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I was born in the most densely populated city in Mexico, Mexico City, where I enjoyed a happy family life. The nicest memories I had were the vacations at the beach with my parents, brothers, and sisters. I studied to be a Public Accountant at "Instituto Politécnico Nacional de México." I was also a member of the gymnastics and swimming teams. I... read more

...Also, in 2010-2012, I taught brass instruments for elementary bands at Skyview Jr. High School in Bothell. I'm a member of the U.W. Husky Alumni Band, as well as being Bugler for the VFW Post 1040 Honor Guard, playing at numerous military funerals and ceremonies. Finally, I play in a church orchestra. My graduate degree is an MBA in marketing from... read more

...I have posted some fast times as an amateur runner, most recently a 1:16:20 at the Seattle Rock and Roll Half Marathon. I also have three seasons of volunteer coaching, including coaching at Gallup High School in Gallup, New Mexico, where the boys team was ranked #8 in the country in the fall of 2000. I have a history of public speaking as a professional... read more

...Now that I am here in Mercer Island, I see the need for learning Spanish in a one-to-one setting, in a more informal, comfortable and positive environment. I would like to help students to: - carry a fluent conversation in Spanish and feel good about being able to do it - learn more about cultural differences in Spanish-speaking countries - be able... read more

...In China (at a private University), I often had to teach students English before advancing to teaching them Portuguese. Without a solid knowledge in English, it was difficult to teach them Portuguese, as many of them were just getting acquainted with Portuguese.... read more