My name is Maria Decker I am from Colombia. This is my 17th year teaching, and my 4th-year teaching English as a Second Language at QCSS. I am a graduate from the National University of Bogota in Colombia. Teaching Spanish and English as a Second Language is my passion. Since I am bilingual, and was an English Language Learner myself, I understand the importance of valuing and embracing the rich cultures of my students as they develop proficiency in the English language. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my husband and my daughter, traveling, going to the movies and amusement parks.