Derek Mc
Profession: English Teacher, Business Owner
Interests: I'm into many things! I love video games, hiking, camping, fishing, playing guitar and other instruments, watching all sorts of movies, teaching myself languages, and drinking good beer.
Education: I went to Louisiana State University. At LSU I majored in English, where I studied English education, ESL, writing, literature, languages, and philosophy.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Japanese (Conversational)
Nick
Profession: English Instructor
Interests: I love to learn and try new things! Recently, I have been trying to learn more recipes. I can't cook well, but I want to try making lasagna next. I also like to do sports. Every week, I try to go running three or four times.
Education: MA: TESOL (Masters of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages)
BA: Modern Languages (Bachelors or Arts in Modern Languages: French)
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), French (Conversational), Japanese (Conversational)
Joey Elam
Profession: English Teacher/Police Officer
Interests: Hiking, weight-lifting, traveling, video games, dog training, snowboarding, wake boarding.
Education: I graduated from Temple University Japan with a B.A. in International Affairs.
I also graduated from the Kenneth C Thompson Institute of Public Safety with a State of Florida Police Officer Certification.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Japanese (Conversational)
Dave Haynes
Profession: English language instructor
Interests: Reading!!
Cycling on the streets.
Budget hunting for the best price on house necessities.
Facial features.
Keeping in tune with current affairs as best I can.
Education: GCE 'O's Stonyhurst College, UK.1977.
GCE 'A's Warrington Tech. UK.1979.
Mathematics at Uni. Surrey 1983.
Market Trader/Mechanic London city programmes. UK. 1994/1991.
TEFL at TTI London. UK. 1996.
Callan Method. London. UK.!997.
NOVA Fukuoka. Japan. 2002.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Japanese (Basic), Indonesian (Basic), French (Basic)
Stephen Paul
Profession: Youth Activities Counselor (ages 3-17), On-boarding Facilitator
Interests: I lived in Japan for 11 years before returning to the United States so I really enjoy talking about travel and food. I also enjoy learning about technology and history and would love to talk about them with you! When I have spare time, I try to catch up on movies and TV shows as well as play some video games.
Education: Bachelor of the Arts in Communication Studies from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Japanese (Basic)
Tutor James
Profession: Teaching Assistant
Education
Mentored students, wrote exam questions, proctored exams and lectures, produced media files, trained students in the laboratory.
Interests: For speaking and practicing language culture and where individuals are from are excellent topics. Also, what students enjoy spending time doing. I enjoy teaching and tutoring, studying language, traveling, meeting people and learning about their cultures, fitness, music, and writing.
Education: IDELTOnline TEFL/TESOL
English Language Instruction
Bridge Universe Education English tutor training
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), German (Conversational), Japanese (Conversational), Spanish (Basic)
Federico A
Profession: English Teacher in Japan
Interests: Love to listen to music, any and all genres! I also enjoy watching movies, running and photography.
Education: University of Baltimore in the United States. I studied and majored in Psychology (with my main focus being on education).
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Native), Japanese (Conversational)
John Tanner
Profession: Over 25 years teaching experience.
English Language Instruction, Education
I have taught thousands of students from all over the world. I teach in class and online.
I currently design doors and windows.
Building and Architecture, Design, Retail
I currently work for the largest DIY/home improvement company in America.
Interests: I love watching sports. I enjoy swimming, cycling and reading. I am a Crystal Palace fan ⚽😁
Education: English Literature BA.
Education
I love reading.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Japanese (Conversational)
Paul
Profession: English teacher / proofreader
Interests: Sound recording and music technology, audio and synthesizers. Djing and record collecting (I'm mostly interested in techno and electro music). I'm also a big premier league fan, my team is West Ham United. I have a daughter aged 6 and 4 cats. I'm definitely a cat person!
I have now returned to Japan and now living in Saitama (recently moved here from Tokyo) Thanks to everyone who reached out to me. Your kindness is appreciated!
Education: University of Essex. BA English Literature.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Japanese (Conversational)
CJ
Profession: Cambly English Tutor
Education, English Language Instruction
Online English teacher for 4 years
Speech Therapy
Education, English Language Instruction, Medicine, Mental Health
Help clients improve communication using English or non-speaking language
Interests: Native English speaker from the USA. Travelled to many countries, including Australia, New Zealand, and Japan. Master's Degree student in Speech Therapy.
Education: Speech and Language Therapist
English Language Instruction, Education, Medicine
Teach and practice how to communicate. Master's Degree education level
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Japanese (Basic), Spanish (Basic)
Joseph d mad
Profession: High School Teacher
Interests: About Me
I have been a teacher for ten years. I make lessons clear, structured, and easy to understand. I adapt my teaching to fit each student’s needs.
Availability
I have a flexible schedule and can work up to four days a week.
Subjects I Teach
✔ English (General & Academic)
✔ Study Skills & Organization
My Interests
🎸 I enjoy playing and listening to music.
I have been playing the guitar for about nine years.
🌍 I like learning about different countries and histories, especially ancient Greece, Rome, and Japan.
🇯🇵 I studied Japanese at university and have traveled to Japan many times.
⚽ I also enjoy sports like soccer, rugby, cricket, and swimming.
Education: Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Education
Education
Arts degree majoring in History and Japanese, Education degree for High School teaching in Australia
Spoken Languages: English (Native: Australia / New Zealand), Japanese (Conversational)
Rick D
Profession: English Literature Teacher Vanier College
Education
2018-Present
College level courses on themes and genres in English literature as well as academic writing
English Second Language Teacher Vanier College
English Language Instruction
2018-Present
Beginner and intermediate English as a foreign language classes for adults.
Interests: Tennis, photography, reading, popular culture, music (all genres) movies, TV, writing, and coffee culture.
Education: Master of Arts in English Studies and Literature
Education
A masters degree in English studies and Literature
Master of Arts in Teaching English as a Foreign Language
English Language Instruction
Courses included educational theory, second language acquisition, classroom dynamics and management, and phonology.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), French (Native), Spanish (Fluent), Italian (Basic), Japanese (Basic)
Peter
Profession: University Lecturer, ESL Teacher, E-Commerce Online Seller
Interests: Music!
Food!
Art!
Philosophy!
Electronics and techy stuff!
Languages and language learning!
Looking after and raising horrible little children!
E-commerce and internet business stuff!
Homemade crafty stuff!
Gardening!
Anything interesting!
Education: Master of Arts (Applied Linguistics)
English Language Instruction
UNIVERSITY OF NEW ENGLAND
Master of Arts (Applied Linguistics) (MAAL) - Completed 2014
Spoken Languages: English (Native: Australia / New Zealand), Japanese (Conversational)
Ricky Baker
Profession: English Tutor, Cyber Security Professional, Conversational English Coach
Interests: I enjoy speaking about many different topics. Due to a background in cyber security, I tend to enjoy speaking about technology and communication. However, I happen to enjoy conversations regarding travel, foods, and other languages. I also enjoy learning about hobbies and topics other people find interesting.
Education: Currently, I hold various certificarions and am pursuing my degree in cyber security. Despite having an interest in these studies, I also hold certifications in electronics and motorcycle based practices. If I can learn something new and interesting I will always try my best to understand.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Conversational), Japanese (Basic)
Jonathan
Profession: English Teacher
Interests: Travelling, cooking, listening to music, reading, yoga, learning languages!
Education: Bachelor of Science from University of Ulster. CELTA teaching certificate. Diploma in Interpreting.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Spanish (Fluent), Italian (Conversational), Japanese (Conversational), German (Basic)
Bret W
Profession: English Instructor
English Language Instruction, Education
I taught English to students online in Osaka, Japan from 2006-2007 in a virtual classroom, both one-on-one classes and group classes.
English Trainer
English Language Instruction, Education
From 2011 to 2012 I taught English to primary and middle school students for Disney English. We used a variety of interactive tools and realia in the classroom to engage with our students and create a fun learning environment!
English Teacher
English Language Instruction, Education
Since 2017 I've been teaching English online to children in China through the VIPKID format using online tools as well as my own props like Legos and Barbies to connect with students to learn and have fun!
Interests: Languages, video games, books, movies, culture, computers, linguistics
Education: Bachelor's Degree in Japanese Language and Literature
Education
I studied the Japanese language and its literature and culture which helped me teach English in Japan and reach students on a higher level.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Japanese (Fluent), Spanish (Conversational), French (Conversational)
Tutor Hamish
Profession: ESL and EFL teacher of all ages of students.
Education
I taught English in Japan at a junior high school and an elementary school and sometimes at senior high schools. Then I taught many adults at large English schools such as Berlitz and Gaba and small English schools.
Interests: I like reading novels and non-fiction books and magazines. I also enjoy watching movies, listening to music, travelling, trying new restaurants and bars, hiking, walking and cycling.
Which writers do you like? I studied British literature and American literature at university and other topics such as religion, art history, political science and past monarchs in England.
I like a lot of rock and pop music from the 1950's to now. I also know some singers from Japan, Korea and France. Please tell me which singer and band you like and we can talk about them.
I like a lot of movies made by American directors but I also like some movies made by French, Korean, and Japanese directors. Lets talk about movies and actors, etc.
I have been to many places in America, Europe and Asia. Please tell me about your country and I will tell you about New Zealand and the countries I have been to.
Some people want to talk about their family or friends or workmates. I can teach you how to do that if you like.
Many people want to discuss food and how to order it at restaurants and discuss how to cook too. I can teach you language for all those things.
If you like sports we can discuss football (soccer), rugby, cricket, American football, boxing, MMA, tennis
,baseball, etc.
Thanks for your time! I look forward to chatting with you and improving your English
Education: Post Graduate Diploma in Second Language Teaching
English Language Instruction
In doing that Post Graduate Diploma which took two years of study I learned how second languages are learnt. I also learnt methodology of second language teaching and about language awareness and language issues in second language teaching.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: Australia / New Zealand), Japanese (Basic)
Phil Y
Profession: Credential Evaluator
Interests: I have so many interests. I really like going outdoors to cycling and hiking. When I am indoors, I like cooking and playing video games. In addition to Cambly, I coach high school bowling and my son's soccer team. We aren't very good, but we have a lot of fun chasing the ball! Lastly, I enjoy playing board games. My favorite board game is called Flash Point.
Education: Master's degree
Education
I wrote my thesis on translation and the writings of Japanese author, Yoko Tawada.
Bachelor's degree
Education, Renewable Energy
My Bachelor's degree is in International Political Economics and German.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Japanese (Conversational), German (Conversational)
boborob
Profession: Computer Support and Customer Service
Internet
Many computer support related jobs.
Interests: Just hoping to help people learn English.
Education: Bachelors Degree in Computer Science
Technology
Computer Support
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), German (Basic), Japanese (Basic)
Sarah
Profession: English Teacher
English Language Instruction
I teach English to students of various backgrounds, levels, goals.
Elementary School Teacher
Education
I have experience teaching elementary school students various subjects.
Interests: I live with my family: my husband, our new baby, and our dog Leo. Although we take our dog new places to play, his favorite place is home. We currently live in Texas, USA. Until 2022, we lived in Japan for several years where I taught English. In Japan we loved going to the beach, but there is no ocean where we live now. I enjoy reading, writing, yoga, coffee, and comedy. I cook for my family every day. I find new recipes to try, but we like to keep eating our favorite dishes. When we go out to eat, we love sushi, Hawaiian poke, and Thai curry. Please reserve a class with me and we can talk more about different things we enjoy doing! See you soon.
Education: Bachelor of Science Elementary Education
Education, English Language Instruction
Graduated in 2017 from the University of Nebraska Omaha. Major in Elementary Education with endorsement in teaching English as a second language (k-6).
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Japanese (Fluent)