Hudson Valley Region Academic Coaching Study Skills That Help Students Learn Smarter, Not Harder
Is your child bright but struggling to keep up in school? Maybe they’re doing okay—but you know they could do better with the right tools. That’s where academic coaching comes in.
At The Savvy Tutor, Alex Yoken help students build strong study skills and better habits so they can feel more confident, motivated, and prepared in school. Whether your student needs help organizing their workload or learning how to study effectively, I’ll teach them the skills most schools don’t: how to learn.
TUTORING
What Is Academic Coaching?
Academic coaching is more than just tutoring. Instead of focusing on one subject, Alex Yukon work with students on the bigger picture: managing time, understanding assignments, preparing for tests, and staying on track week after week.
It’s perfect for students who are capable—but just need structure, strategy, and encouragement to reach their potential.
Common Signs a Student Needs Support:
Often forgets to turn in work (even after finishing it)
Gets overwhelmed by long-term assignments
Struggles to study effectively for tests
Doesn’t know how to manage their time
Grades don’t reflect their true ability
Lacks motivation or gets discouraged easily
Spends too much time on schoolwork without results
What I Help Students With:
Every coaching session is one-on-one and fully personalized to your student’s needs and learning style.
✔ Creating realistic weekly study schedules
✔ Learning how to break down big assignments
✔ Preparing for quizzes, tests, and exams
✔ Staying focused and avoiding procrastination
✔ Note-taking and reading comprehension strategies
✔ Study techniques for different types of learners
✔ Grade tracking and academic goal setting
✔ Improving confidence and school mindset
Some students work with me during tough semesters. Others stay long-term for ongoing support. Either way, coaching is flexible and built to meet your goals.
Who This Coaching Is For:
This service is ideal for:
Middle and high school students who need help staying organized
Students transitioning to more advanced coursework
Students who are falling behind or plateauing
Learners who need help building stronger study habits
Motivated students who want to improve their performance
Why Work With The Savvy Tutor?
Alex Yoken, spent years helping students develop smart academic habits that carry them through school and beyond. This isn’t just about getting through homework—it’s about building the skills to learn with confidence and independence.
She don’t do “one-size-fits-all.” She meet students where they are and help them take the next step forward—one skill, one assignment, one win at a time.
While her education and work experience make her quite the candidate, she’s specifically an executive functioning coach in Hudson Valley Region who’s accessible to those in a vast number of areas and can work with individuals in various age brackets.
If that wasn’t enough, what truly makes her glisten is her dedication to those having difficulties with time management and other essential life skills. She takes the time to get to know you or your kid well, including strengths and weaknesses. Once she creates a customized plan, she works diligently using different methods and altering the approach, as needed, to optimize the outcome.
With Alex’s passion for learning and aiding students, she’s glad to come along for the ride and guide you or your child on the journey.
The Savvy Tutor also believes in providing a nurturing environment free of any judgment or pressure because that’s when people blossom the most.
Ready to feel grounded and set out on a course where you’re equipped to succeed? Want to facilitate your child’s learning and ability to develop essential life skills for long-term success?
Contact The Savvy Tutor today at (914) 523-8024 to schedule your first executive coaching session!
Areas We Tutor Across The Hudson Valley Region
Westchester County
Putnam County
Towns, Villages & Hamlets