Brooke Scharich
Profession: Online ESL Teacher
Interests: Travel, baking, technology, science, language, and many other things!
Education: BS Mechanical Engineering - Michigan Technological University
TEFL - San Diego State University
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Conversational), ht (Conversational), Portuguese (Basic), French (Basic)
Teacher Genesis
Profession: Tutor, Private Contractor, Business Owner & Full-time Mom of 6!
Interests: I'm an entrepreneur who constantly seeks knowledge. I love to learn new things and also share what I've learned with others. I'm a friendly, down to earth scholar who is intrigued by art in all its forms. Everything from poetry to gardening, in my eye, is an art form; all you have to do is see the beauty & the potential in it! I believe growing as a person should be a priority. Improvement should never stop! Let's talk about it.
Education: Paraprofessional Certified Teacher
Education
I have over 20 years of experience working with children. During that time I've taught everything from ABC's to advanced mathematics. I've also tutored for many years. Ages of children range from 4 to 17 years old. (Certified paraprofessional)
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Fluent), Portuguese (Basic)
Kaitlin Kuntz
Profession: EFL (English as a Foreign Language) Professor
Interests: I love language, traveling, coffee, tea, exercise, yoga, reading, watching movies, and cooking! All the basics for a happy life :)
Education: I graduated from the Ohio State University with honors with a Bachelors in Spanish and a minor in Education. I also have a TEFL (teaching English as a foreign language) license.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Fluent), Portuguese (Basic)
V
Profession: English Language Teacher; Academic Writing & Research Skills Tutor
Interests: Hey! My name is Vanessa, but everyone calls me V. I'm an English Language Teacher from Canada.
I love meeting new people, learning about different cultures and sharing my love of languages with others. I love travelling, football, tennis, reading, philosophy, food and culture.
Students of mine say that I am easy to talk to, very attentive, supportive and engaging, but don't take their word for it... come find out for yourself!
Education: Spec. Hons. Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from York University; PgC in Teaching English as a Second/Other Language from University of Toronto; Certified lifeguard
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Basic), Portuguese (Basic)
Eliza N
Profession: English Tutor
Interests: I am interested in art, history, languages, travel, and the paranormal.
I'd be happy to discuss any of these things, or discuss your interests with you as well, so that you can strengthen your speaking skills. Feel free to contact me about what class time works best for you.
Education: Rhode Island College, BA Art History, Cum Laude, 2016
TEFL Certification, International TEFL Academy, December 2016
Teacher Assistant Certification, Community College of Rhode Island, November 2018.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Portuguese (Conversational)
Gabriella Cmoi
Profession: English teacher in France, freelance writer and artist
Interests: Let's chat about languages, literature, yoga, surfing, and everything in between! :)
Education: I received my B.A. from UC Santa Cruz in Studio Art and French Linguistics.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), French (Fluent), Portuguese (Conversational), Spanish (Basic)
Adel S
Interests: Learning, Studying, Hiking, Dancing, Music & Cooking
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Conversational), Portuguese (Conversational)
kalliperrine
Profession: English Teacher
Interests: I enjoy traveling, meeting new people, working out (kickboxing, running, yoga), I like the outdoors and hiking. I also love music and going to different concerts and music festivals. I love trying new foods and learning new things!
Education: Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology with a minor in Media Studies form Colorado State University in Fort Collins,CO.
Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina, Florianópolis, Brazil, Study Abroad Exchange, Spring 2016.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Conversational), Portuguese (Conversational)
Amanda Matthews
Profession: Certified ESL Educator - UCEDA International
English Language Instruction
Orchestrated classes for F1 student visas and local adult learners in New Jersey. Levels ranged from Beginner to Advanced. Achieved highest retention rate in school's history.
Certified ESL Educator - Madrid, Spain
English Language Instruction
Maintained steady portfolio of students ranging from children to MBA professionals to lawyers in Madrid, Spain. Created custom classes catered to learner needs. Awarded Teacher of the Year based on student and peer feedback.
Certified Virtual ESL Educator - Cambly
English Language Instruction
I've taught on this platform for nearly two years for general English, business English, as well as the Cambly Young Learners program. Strong feedback and many steady students over the years!
Certified Virtual ESL Educator - Magic Ears
English Language Instruction
Engaged over 1,000 young learners on an asynchronous platform using Magic Ears curriculum and realia to bring the virtual classroom to life. Received a rating of 4.88/5 based on parent feedback.
Executive of Human Resources - Target
Management
Through adaptive leadership, led multiple successful teams in Target from March 2020 until December 2023. Improved NPS (Net Promoter Score) over 30 points within 6 months through consistent coaching, feedback, and performance management.
Certified ESL Instructor - Pompei, Italy
English Language Instruction
Served as a volunteer for a private language academy teaching young learners from A1-C2 in classrooms and private lessons. Held three positions in public school as a mother tongue instructor.
Interests: In my spare time, I enjoy reading fiction novels, learning languages (I speak Spanish, Portuguese, and a bit of Italian and Catalan), and taking care of my houseplants. I've traveled quite a bit and have lived in Spain and Italy to teach!
Education: Bachelor's of Science in Human Development & Family Studies / Psychology
Mental Health
University of Delaware
Master's in Teaching English as a Foreign/Second Language
Education
Universitat Rovira i Virgili
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Conversational), Italian (Basic), Portuguese (Conversational), Catalan (Basic)
Jax R
Profession: Administrative Consultant, ESL Tutor
Interests: I enjoy traveling, reading, independent films, cultural events, cats, cooking, hiking, and spending time with family.
Education: Bachelor of Science in Mathematics,
Postgraduate Courses in Management and Marketing
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Portuguese (Fluent)
Maria S. Picone
Profession: Online English Teacher
Education, English Language Instruction
I teach English to Second Language Learners online via various platforms. 4+ years experience.
Literary Magazine Editor
Writing and Journalism, Human Resources, Management, Design
I edit and volunteer at various literary magazines, working to publish authors' work and put issues together. 3+ years experience.
Creative Entrepreneur and Teaching Artist
Education, Entrepreneurship, Writing and Journalism, Teaching
I write and sell stories and poems, teach creative writing and do independent editing work with authors. 5+ years experience.
University Academic Assistant
Education
I grade student work, respond to assignments, and correspond with students in philosophy and religion courses at major US universities. 2+ years experience.
Public School Teacher - ESL/other subjects
Education, English Language Instruction, Teaching
I have taught at the elementary and middle school levels (children ages 6-13) in public schools in South Korea and the US. 3+ years experience.
Interests: I love books, videogames, travel, gemstones, baseball, music, visual art, writing, science and technology, cats, literature, and learning about new languages and cultures. I work as a freelance creative and academic writer, editor, and translator.
Education: MFA, Creative Writing
Writing and Journalism
I have an MFA in creative writing (fiction) from Goddard College.
MA, Philosophy
Research
I have an MA in philosophy (ancient and early modern) from Rice University.
MAIS, Political Science and Writing
Research, Writing and Journalism, Government
I have an MA in interdisciplinary studies (political science and professional writing) from Western New Mexico University.
AB, Philosophy
Research
My Bachelor's degree is in philosophy (ancient) from Princeton University.
Harvard Business School Online
Entrepreneurship, Finance and Banking
I have a certificate in CORe - business fundamentals - from HBS Online.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Fluent), Portuguese (Conversational), Japanese (Conversational), Korean (Basic)
Teacher Angela
Profession: VIPKID - English Language Teacher
English Language Instruction
2019 - Now
italki.com - English Language Teacher
English Language Instruction
2016 - Now
Interests: I LOVE to travel! I'm currently living in South America! I enjoy exploring nature, swimming in the ocean, hiking in the mountains, and looking at plants and animals. I have been taking photographs for more than 20 years, and I enjoy practicing yoga and playing soccer in my free time. I love animals, and I'd love to hear about your pets, too.
Education: International TEFL Academy Chicago, USA
English Language Instruction
TEFL/TESOL Certificate, Level 5
- 180 hours of coursework, with Young Learners and Business English certifications
- 10 hours of student teaching practicum
Northeastern Illinois University Chicago, USA
Research
B.A. Anthropology, Sociology minor
Columbia College Chicago USA
Visual Arts
Photographic Studies
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Conversational), Portuguese (Basic)
Fiona Leite
Profession: Private English Teacher
English Language Instruction
2019-present: Private tutor catering to EAL students, and to secondary school students in preparation for GCSEs, ALevels, and the IB programme.
English High School Teacher
Education
2019-2022: High School teacher in a bilingual Brazilian school, teaching an American High School program, ages 13-17. Subject areas include Public Speaking, English Literature, US History, and more!
Secondary English Teacher
Education, English Language Instruction, Teaching
2022-2024: Taught secondary school English Literature and Language for ages 11-18 yrs. Experience includes working with the national curriculum and British exam boards.
Interests: Current affairs, books (all sorts of genres), nature & the outdoors, marketing & advertising, language and culture, travel, career development, self-improvement, fitness & health, expat life.
Education: Ba(Hons) in English Literature & Writing
Education
Completed degree in English Literature & Writing in 2012 at a British university.
TKT Cambridge (Teaching Knowledge Test - Module 1)
Education
Module 1: Language & background to language learning and teaching
Post-Graduate Diploma in Education
Education
Completion date: July 2025
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Portuguese (Fluent), Spanish (Basic)
Sydney Eakes
Profession: Study Abroad Coordinator and English Teacher
Interests: Traveling, gardening and cooking + baking new dishes are some of my favorite things to do! I also love hiking, camping, horseback riding, and pretty much anything outdoors! Live music, dancing, yoga and meditation are also a must for me.
Education: Masters in Education
Education
M.Ed in University Pedagogy
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Fluent), Portuguese (Conversational)
Stephanie Mojica
Profession: IELTS - Portuguese speaker
Interests: I like discussing politics, religion, music, reading, writing, culture, foreign languages, your hometown, your dreams, your travel experiences and plans, and a lot more! I am always respectful of differing viewpoints.
Education: I am a certified IELTS specialist; also have TEFL (advanced grammar add-on) and TOEFL certificates.
I earned my bachelor’s degree in Arts and Science from Athabasca University in 2005.
I am currently a graduate student in American Literature and Culture at Harvard University Extension School. I am also studying International Human Rights Law at De Montfort University.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Portuguese (Fluent), Spanish (Conversational)
Virginia Black
Profession: Flight Attendant
Aviation
I have been working at a flight attendant for a year. Every flight is an adventure.
Mortgage Advisor
Finance and Banking
I worked in the mortgage banking side for several years. Although, I no longer work in mortgage we can always talk about it.
Interests: Hello there, I speak English, Spanish, and some Portuguese. I love to learn languages. I am currently trying to learn German. I was an online English teacher for Chinese children for a few years, so I have some experience with teaching children online. I love connecting with people around the world. I love to explore new places, foods, music, and spend time with my family. I can't wait to help you learn the English language. If you want to get to know me more, ask me any questions. I am here for you!
Education: US Institute of Language and Clerical Studies
English Language Instruction
I earned my bachelors degree in Language Education.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Fluent), Portuguese (Basic)
Alexa
Profession: Teacher
Interests: Traveling, hiking, reading, painting, exploring new and old places, spending time with friends and family and learning new languages. A forever curious student.
Education: I graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Spanish and I also studied Linguistics as my minor.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Fluent), French (Conversational), Portuguese (Conversational)
Leslie
Profession: Director of Studies
English Language Instruction
I managed English language programs at an Adult English Language school. I also taught and lead our teacher training program.
Academic Manager
English Language Instruction
I managed English language programs at an Adult English Language school. I was also a teacher.
Program Director, ESOL
English Language Instruction
Taught and managed ESOL instructors and class curriculum.
Interests: I enjoy running, volleyball, traveling, being outside, exploring my city, traveling to new places, meeting new people, learning new languages. I also enjoy talking about fitness, running, cooking, and nutrition.
Education: Master of Education
English Language Instruction
ESL and Bilingual Education
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Fluent), Georgian (Basic), Italian (Conversational), Portuguese (Basic)
Janinne Park
Profession: English Language Instructor
Interests: I like watching movies of any genre except horror. I like drawing and listening to music. I also enjoy watching youtube videos to pass the time. I love studying about different cultures and languages. I'm also into reading the news on a daily basis to get an idea of what is happening around the world and around me.
Education: I went to school at NOVA Southeastern University for my Bachelor's degree in International Studies, and I also went to the University of Central Florida for my master's degree in teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL).
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Native), Portuguese (Basic), Korean (Basic), French (Basic)