PATRICIA
Profession: English Language Teacher
Education, English Language Instruction, Teaching
I have been teaching small groups of children and adults and large classes of high school students in Japan for over 30 years.
Picture Book Writer and Illustrator
Writing and Journalism, Visual Arts
I have written over 20 picture books that have been published by a number of large and small publishers. Six of these books, I also illustrated.
Translator and Language Advisor
Consulting
Freelance translation of books, articles and websites from Japanese to English.
I also provide proofreading services and advise companies on the use of language, such as in the choice of product names or company vision statements.
Interests: I have a degree from Aston University in the UK. I also have a TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) certificate.
I have been teaching in Japan for over 30 years but I also write and illustrate picture books and translate from Japanese to English.
I live in a rural area by the sea in Japan and enjoy bodyboarding, cycling along the coast, making bread and jam, playing the ukulele, cycling, studying Psychology, meditation and creating stories, among other things.
Education: BSc Combined Honours
Education, Research, Finance and Banking
My degree was in Business Administration and German so it covered a lot of fields, including business practices, finance, marketing, and German language and literature.
TEFL Certificate in Teaching English as a Foreign Language
English Language Instruction
Certificate issued by International House in London.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Japanese (Fluent), German (Conversational)
LizSaitou
Profession: Childcare Worker
Education
Taking care of and teaching children ages 3 months-5 years.
Interests: I used to live in Washington state and New Mexico state in America. I currently live in Japan and have been here for about 6 years now. I like video games, anime, reading, tv, and movies of various genres. I also like to craft, sew, and cross stitch.
Education: College
Mental Health
Unfinished degree in psychology.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Japanese (Basic)
Ms. Aja
Profession: Spanish 101 Instructor
Education
Online Spanish lessons to entry-level college students.
ABC Leader
Hospitality and Tourism
Assisting international high school/college students from Japan to learn and use their English skills by chaperoning exciting excursions throughout Hawai‘i.
Interests: Hello, my name is Aja (Asia) from Hawai‘i originally born in California. I am a yogi and cat lover who enjoys hiking in my free time. I came into the ESL industry as a result of my love for traveling and the fulfillment I've gained from the experience of connecting with other cultures in their homeland. Thank you and I look forward to meeting you.
Education: Bachelor's of Arts in Ethnic Studies
Education
Ethnic studies, in the United States, is the interdisciplinary study of difference—chiefly race, ethnicity, and nation, but also sexuality, gender, and other such markings—and power, as expressed by the state, by civil society, and by individual
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Fluent), Japanese (Conversational)
Caitlin
Profession: Teachers Assistant
Education, Medicine
Teachers assistant for 3 years at Arizona State University.
Data Analyst
Finance and Banking
Analyst for a finance and wealth management company.
Credit Analyst
Finance and Banking
Incoming credit analyst this year post graduation!
Interests: I hope to continue learning にほんご (Japanese) and would like to work in Japan for a while. I wish to pursue my masters in analytics, and hopefully a PHD in economics. I hope to use my knowledge of other economies to better the American economy, and hopefully the global economy.
Education: Arizona State University
Finance and Banking
B.S. Finance and Economics
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Japanese (Conversational), Spanish (Basic)
Asmita
Profession: Senior Management and Programme Analysis
Non-profit
I have been working in an international organization for the past 22 years where I'm currently working in the area of Management particularly oversight and accountability issues.
Marketing and Sales
Retail
My prior experience include retail (Nike and Sephora) for four years.
Interests: I consider myself ambitious, dedicated and I am passionate about my work and I consider myself friendly, caring and loving human being! Given my background, I enjoy talking and working with people from all walks of life.
Education: Masters of Arts in Organizational Change and Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
Education
I have a degree in both Masters and Bachelors from the Hawaii Pacific University
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Japanese (Conversational), Spanish (Conversational)
MollyHerts
Profession: Ski Instructor
English Language Instruction, Sports and Athletics, Teaching, Hospitality and Tourism
Working with kids ages 3+ and adults to enable and enhance their skiing ability with fun and adapting my teaching style to the needs of my students!
Social media coordinator
Advertising, Research, Writing and Journalism, Marketing
Scheduling, planning and creating content for 3 businesses to allow growth and maintain relationships via social media.
Interests: I enjoy skiing, skateboarding and painting in my spare time when possible.
I am an adventurous person and love to explore and try new things!
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Japanese (Basic), French (Basic)
courtneyc
Profession: ESL Teacher
Education, English Language Instruction
Taught English to a class of 12 adults for 1 year
Tutor
Education
Taught students individually for over a year (still currently doing)
Interests: I've been to the Philippines, Japan, China, and Thailand :)
Education: Bachelors in Teaching and Learning
English Language Instruction, Education
Currently earning my degree at the University of Houston
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Japanese (Conversational)
Dani
Profession: English Teacher
Teaching
I've been working as a full-time English teacher in Japan for over five years.
Interests: I love travelling and learning about different cultures! As I currently live in Asia, I hope to be able to visit more Asian countries in the future and meet interesting people during my travels. I'm also passionate about music and enjoy singing and playing the piano.
Education: Bachelor of Music from Queen's University
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Basic), Japanese (Conversational), French (Basic)
Sarah
Profession: Sales Executive
Sales
Sales @ Telecommunications Company, UK
English Tutor @ 東洋大学
English Language Instruction
English tutor at Japanese university
Interests: Hi, I'm Sorcha! I love to travel, I love languages, and I really enjoy hiking and walking my dog. I have lived in Japan and visited 50 countries! My favourite food is ice cream, and I love teaching because I can meet new people and spread my language.
Education: BA Applied Languages and Translation Studies
Education
My degree/major is in translation, communications, and linguistics.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Irish (Conversational), Spanish (Conversational), Japanese (Conversational)
Mary Webster
Profession: Recreation Aide
Mental Health
I spent a short time working as a Recreation Aide at a retirement home in Vancouver, BC. It was rewarding work that gave me a strong sense of purpose and fulfillment. I facilitated various activities for residents, as well as an exercise class.
Covid19 Screener
Government
I currently work at a retirement home on the Sunshine Coast, BC as a covid19 screener. I am the first point of contact for anyone visiting the facility and must ensure that no one who is sick enters. I screen and rapid test visitors.
Teacher
English Language Instruction
I taught an English class in China through a virtual platform from Sept. 2021 - Dec. 2021. I taught two 40min classes of ~100 students total. It was a wonderful experience! I learned a lot about teaching and got inspiration from the students.
Interests: I grew up in Victoria BC, lived in Vancouver BC for a year and a half, and am now residing on the Sunshine Coast of BC. I am an introvert, however I do enjoy rich conversations with new people. I am a music enthusiast who enjoys playing the ukulele, piano, and singing. I am interested in pursuing a linguistics degree and hope to travel to Europe and Japan someday soon. I also love watching cartoons including those of Disney as well as some Anime and Studio Ghibli movies. I am interested in arts+crafts including knitting, floristry, drawing, writing, and card-making. I also live in a motorhome which is a rewarding lifestyle choice for anyone interested!
Education: Certificate in Arts
Education
Kwantlen Polytecnic University
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), French (Conversational), Japanese (Basic)
Saphryn Townsend
Profession: Barista
Hospitality and Tourism
I work in a small, cute cafe in London!
Cambly Tutor
Education
I worked on Cambly last year! It was such a great experience and I met so many lovely people. I am excited to be back! Check my testimonials (reviews)
Interests: I live in North London.
I enjoy Japanese food.
I like Korean music.
I can speak Spanish.
I am half Jamaican.
Education: Bachelor of Arts in Languages and Cultures, English & Spanish at the Open University
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Spanish (Fluent), Japanese (Basic)
Lisa Meech
Interests: I'm a musician and really enjoy playing my violin with others and learning about different music styles. I currently teach violin and English and am really enjoying this. I also enjoy learning other languages, I am currently working on my Spanish and Japanese!
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Japanese (Fluent), Spanish (Conversational)
Alexis Dahl
Profession: Kumon Tutor
Education
I tutored English for Kumon for over a year, I specialized in teaching English as a second language to my students.
High School and College English Tutor
Education
I helped tutor English to American high school students and American college students so that they could succeed at their assignments and classes.
Interests: I love getting to know new people! I have a lot of hobbies. I like to read books, draw, exercise, and play videogames. I also really enjoy sewing and other crafts. I love studying other languages. 私も少し日本語を話します。
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Japanese (Conversational)
Rebecca Buxton
Profession: Lecturer
Interests: I love to read! I'm a literature teacher so I could talk for hours and hours about different books and poems once you get me started!
In my spare time I also love to exercise, I go to the gym 5 times a week.
My biggest hobby is learning about different languages and cultures. I speak Spanish, Italian, and Japanese.
Education: Postgraduate degree in Translation Studies from the OPen University.
Bachelor of Arts in Modern Languages and Linguistics from Nottingham Trent University
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Spanish (Fluent), Italian (Fluent), Japanese (Conversational)
Liz C
Profession: Currently I am a patient coordinator at a dental practice.
Interests: Hi, I am an outgoing individual with a passion for languages. My goal is to travel around the world. I also love writing and have a self published book on kindle. When I am not writing, I watch anime! Did I mention I love recreating anime characters with makeup? I love creativity.
Education: Bachelor of Arts with a focus on Psychology and a minor in Creative Writing
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Fluent), Japanese (Basic), French (Basic)
Olivia
Profession: Commercial Merchandiser.
Interests: Studying Japanese, watching documentaries/movies, walking, and reading.
Education: TEFL Certified
BA hons Film
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Japanese (Basic)
Christy
Profession: Nursing, Ski Patrol, Tour Guide
Interests: I have been a health care worker since 2007, mainly caring for children and love to give where I can. I enjoy singing and my ukulele has travelled the world with me. Travelling is my passion and the never ending cycle of learning. I'm very much looking forward to chatting with some interesting people!
Education: Bachelor of Nursing
Spoken Languages: English (Native: Australia / New Zealand), Japanese (Basic), Spanish (Basic)
Becki
Profession: Online Native English Teacher at a Japanese university
Interests: Studying Japanese; writing; reading; yoga; traveling; psychology; lifelong learning; having fun!
Education: Bachelor of Arts in English and American Literature; Master of Arts in American Cultural Studies - both from the University of Manchester (UK)
CELTA qualification
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Japanese (Conversational)
missydube
Profession: English teacher
Interests: I have a big interest in language and communication! I love learning languages so I can talk to more people and learn about other cultures. In my free time I like to dance, play videogames, and learn Japanese/Spanish.
Education: Bachelor's of Arts in International Studies and a Bachelor's of Arts in Japanese from the University of North Texas.
TEFL certification- teaching English as a foreign language
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Japanese (Conversational)
Jamie
Profession: Self-Employed Tutor
Interests: I enjoy cooking, reading fantasy novels, exploring history and technology, and learning about other cultures and languages.
Education: I am a TEFL certified English Tutor, and also a attending University to earn a Bachelors Degree in German
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), German (Conversational), Japanese (Basic)