You Can Use ASL! (Ages 12-15)

My passion is learning.  I've always loved it!  The growth that comes from it, the wisdom that follows.  The avenues that are opened because of it, the way one feels when discussing a matter, while fully understanding the topic.  But most of all, the possibility of seeing someone light up because of the understanding of something new.  I tell every one of my current students that they should never put a limit on their capacity to learn.  If anyone tells them that they need to get ‘good grades’, I tell them that they shouldn't accept ‘good’, that they should always strive for ‘great’, ‘better’, and on the rare occasion, even “perfect”. We should always see the infinite possibility of growth and intelligence for our, children, family members, friends and even for ourselves.
I've worked over 20 years in an office setting.  While I soaked up everything from outsourced customer service to State tax accounting, I made certain that I took the time and opportunities afforded me to hone-in my computer and word processing skills to create easy-to-use databases, spreadsheets, power point presentations, business cards, new employee manuals and employer newsletters.  I've worked my way from the 'lowly' entry level position to excel in account management and training positions.  
A year ago, I decided to change my career.  Although, my job was satisfying, I wanted more!  I wanted to be utterly and completely happy - I wanted to focus all of my attention to teaching.  It's now my favorite way of life.  I am an educator.  Choosing to dedicate my life to teaching people, one-on-one, has given me the glorious, God-given privilege of seeing people blossom and grow.  I am able to accomplish this through sincere personal interest, patience and persistence.  It's an amazing experience - no, it's the epitome of happiness.
As humans, we never stop learning.  We should always seek different avenues that open up more opportunities.   For instance, I speak fluent Spanish, American Sign Language and have a working knowledge of French.  Currently, I’m learning Italian.   What’s next?  Who knows?  But it’s going to be great!  

Topics I'd like to share with my students:
1. Foreign Languages:  Because I'm fluent in Spanish and ASL, I would love to share some language classes with those who just want to be friendly and those who want to become proficient.  Languages come in so many colors, there's no need to just use one crayon!  
2. Computer Skills:  Through hard work and dedication I have been able to widen my professional resume and now I want to help young ones become proficient in their computer skills to allow them the opportunity to follow their professional dreams without hindrance!   Some classes I'll offer will be Excel, Word, PowerPoint etc.
3. The Arts:  
     3a. Dance:  I love to dance, so if Outschool will allow it, I'd love to offer Salsa, Meregue and Bachata classes to the more adventurous students!  (YAY!!)
      3b.  Some of my hobbies are drawing, painting, crocheting, knitting and modeling.  I'd love to share some tips with your little ones!

I hope to e-meet you one day!