Caroline Hopenwasser, Ph.D.
Executive Function Coach and Literacy Tutor
Dr. Caroline Hopenwasser is a seasoned learning coach and educational strategist with over 25 years of experience in the field of education. She holds a PhD in Literacy from Alabama A&M University and spent 14 years teaching literacy education at SUNY New Paltz, where she specialized in fostering effective learning strategies and supporting students in reaching their full potential. Her background as a classroom teacher, professor, and literacy center coordinator has given her a deep understanding of how to support diverse learners across age groups.
Caroline works with adolescents and adults to develop executive function skills that are essential for success in academic, personal, and professional settings. These include organization, time management, self-regulation, goal-setting, and critical thinking. She is highly skilled at evaluating individual learning profiles and designing personalized plans that align with each learner’s unique strengths, challenges, and goals. Her coaching approach is grounded in empathy, curiosity, and a strong commitment to client growth.
Outside of her professional work, Caroline enjoys a variety of activities that support balance and well-being. She practices and teaches Qigong, a Chinese mind-body discipline that promotes focus and calm, and enjoys spending time outdoors hiking and kayaking with her husband. Her connection to nature and passion for holistic wellness inform her belief that learning is most powerful when it nurtures the whole person—mind, body, and spirit.
Caroline’s Services: Tailored Tutoring & Executive Function Coaching
Read what our clients have to say about working with Caroline
“Caroline has been great because she gets excited about the work that she is helping you with. She also will make sure that you check in with yourself to make sure you celebrate small victories and make sure you are taking care of yourself. It’s not always about the work you do but also making sure you are being mindful towards yourself. ”
“I am beyond grateful for all that Caroline has helped my son with. He is a new student this year and although he still struggles at times, he is 100% more organized, trusting of building a plan and better at sticking to it. The confidence he has shown because he is learning to be independently successful is invaluable. He knows he can go to his resources like Caroline and get the exact help he needs to be successful. I could not be happier with her work with him. Thank you so very much.”
“My son is doing AMAZING. Thank you again. I feel so blessed to have you helping my son build the skills he needs to manage his ADHD, anxiety and organizational skills. Hearing him tell people “I even have a calendar now” was really amazing and funny over the holiday break.”
“I am beyond grateful for all that Caroline has helped my son with. He is a new student this year and although he still struggles at times, he is 100% more organized, trusting of building a plan and better at sticking to it. The confidence he has shown because he is learning to be independently successful is invaluable. He knows he can go to his resources like Caroline and get the exact help he needs to be successful. I could not be happier with her work with him. Thank you so very much.”
“Caroline has changed my life :) I’ve never been so organized and on top of my studies in my life.”
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