Susan Farmer also assists new home schoolers in determining an appropriate level to start their child who is being removed from public or private school.  Although Susan tutors students, her passion is to help parents become equipped to help their own struggling children.  She provides Privately Developed Plans (PDP's) for students with learning disabilities and other special needs.  Phone 503-585-9407.
  • A Plan in Place ~ Started by two Salem homeschool moms, A Plan in Place sells customized homeschool planners, both for students and for moms.   Find us at www.aplaninplace.net or www.facebook.com/aplaninplace
  • Azumano International ~ To provide international students (from Japan) with a welcoming American “family” and educational experience.   Contact Seana McKiernan at skmckiernan@hotmail.com or 503-363-3279.
  • Chemeketa Scholars Program ~ Chemeketa Community College offers a full tuition scholarship for up to two years to any graduating high school student who meets certain minimum requirements.  See the website for more information.
  • Child Evangelism Fellowship (CEF) ~ To reach every child with the Gospel; to have a Good News club in every elementary school; to evangelize, disciple and establish the child in a Bible-believing church.  Contact Betty Franz at 503-364-6499 or CEFCapital1@aol.com.
  • Cultural Gateways ~ To provide Christ-centered host homes for 15-16 year-old female students from Japan to stay in while on homestay.  Contact Nicole Arritola at ArritolaCrew@comcast.net or 503-304-2918.
  • Cultural Homestays International ~ Bringing together exchange students from around the world with host families to promote goodwill and build bridges of friendship and trust. Contact Etta Courser at RECourser@comcast.net or 503-551-2431.
  • Homeschool to College ~ A resource for college-bound homeschoolers, created by Brad & Marcy Riegg from Salem!  Members learn how to use their homeschooling experience to gain entrance into the college of their  choice, and then impact their campus for Christ for eternal treasures.  Contact Marcy at bradriegg@gmail.com.
  • Jeanni Giglio ~ I am an experienced "retired" homeschool mom who would love to use her 16 years of home schooling and 13 years co-op teaching to help support your homeschool. I have been working as a private tutor the past 2 years: all ages and all core subjects. References available. Reasonable rates. Summer is going by quickly; a new school year is approaching; let me help you make it a great one. Contact me, Jeanni Giglio, at 503-409-6807 or jeannigiglio7@gmail.com
  • Legacy Guardian ~ A great local homeschool resource with a calendar of events, organized field trips, workshops, social events, and clubs, all for homeschooling families in the Salem area.
  • Miss Grossen's Home School Partnership for Academic Excellence  A local former homeschooler and public school teacher, Joelle Grossen provides academic support for grades K-8, including tutoring, classes, planning, and assessments. 
  • Positive Learning Solutions ~ To help families by removing barriers to learning by perceptual & educational testing and interventions/therapy/personalized tutoring.  Marcia is a statewide Irlen Diagnostician who tests to diagnose & help Irlen Syndrome, a light sensitivity that affects both struggling and good readers, & those who may suffer with headaches/migraines, attention problems, or various medical diagnoses, age 5-adult. Intervention is with colored overlays and/or Irlen Spectral Filters worn as glasses or contact lenses. Structure of Intellect (SOI) testing & follow-up plan strengthens each person in their unique learning style, with brain-building, vision, auditory, and sensory integration exercises, for at-home and/or at her center. Contact Marcia Davis at 503-391-6928 or www.positivelearningsolutions.com.
  • Remnant Family Ministries ~ We exist to build up the family in the spirit of Malachi 4. Our purpose is to equip families to obey Jesus, serve in ministry and practice the principles of a godly home.  Contact Josh Adams at JSRCAdams@hotmail.com or 503-559-5591.
  • SACHSN Homeschool Library at Corban University ~ Corban houses SACHSN's wonderful collection of homeschooling resources ~ curriculum, family-friendly literature, educational videos, and much more.  Library cards are available for a small yearly fee.  Don't miss the Prewitt/Allen Archeological Museum on the 2nd floor of the library while you're there!
  • Tutoring & Diagnostic Assessments ~ Julie Williams is an Oregon certified Teacher who offers tutoring in math, reading, English, writing, and/or handwriting. She offers assessments and professional analysis, as well as tutoring sessions at the Salem Public Library for grades K-8 during the school year and summer months, too. Contact Julie through her website at: www.tutoringfork-8.webs.com
  • Writing Tutor  As a nationally-certified writing tutor and published freelance writer, I would like to offer my experience to guide middle school, high school, and community college students. Writing to high standards is hard work; let me help make it meaningful and authentic. Available during the school year and summers. Please contact Cindy Ulshafer at c_ulshafer@yahoo.com.
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