My Story

My name is Karleene Garcia. I live in Indio, CA. I have a husband of 25 years and three beautiful children, ages 24, 22, and 17. I am really big on making sure that I spend as much time with my family as I can. When I'm not spending time with them, you will find me spending time with my dogs.  

 

I have been in the education field for over 24 years. Before I went back to college, I worked as a Children's Ministry Director and as a home licensed childcare provider. I also home schooled my children during most of their elementary years. In 2013, I received a Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education and I have been a preschool teacher for the past six years. I am currently working as a substitute teacher for preschool through twelfth grade. In addition to being a substitute teacher, I am a specialized dyslexic tutor working with children and adults who struggle in reading, writing, and spelling. 

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I became a tutor for students who struggle with dyslexia because I also have dyslexia. I understand how hard, frustrating, and confusing it is to struggle through school in reading, writing, and spelling. Although, I struggled through school, being dyslexic has made me into the person I am today. I have to work extra hard and spend more time on activities that require me to read, write, and spell. That is why I want to help children and adults who struggle with dyslexia. I want to support, guide, and transform students and their families with hope for today and their future.

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Lastly, you may be asking yourself why there are so many yellow butterflies throughout the site. This is because the yellow butterfly is a symbol of hope to me. I find that whenever I see one, it fills my heart with hope for the present and the future.