Kriste S
Profession: Senior Human Resources Account Coordinator
Interests: Foreign languages, music, animals, traveling, photography, camping/hiking, running, Ultimate Frisbee
Education: Masters in Business Administration;
Bachelors in Spanish, French, Italian, and Entrepreneurship
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Lithuanian (Fluent), Spanish (Conversational), French (Conversational), Italian (Conversational), German (Basic)
Chris Hatton
Profession: Chef
Hospitality and Tourism
Between 2010 and 2019 I worked as a chef in many places around the UK, on an island in Greece, and in a beach bar in Cambodia
Bartender
Hospitality and Tourism
Since 2019, I have been running a bar on an island in the south of Laos
Interests: So basically my main interest has always been to travel, I've been living on the road since 2016, mainly in Southeast Asia. But I also have been playing guitar for over 10 years and have been involved in various small projects. I enjoy making people laugh and having a good time!
Education: AS Levels in Psychology and Media Studies. Also, from being a chef for 7 years, I have my food hygiene and health and safety certificates.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Lao (Conversational)
Toby Ballenden
Profession: Previously cared for adults with autism and aspergers syndrome.
Interests: In my spare time i compose and play music,and i enjoy traveling and learning new languages.
Education: TESOL pass A2 teaching certificate.
7 g.c.s.e passes.
Studied at Cambridge Business college.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Hindi (Basic), French (Conversational), Spanish (Basic), Lao (Basic)
Monica Peterson
Profession: Transitional Kindergarten Teacher
Education
I work with children who are 5 years old. For reading, we work hard on letter names, letter sounds, and letter recognition. Math, we practice writing, counting, patterns, and recognizing our numbers.
Interests: I enjoy being outdoors being on the river kayaking, riding my bike, and going on walks with my dog. I love working out, spending time with friends and family, and traveling!
Education: Bachelors Degree in Education
Education
I hold a bachelors degree in Early Childhood and Elementary Education, and have an endorsement in Special Education (birth - 3).
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Lao (Basic), Spanish (Basic)
Rachel S
Profession: ESL teacher
Interests: ~playing soccer
~cooking new recipes
~spending time outdoors
~learning about new cultures
~spending time with my favorite people: my family.
Education: MEd
Education
Masters of Education
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Lao (Conversational)
Tim B
Profession: I am currently an IT computer specialist, tutor, and powerlifting coach while I study for my PhD.
Interests: Hi y'all, my name is Tim. I am a Doctoral Fellow at the University of Nottingham specialising in Gallo-Roman Archaeology and Linguistics. I have been a professional powerlifter for 6 years and a fitness trainer for 10. I also play the drums and have been in three bands in my life. I love to learn a new language every year, travel as much as I can (I've lived in six countries), cook, work out, make music, and occasionally binge on some Netflix or Disney+ here and there. Cheers!
Education: Masters of Arts with Distinction: Archaeology, Newcastle University
Education
I received my second masters between 2019-2020.
Masters of Letters with Distinction: Classics and Celtic, University of Glasgow
Education
I received my first masters from 2018-2019.
Honours Bachelor of Arts: Classics, History, Physiology, Knox College
Education
I received my undergraduate degree from 2012-2016.
PhD Archaeology and Linguistics
Education
This is on-going from 2021.
Strength and Nutrition Master Trainer
Sports and Athletics
I received this degree in 2016 and renewed it in 2021. I am a specialist in strength training, physiotherapy, and nutrition.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), French (Conversational), Breton (Conversational), Latin (Fluent)
RudyHWhite
Profession: Restaruant Server/Caterer
Interests: Hi i'm Rudy, I play the sports Hockey and Basketball. I play Guitar and Piano, and enjoy music. I enjoy TV and Video Games in my spare time. I am studying Classics and love history.
Education: Currently studying English and Classical Studies at York University.
Graduated Brock High School in 2012.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Latin (Basic)
Jonny
Profession: Musician / Bartender
Interests: Most days I enjoy running, walking or lifting weights, reading and playing my guitar. In summer, I particularly enjoy getting on my mountain bike too. But I also love going to the cinema, chilling out in front of Netflix or socialising with friends.
Education: 2:1 BA from University of Nottingham in Classics (The study of ancient history, latin and ancient greek).
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Latin (Conversational)
jsdavies27
Profession: Legal Administrator
Interests: Favorite Genres: I read SF/Fantasy for fiction and History/Social studies for nonfiction.
Favorite movies include: Black Cauldron, LOTR trilogy, Sicario, Stardust, Legend, The Labyrinth, No Country for Old Men
Meyers-Briggs: INTP
Physical Activities: Running, hiking, casual swimming, Taekwondo, Track and Field
Dream House: A-Frame Cabin with a barrel sauna
Education: Bachelor's in General Business from the University of Puget Sound
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Basic), Latin (Basic)
Rachel Leah
Profession: Tutor and Fast Food Worker
Interests: Psychology, Football, Reading, and Karate are a few of my interests!
Education: I have completed high school and am currently in college in Kansas City, Missouri. I am majoring in Psychology and Sociology.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Latin (Basic), Spanish (Basic)
Kristen R
Profession: Currently I am doing freelance writing, I am working on an educational YouTube channel, and I am getting back into tutoring.
Interests: I have a passion for travel, yoga, languages, reading, writing, animal welfare, and travel! In July of 2019 I packed two bags and set off for a prolonged trip to many destinations around the world; among the countries I visited were Germany, Italy, Austria, Hungary, Greece, Indonesia, Australia, and New Zealand. I love to learn about other people and other cultures! Every morning, I set an intention to spread the kind of energy and positivity that helps to brighten the day of people I encounter.
Education: Bachelor of Arts in Latin Language and Literature & Psychology (I double majored) from Oberlin College (I also minored in ancient Greek); Master of Arts in Classics from the University of Virginia
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Latin (Fluent), Italian (Conversational)
Mackenzie Mitchell
Profession: Software Engineer
Interests: I am a Software Engineer working in New York City. I enjoy playing video games, working out, and playing with my cat in my free time!
Education: Bachelor of Science in Actuarial Science from Florida State University
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Latin (Basic)
Annie Green
Profession: Full-time SAT Instructor working at a private US high school
Interests: Inside the classroom, I really enjoy biology, reading, and learning new languages! Outside of the classroom, I'm a huge fan of rock climbing, skiing, and bicycle touring!
Education: Bachelor of Science in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, minor in Latin and Environmental science, certified SAT teacher/tutor
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Conversational), Latin (Basic)
Erin Han
Profession: Student, Teacher, Actor
Interests: Hiya! I'm a knitter, sewer, baker, and obviously a big reader. Right now I'm reading Hamilton by Ron Chernow, and my favorite book is the Great Gatsby! I also love theatre and the arts. My favorite play right now is A Doll's House by Henrik Ibsen.
Education: Bachelor of Arts from University of Surrey.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Latin (Conversational), German (Basic)
Katherine Curley
Profession: Teaching Assistant
Interests: I study outer space law in my PhD program, and I love all things space! I also read a ton, particularly classic literature, and enjoy knitting and embroidery. Teaching is honestly one of my favorite things to do and so I've applied that to my past times too: I teach vintage dance styles with my free time and love to dance as my favorite form of exercise!
Education: Bachelor of Arts: English and Political Science from the College of Charleston
Master of Science: Security and Resiliency Studies from Northeastern University
PhD in progress: Global Governance from Virginia Poly-technical University
International Mentor Training Program Certification level one
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Latin (Fluent), German (Basic)
Lily Adler
Profession: Private English tutor in Vietnam
Interests: I love to travel! I am currently living in Hanoi, Vietnam, and loving every moment. I have backpacked through France, Italy and Malta and also worked with schools in Senegal and Vietnam. I have also been to England and Ireland. Apart from traveling, my other passions are cooking/baking, outdoor activities like hiking and being with my dogs.
Education: Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood and Adolescent Development, from Southern New Hampshire University
TEFL Certification, from International TEFL Academy
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), French (Conversational), Latin (Basic), German (Basic)
Brittany L S
Profession: Business Consultant
Interests: I have one dog and four horses, and I enjoy surfing, playing tennis, and seeking out thrills on my travels. I also love fantasy books, live music, and cooking.
Education: Bachelor's Degree in Literae Humaniores from the University of Oxford, Bachelor's candidate in Philosophy at University College London, certification in Digital Marketing Analytics from the MIT Sloan School of Management (in progress).
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), French (Conversational), Latin (Fluent)
Tracy
Profession: Managing Editor; Freelance Writer and Journalist; Marketing Consultant; ESL Tutor; English Writing and Reading Comprehension
English Language Instruction
Have mentored writers, readers and students at all levels of English Conversational, Written, Read and Spoken Language and Literature, all ages.
English Writing and Reading Comprehension Tutor
English Language Instruction
Private tutor for students at both Wesleyan and Yale Universities.
Senior Marketing and Copywriting Consultant
Entrepreneurship, Marketing
Senior Copywriter and Marketing Consultant for some of the top international companies in the world - including Apple Computer, LucasFilms, Time Warner Cable, Walmart, and others.
Interests: Until I can learn more about YOU, here is some more about me: very enthusiastic about the power of language, the beauty of expression, the arts, world travel, and exploration; have loved living in many different cities and countries, learning different cultures and languages; my education has been all over the place, so there are many subjects we might discuss; and I'm pretty much up for talking about absolutely any topic you're passionate about, interested in, or curious to chat up, together.
Education: Honors Graduate, BA, Wesleyan University
Education
Honors Graduate in College of Letters - Literature, History, and Philosophy; English; Studio Arts
TESOL/TESL/TEFL Certified Teacher
English Language Instruction
Certified Instructor and Tutor in Teaching English as a Second Language (TESOL/TESL/TEFL)
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Italian (Conversational), Latin (Fluent), French (Conversational)
Jenny L
Profession: University Student
Interests: I am a Canadian university student, currently in my first year of a two-year Masters of Art History programme. My interests include travel, art, languages, photography, camping, skiing, hiking, and canoe tripping. I love exploring all the beautiful scenery that Canada has to offer! Languages and linguistics form a major portion of my university studies. I have taken Arabic, Latin, Attic Greek, Spanish, Italian, and French at a university level!
Education: Honours Bachelor of Arts in History. Currently completing a Masters of Arts in Art History.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Arabic (Basic), French (Fluent), Spanish (Basic), Greek (Basic), Latin (Basic), Italian (Basic)
Del
Profession: Primary School Teacher
Education, Teaching
Teaching in a British primary school for around 3 years now.
Interests: I enjoy reading and working out. I also love discovering and cooking healthy meals.
Education: BSc Medical Physiology (Undergraduate)
Medicine
Studied biomedical sciences and pathophysiology of diseases during my undergraduate degree.
Masters in Biomedical Sciences (Haematology and Blood Transfusion Sciences)
Medicine
Masters/MSc in Biomedical Sciences (Haematology and Blood Transfusion Sciences)
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Arabic (Conversational), Kurdish (Fluent)