Meet the Coaches

Jordan Easley

Education: B.A. in English from UTSA

Availability:
* In-Person Hours @ San Gabriel Campus: T: 8AM-5PM

*In-Person Hours @ Cypress Creek Campus: W/TH: 8AM-5PM

* Virtual Hours: M-F 8AM-5PM

My coaching philosophy is: I believe in a personalized approach. Each student is entitled to all the time and attention they need to reach their specific goals and tackle their objectives.
For fun I like to: I like going to the gym, watching cooking competition shows, and I almost always have music going.
My Favorite place to eat in Austin is: 54th Street
Email: [email protected]
Schedule: Book an appointment with Jordan

Education: BA in International Relations from St. Edwards University, MS in Social Work from the University of Texas at Austin
Availability:

*In-Person Hours @ Hays Campus Thur: 8:30AM-5PM

*In-Person Hours @ Riverside Campus Tues: 8:30AM-5PM

*In-Person Hours @ South Austin Campus: W: 8AM-5PM

*Virtual Hours: M: 8AM-5PM, T/TH: 8:30AM-5PM, W: 8AM-5PM, F: 8AM-3:30PM

My coaching philosophy: “I’m the navigator, you’re the pilot!
For fun I like to:  Spend time with my daughters Madison and Emerson
My favorite Austin restaurant is:  Italia Cucina
Email: [email protected]
Schedule: Book an Appointment with Ramon

Education: B.A. in Psychology from St. Edward’s University, M.S. in Social Work from Texas State University.

Availability:
* In-Person Hours @ Highland Campus: Mon: 12PM-8PM, Wed: 8AM-5:30PM, Fri: 8AM-1PM

* Virtual Hours: Mon: 12PM-8PM, Tues: 9AM-8PM, Wed: 8AM-5:30PM, Thur: 9AM-5:30PM, Fri: 8AM-1PM

My coaching philosophy:  Everyone is capable of success! As an Academic Coach, I will do my best to encourage and empower you to achieve your goals. I hope to do this by taking a personalized approach to working with you and your strengths and by sharing any information that could be of service to you. We will work together in all that we do.

For fun I like to:  Sing and dance, go to concerts, travel, and spend time with friends, family and my dog, Louie. 
My favorite Austin restaurant is:  Lucky Robot Japanese Kitchen

Email: [email protected]
Schedule: Book an Appointment with Zoe

Education: B.A.A.S. in Applied Arts and Sciences with an emphasis in Business from Texas State University. M.Ed in Educational Technology and Learning, from Western Governors University

Availability:
* In-Person Hours @ Highland Campus: Sat: 8AM-12PM

* In-Person Hours @ Round Rock Campus: Tues: 4PM-8PM, Wed: 2PM-8PM

* In-Person Hours @ San Gabriel Campus: Thur: 8AM-1PM

* Virtual Hours: Tues: 4PM-8PM, Wed: 2PM-8PM, Thur: 8AM-1PM, Sat: 8AM-12PM

My coaching philosophy: ‘I was sitting in the chair you are literally sitting in right now and I just whispered, ‘Why not me?’ – Mindy Kaling 

As an Academic Coach, I want every single student to know that academically, there is nothing in this world they cannot accomplish. You are smart, you are capable, and you are strong- I want to help you meet and surpass all of your goals.

For fun I like to: travel to new countries, learn about new cultures, and make new recipes

My favorite Austin restaurant is: Asia Cafe

Email: yennida.chea@austincc.edu
Schedule: Book an Appointment with Yen

Mario Hernandez

Education: B.A. in Mass Communications – Broadcast Journalism from Texas State University, MBA from Texas State University, and Music Business Foundations Certification from For the Students/Huston-Tillotson University

Availability:
* In-Person Hours @ Highland Campus: Tues: 9:00AM-4:30PM, Fri 9:00AM-2:30PM

In-Person Hours @ Riverside Campus: Thur: 9:00AM-4:30PM

* Virtual Hours: Tues/Thur 9:00AM-4:30PM, Fri 9:00AM-2:30PM

My coaching philosophy: I understand we all may be in the same room together, but we each had a unique path to get here. I keep that in mind and always try to listen to each person’s perspective before offering my thoughts. I believe every person can succeed with the right resources and support, and that’s what I’m here to provide!

For fun I like to: Travel with my wife and daughter; Come up with ridiculous nicknames for my dog, Jane; Try every type of food at least once; Long-distance running (with and without my dog); Obsess over music discovery, go to concerts, and collect vinyl.

My favorite Austin restaurant is: On June 4th, 2022, I had the most incredible meal I’ve ever eaten in my entire life prepared by Chef Kwame Onwuachi and Chef Tavel Bristo-Joseph at Canje. That meal, and every meal I’ve had at Canje since that day, have been absolutely amazing, and that’s why Canje will always be my favorite restaurant.

Email: [email protected]
Schedule: Book an Appointment with Mario

Nancy Johnson

Education: BA Creighton University, MA Ed Concordia University – St. Paul

Availability:
* In-Person Hours @ Highland Campus: Tues/Wed/Thur: 8:30AM-3:30PM

* Virtual Hours: Mon-Fri: 8:30AM-3:30PM

My coaching philosophy: Helping students identify and use their strengths, tackle challenges, and develop their skills to achieve their goals.

For fun I like to: Spend time outdoors, gather with family and friends, explore new places, and try new foods.

My favorite Austin restaurant is: Flower Child, Yard House, Culinary Dropout

Email: [email protected]
Schedule: Book an Appointment with Nancy

Education: B.A. in Government, Teacher Certification, and M.S. in Social Work with a concentration in Administration and Policy Practice all from the University of Texas at Austin

Availability:
* In-Person Hours @ Highland Campus: Mon/Tues/Thur: 8AM-5PM

* Virtual Hours: M-F: 8AM-5PM,

My coaching philosophy:  Is to meet students where they are and help students to recognize their strengths and capabilities. Academic coaching is a way to collaborate with students and support them to reach their goals!

For fun I like to: To travel, go hiking/camping, and knitting!

My favorite Austin restaurant is: Curra’s Grill – Mexican Restaurant

Email: [email protected]

Schedule: Book an appointment with Anna

Education: BA in Bilingual Education from The University of Texas at Austin
Availability:
* In-Person Hours @ Rio Grande Campus: Mon/Tues: 8AM-5PM

* In-Person Hours @ South Austin Campus: Friday: 8AM-3PM

* Virtual Hours: M/T: 8AM-5PM, W/TH: 8:30AM-6PM, F: 8AM-3PM

My Coaching Philosophy: “I’ll provide the tools, you work towards the content but together we will create the product.”

For fun I like to: Listen to music, hangout, and try new things
My favorite Austin restaurant is: I truly don’t have a favorite but for the sake of choosing; Komé
Email: [email protected]
Schedule: Book an Appointment with Celeste

Education: BA in International Relations from St. Edwards University, MS in Social Work from the University of Texas at Austin
Availability:

*In-Person Hours @ Riverside Campus Tues: 8:30AM-5PM

*In-Person Hours @ Hays Campus Thur: 8:30AM-5PM

*In-Person Hours @ South Austin Campus: W: 8AM-5PM

*Virtual Hours: M: 8AM-5PM, T/TH: 8:30AM-5PM, W: 8AM-5PM, F: 8AM-3:30PM

My coaching philosophy: “I’m the navigator, you’re the pilot!
For fun I like to:  Spend time with my daughters Madison and Emerson
My favorite Austin restaurant is:  Italia Cucina
Email: [email protected]
Schedule: Book an Appointment with Ramon

Education: B.A. in Mass Communications – Broadcast Journalism from Texas State University, MBA from Texas State University, and Music Business Foundations Certification from For the Students/Huston-Tillotson University

Availability:
*In-Person Hours @ Riverside Campus: Thur: 9:00AM-4:30PM

* In-Person Hours @ Highland Campus: Tues: 9:00AM-4:30PM, Fri 9:00AM-2:30PM

* Virtual Hours: Tues/Thur 9:00AM-4:30PM, Fri 9:00AM-2:30PM

My coaching philosophy: I understand we all may be in the same room together, but we each had a unique path to get here. I keep that in mind and always try to listen to each person’s perspective before offering my thoughts. I believe every person can succeed with the right resources and support, and that’s what I’m here to provide!

For fun I like to: Travel with my wife and daughter; Come up with ridiculous nicknames for my dog, Jane; Try every type of food at least once; Long-distance running (with and without my dog); Obsess over music discovery, go to concerts, and collect vinyl.

My favorite Austin restaurant is: On June 4th, 2022, I had the most incredible meal I’ve ever eaten in my entire life prepared by Chef Kwame Onwuachi and Chef Tavel Bristo-Joseph at Canje. That meal, and every meal I’ve had at Canje since that day, have been absolutely amazing, and that’s why Canje will always be my favorite restaurant.

Email: [email protected]
Schedule: Book an Appointment with Mario

Education: BA in Liberal Arts, MS in Counseling & Guidance, Ed.D in Leadership in Higher Education, all from California Lutheran University
Availability:
M/W/TH: 8:30AM- 5:30PM
T/F: 8AM- 5PM
For fun I like to: I like to spend time with my family, go camping, go to concerts, and attend any sports-related events!
My favorite Austin restaurant is: Moonshine Grill
Email: [email protected]

Education: BS in Advertising, from The University of Texas at Austin
Availability:
M-F: 8AM- 4:30PM

For fun I like to: Spend time with my family and attend UT football and basketball games!

My favorite Austin restaurant is:  Maggiano’s
Email: [email protected]

Education: M.Ed. in Counseling from the University of Houston

Availability:
* In-Person Hours @ Round Rock Campus: Tues: 8AM-5PM, Wed: 8AM-6PM, Thur: 8AM-6PM

* Virtual Hours: Mon/Tues: 8AM-5PM, Wed/Thur: 8AM-6PM, Fri: 8AM-2PM

My coaching philosophy is: Work with students to define their academic goals; identify their strengths and areas of growth; develop a plan and find the right resources that will assist them on the path to meeting those goals.
For fun I like to: Watch any sporting event, especially the Longhorns, spend time with my friends and family, try new foods, swim, and read.
My Favorite place to eat in Austin is: Tyson’s Tacos.
Email: [email protected]
Schedule: Book an Appointment with Kellie

Education: B.A.A.S. in Applied Arts and Sciences with an emphasis in Business from Texas State University. M.Ed in Educational Technology and Learning, from Western Governors University

Availability:
* In-Person Hours @ Round Rock Campus: Tues: 4PM-8PM, Wed: 2PM-8PM

* In-Person Hours @ Highland Campus: Sat: 8AM-12PM

* In-Person Hours @ San Gabriel Campus: Thur: 8AM-1PM

* Virtual Hours: Tues: 4PM-8PM, Wed: 2PM-8PM, Thur: 8AM-1PM, Sat: 8AM-12PM

My coaching philosophy: ‘I was sitting in the chair you are literally sitting in right now and I just whispered, ‘Why not me?’ – Mindy Kaling 

As an Academic Coach, I want every single student to know that academically, there is nothing in this world they cannot accomplish. You are smart, you are capable, and you are strong- I want to help you meet and surpass all of your goals.

For fun I like to: travel to new countries, learn about new cultures, and make new recipes

My favorite Austin restaurant is: Asia Cafe

Email: yennida.chea@austincc.edu
Schedule: Book an Appointment with Yen

Education: B.A. in Communications, Minor in Spanish from DePaul University. M.S. in Sports, Fitness, and Recreation Leadership from DePaul University

Availability:
* In-Person Hours @ Round Rock Campus: Mon: 8AM-5PM, Tues: 9AM-6PM

*In-Person Hours @ San Gabriel Campus: Wed: 8AM-5PM

* Virtual Hours: Mon/Wed/Thur/Fri: 8AM-5PM, Tues: 9AM-6PM

My coaching philosophy:  “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance you must keep moving.” -Albert Einstein. As an Academic Coach, my goal is to help you reach yours, and find balance to move forward towards it.

For fun I like to: Coach some soccer, cook for family and friends, DJ recreationally, and learn new languages.

My Favorite place to eat in Austin is: Fonda San Miguel

Email: [email protected]

Schedule: Book an Appointment with Giovanni

Education: B.A.A.S. in Applied Arts and Sciences with an emphasis in Business from Texas State University. M.Ed in Educational Technology and Learning, from Western Governors University

Availability:
* In-Person Hours @ San Gabriel Campus: Thur: 8AM-1PM

* In-Person Hours @ Highland Campus: Sat: 8AM-12PM

* In-Person Hours @ Round Rock Campus: Tues: 4PM-8PM, Wed: 2PM-8PM

* Virtual Hours: Tues: 4PM-8PM, Wed: 2PM-8PM, Thur: 8AM-1PM, Sat: 8AM-12PM

My coaching philosophy: ‘I was sitting in the chair you are literally sitting in right now and I just whispered, ‘Why not me?’ – Mindy Kaling 

As an Academic Coach, I want every single student to know that academically, there is nothing in this world they cannot accomplish. You are smart, you are capable, and you are strong- I want to help you meet and surpass all of your goals.

For fun I like to: travel to new countries, learn about new cultures, and make new recipes

My favorite Austin restaurant is: Asia Cafe

Email: yennida.chea@austincc.edu
Schedule: Book an Appointment with Yen

Education: B.A. in English from UTSA

Availability:
* In-Person Hours @ San Gabriel Campus: Tues: 8AM-5PM

*In-Person Hours @ Cypress Creek Campus: Wed/Thur: 8AM-5PM

* Virtual Hours: M-F 8AM-5PM

My coaching philosophy is: I believe in a personalized approach. Each student is entitled to all the time and attention they need to reach their specific goals and tackle their objectives.
For fun I like to: I like going to the gym, watching cooking competition shows, and I almost always have music going.
My Favorite place to eat in Austin is: 54th Street
Email: [email protected]
Schedule: Book an appointment with Jordan

Giovanni Hernandez

Education: B.A. in Communications, Minor in Spanish from DePaul University. M.S. in Sports, Fitness, and Recreation Leadership from DePaul University

Availability:

* In-Person Hours @ Round Rock Campus: Mon: 8AM-5PM, Tues: 9AM-6PM

*In-Person Hours @ San Gabriel Campus: Wed: 8AM-5PM

* Virtual Hours: Mon/Wed/Thur/Fri: 8AM-5PM, Tues: 9AM-6PM

My coaching philosophy:  “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance you must keep moving.” -Albert Einstein. As an Academic Coach, my goal is to help you reach yours, and find balance to move forward towards it.

For fun I like to: Coach some soccer, cook for family and friends, DJ recreationally, and learn new languages.

My Favorite place to eat in Austin is: Fonda San Miguel

Email: [email protected]

Schedule: Book an Appointment with Giovanni

Education: BA in Bilingual Education from The University of Texas at Austin

Availability:

* In-Person Hours @ Rio Grande Campus: Mon/Tues: 8AM-5PM

* In-Person Hours @ South Austin Campus: Fridays: 8AM-3PM

* Virtual Hours: M/T: 8AM-5PM, W/TH: 8:30AM-6PM, F: 8AM-3PM

My coaching philosophy: “I’ll provide the tools, you work towards the content but together we will create the product.”

For fun I like to: Listen to music, hangout, and try new things
My favorite Austin restaurant is: I truly don’t have a favorite but for the sake of choosing; Komé
Email: [email protected]
Schedule: Book an Appointment with Celeste

Education: BA in International Relations from St. Edwards University, MS in Social Work from the University of Texas at Austin
Availability:

*In-Person Hours @ Riverside Campus Tues: 8:30AM-5PM

*In-Person Hours @ Hays Campus Thur: 8:30AM-5PM

*In-Person Hours @ South Austin Campus: W: 8AM-5PM

*Virtual Hours: M: 8AM-5PM, T/TH: 8:30AM-5PM, W: 8AM-5PM, F: 8AM-3:30PM

My coaching philosophy: “I’m the navigator, you’re the pilot!
For fun I like to:  Spend time with my daughters Madison and Emerson
My favorite Austin restaurant is:  Italia Cucina
Email: [email protected]
Schedule: Book an Appointment with Ramon