Unlock Your Potential
with Accessible Learning
School isn’t just about understanding the material. It’s also about managing time, staying organized, starting work, and handling stress. Many capable students struggle not because they lack ability, but because they haven’t been taught how to manage the demands of school.
I have designed my lab to support students in developing practical learning and executive-function skills so school feels more manageable and less overwhelming. Students learn real-world skills alongside academics. Skills that prepare them for classrooms, interviews, and future leadership opportunities— including:
Time management, planning, and prioritization
Organization and study strategies
Task initiation and follow-through
Stress management and confidence building
Interview skills and professional communication
Age-appropriate budgeting and financial awareness
Responsible, ethical use of AI and technology
Support is offered through:
Small-group workshops
Individualized coaching
Skill-based programs tailored to student needs
My approach is supportive, practical, and focused on skills students can use immediately, in school and beyond.
Explore what I offer
One-on-one coaching sessions provide personalized support to help students take control of their learning. Each session is tailored to your student’s unique needs, focusing on organization, time management, study strategies, task initiation, and confidence-building. Together, we identify challenges, set achievable goals, and practice strategies that students can use immediately in school and beyond.
Sessions are designed to build independence, reduce stress, and create habits that last. Ideal for students preparing for middle school, high school, navigating challenging workloads, or looking to strengthen their executive-function skills.
Pricing: $75/hour or 30-min sessions at $45 for shorter check-ins or focused topics. Sessions are offered in person in Chapel Hill/Durham at an agreed upon location or virtually.
Personalized tutoring and homework support for students, helping them build understanding, complete assignments, and strengthen study habits.
Services include:
Subject Tutoring: Math (K-4th), Reading & Writing (K-8th)
Homework Help & Study Strategies: Guidance with assignments while practicing organization and effective study habits
Test Preparation: Targeted strategies for quizzes and exams
These services complement our executive-function coaching, giving students extra support where they need it most.
Pricing: $55/hour
Available Late Afternoon/Evenings: Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
Sessions are in-person in Chapel Hill/Durham at an agreed upon location.
A 6-week small-group coaching experience designed to help middle and high school students:
Plan long-term assignments confidently
Break down large tasks without procrastination
Build realistic weekly schedules
Study strategically for major tests
Strengthen independence and accountability
Pricing: Max 6 students per cohort. $330 per student, includes 6 sessions. Cohorts are offered in both in-person and virtual formats. Each format operates as a separate cohort to ensure a focused, consistent, and engaging learning experience for all participants. Middle School and High School students are typically in separate cohorts. Please check Additional Info section for the dates.
For families who wish to continue, I offer an optional extension designed to support long-term planning, study system refinement, and ongoing accountability. This phase allows students to apply what they’ve learned while receiving structured guidance and feedback.
Long-term calendar mapping (quarter + semester planning)
Personalized study systems for major assessments
Ongoing accountability and adjustment
Reflection and habit strengthening
Continuation sessions are offered in 4-week blocks and are available to current cohort families first. 4-session extension is $220 per student.
Sessions in-person are offered in Chapel Hill or at an agreed upon location.
About me
Hi, I’m Jessica Maloney, an educator, learning coach, and entrepreneur passionate about helping students become confident, independent learners. I have 17 years of experience teaching elementary and middle school students and currently teach second grade, emphasizing executive-function skills such as organization, time management, and focus.
I hold a Master’s in Educational Leadership and Curriculum Design and draw on my background in HR, office, and retail management to teach practical life skills, including budgeting, financial awareness, and responsible use of technology and AI.
As an entrepreneur, I create and lead summer learning camps, small-group workshops, and individualized tutoring programs that provide students with personalized support and practical skills to thrive academically and beyond.
Originally from Los Angeles, I now live in Chapel Hill, NC, with my two teens. I love partnering with students and families to help students grow academically, build independence, and feel confident in school and in life.
Contact me
Ready to get started? Fill out the contact form, and I’ll personally follow up to schedule a time that works for you and your student or call me at (818) 455-1712.