Melissa Orozco
AVANZA Program Coordinator ESL & Spanish Teacher I was born in Guatemala and lived there most of my life until I moved to California. The transition was difficult and pushed me out of my comfort zone in various ways. Even though art has been an important part of my life, I never thought I would be spending most of my time creating it.
As a child I always felt at home in nature; I used to spent endless hours in my parents garden. When I became an adult I decided to study biology and began to pick up oil painting on a side as a hobby. I tried to experiment with other forms of art like music and sculpture, but I realized my artistic connection is the expression of color. Sophia Lanina
She/her Health Educators Program Coordinator I was born here in Portland and grew up in Eugene, where my mama encouraged me to learn Spanish and to always maintain a connection to our Mexican community. After graduating high school I spent time working as a nanny in Spain, and later traveled throughout other Spanish speaking countries like Costa Rica, Belize, Cuba, and Mexico. I went to school sporadically throughout my early twenties, eventually landing back in Portland at PSU. I graduated with a BA in Social Sciences with a focus on Chicana/Latina studies. I’ve always felt passionate about connecting with and uplifting Latinx communities, and in my spare time I love to go dancing with friends, try new vegan recipes, read in the sun with my cat, and make music with my band.
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Anna Salcido
She/her Intercambio & ESL Classes Coordinator Outreach Worker My name is Anna Salcido. I am 34 years old and was born in Arizona but grew up in Mexico. I have been living very happily in Portland for more than three years. Since I arrived, I have had the opportunity to start working as a Spanish teacher applying methods such as Montessori and sign language. It has been a wonderful experience to be able to develop with the children and grow professionally day by day. I have a bachelor’s degree in Communication Sciences and my experience with customer service has built my discipline and passion. I love spending my time with my family, camping, meditating, reading, and drinking coffee or tea.
Thank You for the opportunity, I am very excited to be part of the team. Sincerely, Anna Salcido EDITH JAIMES
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NACE COLE
Outreach Worker |
Hola, My name is Nace Cole. I am an Outreach & Marketing Coordinator here at Educate Ya . Although I may wear many hats from time to time considering my many talents and versatile skills. I hold an Associate degree in Applied Science, Business Management/Marketing Development and Choreography, along with many other accomplished trades skills. I’m also heavily active in the local 737 laborers union. I have spent the majority of my professional career in the Portland metropolitan area. With over 15 years in the non-profit sector. Over time I have developed a strong sense of service within the Latino community and in the community at large with regard to cultural, social- political and economic concerns in order to create social change for equality for everyone.
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Belinda Calderon
Spanish All levels Grammar Hola! As a native Spanish speaker sharing the love for my language and culture has being a passion in my life the past 30 years. I was born and raised in Venezuela where I attended college and earned a Computer Programming Degree. I always dreamed of learning English as a second language maybe because of my love for English music even though I did understand anything. I had the opportunity to come to Brigham Young University for a year and submerge in a full time English program. During that time I met my husband and the rest is history. I love teaching Spanish and I try to bring as much of my culture into class as possible. I believe that a good education shapes not only minds but hearts as well. I enjoy spending time with my husband John, my daughters, my son and our 2 adorable furry babies. I have played the piano since I was 5 years old and continue to feel fascinated with the magic that music brings. I believe that in this changing world, learning another language is very important in helping us become better and kinder people. Hope to meet you all soon. Hasta pronto! |
Adrian Neri
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Melissa Reyes
ESL All Level |
My Name is Melissa Reyes. I am a New York born Puerto Rican. I was born in Brooklyn, New York. At a young age I learned that success can be achieved through education and hard work.
Growing up I had wonderful opportunities to acquire a higher education than most from my native community. I lived in New York, Maryland, Florida and California before moving to Portland One year ago. My decision to move to Portland is genuinely a love of the city. Although I came to know this city in a time that many call, "Not the same as it was", I see the hope and love its citizens have for it and I share the same hope and dream to see it flourish once again. My dedication to this city and its communities are my focus and motivation for working towards a better future. - Juntos, Si Se Puede! |
Location200 NE 20th Ave, Suite 10
Portland, OR 97232 |
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