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
Barb G.
Hi, I’m Barbara. I was born and raised in Southern California and moved to Colorado with my family in my late teens, but my heart
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.
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
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
Donald H.
My name is Donald and I live in Pueblo. I’ve been married for 25 years and have 6 beautiful children and 5 grandchildren. I have
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
Gerri M.
Hello, my name is Gerri. I am a Colorado native. I enjoy playing golf, hiking, working in my yard, watching football, and travelling. I look forward
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
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
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
Lee E.
Hello, I’m Lee and I am excited to embark on this journey with you towards becoming a capable and confident driver. I have driven everything
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
Matt H.
Matt Hernandez is the map guy. Having graduated from the University of Colorado Denver, he works full-time as a cartographer drafting maps of countries from
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
Nate W.
Hi, I’m Nate. I’ve lived in Colorado Springs most of my life and have been teaching math around Colorado Springs for 8 years. Being able
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