"Steeper paths confirm what I am capable."

            I have always felt most like myself when the city skyline fades behind me and the trail rises beneath my feet. My life is best told through ascents—not just of mountains, but of spirit. It is in the relentless, rhythmic crunch of sandals on stone that I find clarity, and in the sprawling silence of high-altitude forests that I find peace. The mountains have shown me that patience is essential, that determination is a renewable resource, and that the greatest views are always earned. Every summit is a quiet triumph, confirming that I am capable of far more than I realize, and always ready for the next, steeper path.

"Four years of shifts: I earned my degree, but I mastered resilience."

I spent nearly four years working at McDonald's to fund my education, splitting my time between college classes and the high-speed rhythm of the drive-thru. This balancing act of schoolwork and shifts taught me fierce discipline, time management, and the true value of every peso I earned. The experience was tough, but it gave me a relentless work ethic, proving that dedication is the key ingredient to completing any big goal.

 "I didn't just answer calls;  I dismantled my language  barriers under pressure."

        My journey into the world of professional     communication began not in a classroom, but  in   the humming, competitive environment of a call   center. I took the job primarily as an intensive,   real-world immersion course to master the   English language. I was driven by the   understanding that fluency was the key to wider   opportunities, and the daily, high-stakes     conversations with native speakers became my   ultimate practice ground.

"Patience is my daily lesson; a student's breakthrough is my ultimate reward."

My career as a Senior High teacher is a continuous lesson in patience and perspective. I specialize in teaching young adults who are on the cusp of defining their futures, a role that requires me to be both a rigorous instructor and a thoughtful mentor. Yet, the energy and breakthroughs of the students—the moment a difficult concept clicks or a student finds their career path—recharge my dedication. My life’s work is less about the curriculum and more about building the confidence these students need to thrive in the world ahead.