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Are you tired of the same virtual education programs and looking to spice things up? Read on!

 

I’m an internationally featured automotive educator, seen in publications like Oprah Magazine, The Chicago Tribune, Forbes, and Al Jazeera. With four years of virtual teaching experience under my belt and references from libraries, universities, and non-profits across the US – this is no pandemic pivot!

So that you find the perfect fit for your needs, I offer a range of seven different automotive programs. These programs are designed for a diverse audience, taught live by me, and run ~ 60 – 90 minutes. I’ve taught classes at libraries, universities, and nonprofits across the United States (and Canada too!).

My goal is to offer automotive education for regular car drivers in an accessible and easy-to-understand format and to definitely encourage questions.

 

 

Chaya helped me in just 30 minutes give me the confidence and the information I needed to purchase my first car. She was so respectful of my preferences and such a good listener. She’s full of quick tips and deep…

Atlas Rian

Chaya is a confident, smart, direct presenter who unselfishly shares her expertise in a wide range of areas. She knows her stuff, presents things in easily digestible formats, addresses questions clearly, and demonstrates her sincere wish for a more engaged…

Jim Hahn

After hearing rave reviews about Chaya through a Library Programming Listserv, I reached out to Chaya. She was fast in her response, courteous in her words, and excited to make a program work for our budget. Her sliding scale is…

Samantha Sundquist, Sycamore Library

Chaya presented a series of three workshops for our library system and each one was packed full of useful information with thorough explanations. Chaya presented in a thoughtful manner that allowed those with very little car know-how to follow along…

Marina Malcevski, Sno-Isle Libraries (WA)

I co-hosted Chaya’s programming as a public librarian and she is nothing short of amazing! She is a pro at presenting virtually and actively engaging with attendees. Anyone considering hiring Chaya should definitely do it.

Dana Zurek

 

The VIRTUAL automotive courses I currently offer

How the Heck Do I Buy a Used Car?
From budgeting to negotiating, this class walks you through the car buying process to get the best deal on the best car for you.

 

The Why's and When's of Car Maintenance

This class cover the foundational maintenance items, what they do in their specific systems, and why they should be changed in addition to things like the owner's manual and what preventive maintenance even means.

A Deeper Dive Into Car Ownership

Want to dive deeper than the basics? This class covers topics like tune-ups, transmission fluid, cleaning your car to protect your investment, amongst others. While libraries are offering this as part of a series following the "Why's and When's of Car Maintenance" class, you don't have to take the first one to understand and benefit from the second fully.

 

Comprehensive Guide to Tires
Spending $700 or more on tires? This class gives you an understanding of tires beyond rubber, round and rolling. From maintenance to purchasing, this class will save you $$$ long term.

 

Be Prepared for Car Ownership: A Class for Teens and Young Adults
Often thought of as the "dad's job," teaching a teen the fundamentals should be a must before car ownership. Covers warning lights, when to tow a car, how to say no to a mechanic, and more.

 

How Does Car Insurance Actually Work?
The foundational elements of car insurance, what insurance companies are "best", and what to do if you get into a car accident.

 

Are All Mechanics Scammers?
Finding a mechanic is made easy with this class. Delve into the differences between repair shops, how to choose the type that best fits your needs, how to find and build a relationship with a mechanic that will last a lifetime.

 

Rates

I work on a sliding scale for pricing to try my best and accommodate as many people/organizations as I can. I also currently offering a discount of 10% for series of 3 or more classes. Classes may not be recorded, or live-streamed on social media.

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