meet our Instructors

Andy R.
Hello Everyone! My name is Andy and I was born here in Colorado. I spent 4 years of my life serving in the US Marines

Ayana S.
Hey, my name is Ayana and I was born in Denver but raised in Pagosa Springs, Colorado. I am currently finishing my undergrad degree in

Becky P.
Hello, I’m Becky Pantano and I am proud to be a native of Colorado Springs. Except for a brief stint where I tried to live

Beth H.
My name is Beth. They say find something you love and then teach others. I love to drive. I always wanted to be a truck

Brandon V.
Hello there. My name is Brandon and I am a Colorado native. I enjoy watching footballand love repairing cars. I also enjoy traveling. I look

Brian
Hi my name is Brian, I am a Colorado native. I enjoy hunting, fishing and working on cars. When I’m not doing any of those

Byron B.
Hello, I’m Byron. I truly love teaching others what I know and sharing my own experiences, both in the classroom and on the road. I’m

Candace S
Hi, my name is Candace. Teaching is my passion which reflects my long history as a teacher. Not only do I have experience teaching drivers

Carole N.
My name is Carole. I am married and have 3 grown children and 3 amazing grandchildren. I love the outdoors, stock car and motorcycle racing.

Carrie M.
Hello. My name is Carrie. I was born and raised in Southern Alabama and moved here 12 years ago with my husband and three children.

Cathy M
Hello! My name is Cathy. I have a BSW degree and a heart for helping people. I am a Colorado native and have two wonderful

Charles A.
I’m Charles, I enjoy fishing, and photographing nature. I enjoy watching college football and NFL. I’m looking forward to help teaching you drive.

Chelsea G.
Hello, I’m Chelsea. I love teaching others and I find a deep sense of pride and accomplishment when I help others achieve their goals. I

Cherie
My name is Cherie and I grew up in Colorado Springs. I spent some time living in California but love Colorado so much I had

Cindy J
Hi. My name is Cindy. I worked for the DMV for 12 years; over 8 years as a DMV examiner. I love the Broncos and

Corrie D.
Hello. My name is Corrie and I have lived in Colorado since 2020. I am a military veteran, have a bachelor’s degree in Behavior Sciences

Dina
Hi, my name is Dina. I’ve lived in Colorado Springs for over 30 years. I’ve been married for 30 years and have 2 kids in

Fabian R.
Hi. My name is Fabian. I am a Colorado native. I have been working in the medicaland mental health field for 25 years and have

Faris
Hi my name is Faris. I love martial arts, food and being outdoors ( Sometimes ). I am an active competitor and love competition. I

Gabe B.
Hi, my name is Gabe. I have been a resident of Colorado for more than 30 years. I like to play basketball, football, and golf.

Gary L.
Hi my name is Gary. I enjoy being outdoors, biking, sports, fitness and travel. I enjoy working with people of all ages, especially young people

Ginger P.
My name is Ginger. I have a much diversified career background that includes dance instruction to truck driving instruction. I love my title of Auntie

Gordon F.
Hi. My name is Gordon. I am married and a retired banker. I enjoy working with young people. I like teaching people how to drive

Jade H.
Hi my name is Jade. I grew up in Pueblo, and graduated from County High School. Most of my life I’ve worked with my family

James V.
Hello, my name is James. I am a 48 year resident of Colorado Springs. I am a driving instructor for the American Driving Academy. I

Jean M.
Hello. I’m Jean, your fun behind-the-wheel instructor and classroom teacher. I’ve been teaching Driver’s Ed for 5 years, four of which were in the Denver

Jesse C.
My name is Jesse and I am originally from Wisconsin but have lived in Colorado for about 32 years. I have been married for 31

Jim B.
My name is Jim and I am a Colorado native. I enjoy camping and fishing. I want to help you succeed with your driving goals.

Jim G.
Hi, my name is Jim. I am a retired firefighter from the state of Maryland. I am also a fitness enthusiast. I have coached kids

Joseph D.
Hello, my name is Joe and I have had the pleasure of working for American Driving Academy for the past two years. My background includes

Joshua
Hi, my name is Joshua. I am originally from Florida but have been living in Colorado Springs for the past 14 years. I am very

Julie D.
Hi, I’m Julie. I’m from the east coast and moved to Colorado for the beautiful views and low humidity! I enjoy camping, kayaking, road trips,

Keith M.
Hi my name is Keith. I am the senior instructor and license examiner for Colorado Springs and Pueblo. I have been working here at American

Kevin H.
Hi, my name is Kevin and I am a Colorado native. I attended the University of Colorado Boulder where I earned a bachelor’s degree in

Lin P.
My name is Lin and I can PROUDLY say I have been with American Driving Academy since 2002. I have enjoyed my dog Pete for

Maria V.
My name is Maria. I am fluent in Spanish and English. I was born inMexico City but have been in Colorado since I was 3

Marissa Z.
Hi, My name is Marissa – I am a Colorado Native, born and raised here inAurora, Colorado. Like all natives, I enjoy hiking the beautiful

Mark C.
I’m a retired educator with 32 years of experience, 8 years as a teacher and 24 years as a school administrator. In fact, I’m a

Melissa
Hi, my name is Melissa. I am one of the many amazing office staff members. I enjoy coming to work and making a difference in

Michelle M.
My name is Michelle. I am a retired teacher and school counselor. I have one grown daughter and a multitude of fur babies. I love

Mike B.
Hi, my name is Mike. I hold a Colorado Class A CDL and have a good deal of experience as an Instructor. I’ve been teaching

Paula C.
Hello, my name is Paula. I am a driving instructor with American Driving Academy. My 20 combined years of work experience as a former driver

Rhonda S.
Hello I’m Rhonda Segovia. I enjoy driving, cooking, eating and growing a garden. I was in banking for over 29 years. I have two sons both

Rick P.
My name is Rick Parker. I was born in Michigan and raised in Texas. I have been married for 26 years and have two children,

Robert M.
Hi, my name is Robert and I have been employed by American Driving Academy since the spring of 2013. During this time I have thoroughly

Ron D.
My name is Ron D I taught for thirty years at Pueblo Community College and CSU-Pueblo. I am now retired and am Professor Emeritus of

Steve M.
Hello. My name is Steve and I am a Pueblo native. I enjoy spending time with myfamily, gardening, playing golf and just being outdoors. I

Thess W.
My name is Thess, and I have been in driver’s education for three years now. My greatest strength is a strong ability to stay calm

Tracy
Greetings! My name is Tracy. I am a Colorado Native, born in Pueblo, raised in the Springs, educated at Cheyenne Mountain and the University of

Valarie H.
My name is Valarie. I am originally from Minnesota, but have lived in Colorado for many years and love it. I love to write and