Matthew Gerrard
Profession: ESL Teacher
Teaching, English Language Instruction, Training and Development
I have been an English teacher in Vietnam the past 3 years, I teach English as a second language to learners of all ages and levels
Captain
Environment, Hospitality and Tourism, Teaching, Sports and Athletics
I was a Captain for a watersports company on Zanzibar island, Tanzania. I took guests, diving, on sunset cruises or game fishing. We had an education program for the locals, on sustainable ocean practices, sustainable fishing and reef preservation
Interests: 3
Education: ESL Teacher
Education, English Language Instruction
I am TEFL certified ESL teacher, with a wealth of experience.
Captain
Environment
Driving boats and sailing
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Afrikaans (Conversational), Swahili (Basic)
Victor
Profession: English Teacher
Interests: I have many interests. I love to travel- I have lived in over 7 countries and visited many more! I also am very interested in food and nutrition and have done lots of research into the best diets to make us live longer. Language is another passion. I can speak fluently in English, French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese and Swahili.
Education: 2012 TEFL Oxbridge- TEFL Certificate
2007-2011 Royal Holloway, University of London, UK- BSc (Hons) Mathematics
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Spanish (Fluent), French (Native), Italian (Fluent), Portuguese (Fluent), Swahili (Fluent)
harshilkhurmi
Profession: Currently working as a Professional Pilot. Previously worked as a Project Manager in construction.
Interests: I love learning new languages. I am in fluent in 6 languages and I have found that often the best way to learn is to teach. I play golf, swim and am an avid reader.
Education: BSc Eng. Chemical Engineering, University of Cape Town.
Member of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators.
Pilot (Captain) working for Coastal Aviation in Tanzania.
Financial Management Certificate.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Spanish (Native), Swahili (Native), Hindi (Fluent), Punjabi (Fluent), Italian (Fluent)
Kevin Lumo
Profession: I am a Bartender during the summer and I am currently taking online classes.
Interests: I am very interested in culture and learning languages. I love to travel and volunteer in different countries, and to learn their culture and spend time with their people. I also like to sing and play guitar, especially songs in foreign languages.
Education: Associates degree in Education Southern Maine Community College, 120 TEFL certification with International TEFL academy Barcelona. Currently finishing my Bachelors degree in Leadership and Organizational Studies at University of Southern Maine
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Swahili (Fluent)
J.T. Stanley
Profession: Doing research on Sub-Saharan Africa and using my race bike to do gig economy work around Washington D.C.
Interests: Two truths and a lie:
- I have swam with a great white shark
- I have overhauled my university's sexual violence prevention efforts
- I have met with militia commanders during my field research
Education: Selected courses:
- Legal Writing
- Academic Writing
- Writing for Social Entrepreneurship
- Reading and Writing about Disability
- The Art of Communication
- French I, II, III
- Kiswahili I, II
- African Politics
- Insurgency and Terrorism in Africa
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), French (Conversational), Swahili (Basic)
Simon
Profession: Currently a Teaching English whilst also doing consultancy for companies looking to located to Africa.
Interests: I am interested in travel, sports (wintersports, cricket, rugby, football and freediving), politcs and current affairs.
Education: I have a degree in ' Real Estate Management' but have experience in tourism, investment and online marketing/web development.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Norwegian (Native), German (Conversational), Swahili (Basic)
Rashad Lartey
Profession: currently an 8th grade science teacher
Interests: Determined to share my gifts of being a life long learner with all whom I come in contact with. Proud father of three boys, 1st generation Ghanaian in America who enjoys, jiu-jitsu, reading, and crosswords.
Education: Associates of Arts in Liberal Arts, Bachelors of Arts in Black Studies with a Minor in Chemistry, Masters of Arts in Urban Education, Prejudice Reduction Certified, Conflict Resolution Certified
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Swahili (Basic), Spanish (Conversational)
Trey R.
Profession: Business English Teacher in Profesores Extranjeros Medellin
Education
Business English for working class professionals in Colombia.
Interests: I'm a freelance writer, producer, and performing artist interested in culture, languages, and social activism. I love to travel and get to know people from all over the world.
Education: Bachelor's of Arts in Liberal Studies
Writing and Journalism
An interdisciplinary program focused on the humanities and social sciences. I studied a mix of communications, ethnic studies, and international business.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Fluent), Portuguese (Conversational), Swahili (Basic)
Nishma S
Profession: English Teacher
Interests: Travelling, reading, gym, walking, cooking, music
Education: Bachelor of Arts in French and Spanish from Manchester University, Master of Arts in Translation and Interpreting from Westminster University, Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) certification from TEFL UK, CELTA, Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, PRINCE2 Foundation certification.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Spanish (Fluent), French (Fluent), Gujarati (Fluent), Hindi (Basic), Swahili (Basic)
Jocelyn M
Profession: English Tutor
English Language Instruction
Private English Language Tutor to a group in Arusha, Tanzania.
Preschool Assistant
Education
Instructed children in beginning reading and writing skills for an education center.
Business English Tutor
Education
Conducted conversational and business English classes with adult students in Korea from contracted companies Samsung and LG. Tutored adult students in preparation for the ACTFL OPIc.
Interests: I have a passion for travelling and meeting people from different cultures. I work well with people from diverse backgrounds and enjoy teaching communication. I enjoy learning new languages, gardening, and baking.
Education: Associate in Science in Business Administration
Finance and Banking
Associate in Science in Business Administration from Rowan College of South Jersey
Teaching English as a Foreign Language Certificate (TEFL)
English Language Instruction
Teaching English as a Foreign Language ACCREDITAT Accreditation
Advanced Certificate in Teaching English to Young Learners (TEYL)
English Language Instruction
Advanced Certificate in Teaching English to Young Learners (TEYL) ACCREDITAT Accreditation
Bachelor's of Liberal Studies - Educational Studies Minor
Education
Developed a comprehensive understanding of developmental stages, learning process theories, pedagogy, and children’s literature. Studied the design and maintenance of effective learning environments; and the role of culture in teaching learners.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), French (Conversational), Swahili (Conversational)
laura
Profession: Server
Hospitality and Tourism
I worked for 5 years in a 4 star restaurant in the US.
Birth Doula
Mental Health
I worked for a prestigious hospital as an on-call birth doula for patients in the Labor and Delivery unit.
Interests: At this point in my life I am very interested in the arts and science. I love to travel, and when I stay in a new place I really enjoy painting murals for people! I read a lot of books about science or health, as I am very passionate about natural living and the environment. I love practicing yoga, eating vegan food, and learning new things.
Education: Associates Degree in Applied Sciences
Medicine
I studied nursing for 2 years and occupational studies for 1 year.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Italian (Conversational), Swahili (Basic), Spanish (Basic)
aashni
Profession: Radio Presenter
Interests: Born and raised in Kenya, Africa.
Indian heritage.
Canadian high school education
British University degree
I am what you can truly call a global citizen of the world
I am the girl you go to when you need help writing that cover letter or Instagram caption.
When I am not studying you will find me dancing away to Bollywood music or reading
Education: BA LLB LAW
MA Investigative journalism
MA LLM Legal Practice Course
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Gujarati (Native), Hindi (Native), Swahili (Conversational)
Teacher Jenna
Profession: Independent Contractor
Consulting
Meeting Planning Services (Virtual Events)
Interests: I love the ocean, its beautiful beaches, and its amazing marine life. That's why one of my favourite things to do is scuba dive.
I've experienced teaching English as a volunteer to Malagasy students during a marine conservation project in Madagascar. I've also experienced being an English language coach for international students when I was attending university. I'm currently working towards obtaining my TEFL certification.
Education: Diploma
Hospitality and Tourism
Event Management
Bachelor of Arts
Writing and Journalism
English Literature & International Relations
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Swahili (Basic)
Jenn J
Profession: Teacher, Business Owner
Interests: I love to travel and have traveled extensively to various countries. I have a deep interest in other cultures and have taken the time to live among locals of various countries in order to learn from them and to share what I know as well. For hobbies, I love soap making. The creativity and science of it fascinates me. I enjoy meeting people from all over the world and from all different backgrounds so I look forward to conversation with you!
Education: Bachelor of Science in Language Education
English Language Instruction
Specialized in Language Education
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Fluent), Swahili (Fluent), French (Conversational)
Valerie-Jane D
Profession: English and Maths Lecturer
Interests: I love working with people and especially helping them to achieve their goals! I enjoy hiking with my dog, photography and love to cook and garden too. I relax by listening to music and am currently learning how to dance Salsa online!
Education: Bachelor of Education B.Ed (Hons) Chichester University
NPQH (National Professional Qualification of Head Teachers)
Level 5 TEFL Course (TEFL.Org.)
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Swahili (Basic)
Jacquelyn Weaver
Profession: Art Teacher
Education, Visual Arts, Teaching
International Baccalaureate Art and English Teacher.
Teaching and working abroad.
Teaching in New York public schools.
Private Tutor
Human Resources, Teaching, Research and Development
English tutor and creative research assistant for CEO and other business English clients.
High School English Teacher
Teaching, Education
Teaching ESL students Ontario Curriculum standards. Helping them to adjust to a new culture, standards, and deepen their passion for life and learning.
Interests: Astronomy, Art, Design, Installation art, education, photography, film, travel, africa, cooking, vegetarian, spanish, swahili, zanzibar, camping, safari, scuba diving
Education: Bachelors Degree
Visual Arts
Liberal Arts Degree based on Education, a strong Language and Social Sciences core, and concentration in Art.
Wilderness First Responder
Logistics, Sports and Athletics
Preliminary Education for a Wilderness Emergency Medical Technician. Supportive certificate for some school projects and subsequent volunteering in foreign countries.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Fluent), Swahili (Conversational)
Desiree Williams
Profession: Student, Spiritual Life Coach, Photographer, Waitress
Interests: Hobbies: rock climbing, singing, dancing, acting, hiking, kayaking, yoga, meditation, musical theater
Fun Memories: I have been shark cage diving in Hawaii and I have bungee jumped off of a building in Las Vegas!
I love keeping energies high and I am always ready to have a good time. Learn with me and I will ensure fun and exciting ways to learn.
Education: - Bachelor of Fine Arts at the Boston Conservatory at Berklee/USA (in progress)
- Bachelor of Outdoor Education at La Trobe University/Australia (in progress)
- TEFL Certification (168 hours)
- Certified Spiritual Life Coach
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Swahili (Conversational)
Naz
Profession: Maths tutor, Economics tutor, English teacher and tutor :)
Interests: Hello ! How are you? You're trying to find the perfect teacher, right? Well, you have come to the right place.Why you ask? Because as well as having teaching experience, I hold an Economics degree and am working to become a full time journalist. In my spare time, I enjoy music and arts. I tutor English at the moment and was an English teacher in South Korea. I absolutely love teaching and learning. I currently speak 6 languages! I would love to connect with you :)
Education: Bachelor of Sciences in Economics from the University of London.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Korean (Conversational), French (Conversational), Somali (Native), Swahili (Conversational), Russian (Basic)
Sam DLYS
Profession: ESL Teacher
Interests: I love yoga, hiking, climbing, and reading! I currently live in Bali, Indonesia, and I travel often!
Education: B.A. in English from Boston University; Studied abroad at Imperial College in London, UK.
TESL/TEFL/TESOL Certificate from Oxford Seminars.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), French (Conversational), Indonesian (Conversational), Korean (Basic), Swahili (Basic)
Glory S
Profession: 25+ years as a Volunteer Bible Education Teacher in English and Swahili languages.
Interests: I am a lover of languages, people, and diversity. I'm addicted to K-Dramas and Good music! Let's chat!
Education: Associates degree in Business Information Technology and Administration.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Swahili (Basic)