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*Virtual tutoring* AWC exists to empower students and families through relationship-based coaching centered around social-emotional development. We are rooted in providing students and families a safe space to learn and grow. Focusing on the whole… *Virtual tutoring* AWC exists to empower students and families through relationship-based coaching centered around social-emotional development. We are rooted in providing students and families a safe space to learn and grow. Focusing on the whole student, our coaches provide guidance through schoolwork and emotional obstacles with the intent to support students in reaching their full potential with confidence. We offer a wide variety of skills and experiences that can be tailored to address specific needs. Serving both parent and student, we work with every family to create personalized programs that will empower and support their individual growth and success. ​

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Kaori Cierra Yamamoto (Founder) & Emily Blackwell (Co-Founder)

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Kaori Cierra Yamamoto (Founder) & Emily Blackwell (Co-Founder)

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Kaori Cierra "KC" and Emily are passionate Early Childhood Educators who are committed to empowering children and families in creating a fun & engaging learning environment at home.​ The inspiration to create AWC grew from their passion to support… Kaori Cierra "KC" and Emily are passionate Early Childhood Educators who are committed to empowering children and families in creating a fun & engaging learning environment at home.​ The inspiration to create AWC grew from their passion to support children and families during COVID19 - offering "feelings focused tutoring". They met while teaching together where they realized what a great team they made! Emily has dedicated much of her time and energy towards expanding her knowledge in child development. She has her M.S in Child & Adolescent Developmental Psychology and her B.A. in Early Childhood Development. Emily started off as a preschool teacher, then moved to educational coaching with teachers, then finally landed her dream job, working alongside her best friend Kaori at AWC!