Sarah L. Cowart, Owner and Founder
Sarah has worked with thousands of students as they balanced the transition from high school to college. She knows it isn’t easy. She's been there. And on top of that, she was a collegiate student-athlete. There isn’t a quick fix or even a magic trick that will make everything a walk in the park for your student. But she can give them the tools and strategies that will help them be successful in the classroom. She is passionate about seeing students achieve their potential. The team at Your Academic Coach believe that ALL students should have the opportunity to be successful from any seat in the classroom.
Sarah graduated from Auburn University in 2005 with a degree in Early Childhood Education. She began her professional career as a Teacher and High School Soccer Coach. In 2010, she completed her Masters of Sport Administration at Belmont University. After graduate school, she began a career working in Division 1 athletics, taking her to Belmont University, The University of South Alabama, and The Pennsylvania State University. She has supported hundreds of students as they walked through their college career.
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Academic Coaches
Joey Ianiero, Parent Coordinator
Joey Ianiero brings over a decade of experience in academic support, student development, and family communication. Throughout his career, he has guided students through the transitions and challenges of college life, helping them build structure, stay accountable, and grow with confidence. He has worked closely with both students and their families, creating systems of support that keep everyone informed and on the same page.
Joey holds a Master of Education in Counseling and College Student Affairs, along with a Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communication with a focus on Public Relations and Fundraising. Both degrees are from Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania, where he also served as captain of the baseball team. His approachable style and deep understanding of student needs make him a trusted resource for families navigating the college experience.
As Parent Coordinator, Joey serves as the main point of contact for families in our coaching program. He provides updates, answers questions, and works closely with our coaches to ensure each student is supported every step of the way.
Lauren Losey, Academic Coach
As an educator for over 20 years, in both secondary and higher education, Lauren had the pleasure of working with students from all different walks of life. Two key elements that have remained true no matter the setting are helping students find their confidence in the academic world and planning for their future goals. As an undergrad at Vanderbilt University, she found herself faced with questions on how to better prepare for the week, when and how to study for exams, and how to put her thoughts to paper when writing an essay. These are skills over the years as a teacher, she has focused on to help pull out in others. In learning how to conquer these life skills in college, the student is not only able to feel more successful about their work but in the future they aspire to have.
Lauren graduated from Vanderbilt University in 2002 with a degree in Secondary Education. She began her professional career as a Teacher and Coach. Lauren holds both a Masters and Doctorate degrees in Educational change from Lipscomb University. Throughout her educational career, she has worked with students at The Ensworth School, Lock Haven University and The Pennsylvania State University.
Amy Baker - Academic Coach
Amy is an experienced teacher, educator, and mentor with over 17 years of work in educational settings ranging from undergraduate and graduate programs at the University of Louisville and Belmont University to Army Education STEM Outreach Programs at Fort Novosel, AL.
Amy graduated from Auburn University with a bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science, from Troy University with a master’s degree in Sport and Fitness Management, and from the University of Louisville with a PhD in Education Administration and an emphasis in mentoring. Her leadership and development of the Master of Sport Administration Program at Belmont allowed her education and mentoring research to become practice.
Amy is an effective leader and communicator with proven ability to guide and lead students to achieve their educational goals and objectives. Amy is passionate about preparing future professionals and works hard to inspire others to continue to pay it forward.
Leslie Espy - Academic Coach
Leslie Espy is a committed academic coach with a passion for helping college students navigate their academic and personal challenges. With a strong foundation in education and leadership, Leslie combines her experience with personalized coaching to guide students in developing the executive functioning skills they need to thrive in college. Her background includes years of working with students and coordinating support programs, equipping her to offer tailored strategies that foster academic growth and self-confidence.
Leslie holds a Master of Arts in Teaching from Greenville College and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. Her academic background, coupled with her hands-on experience, positions her to make a meaningful impact in the lives of the students she supports, empowering them to succeed both in and out of the classroom.
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