Carmeisha
Profession: Associate Director, Education Abroad
Education
I advise students who want to study abroad in East Asia, Israel and Spain.
Assistant Language Teacher
Education, English Language Instruction
I taught English to 1st-9th graders in Japan.
Interests: I really enjoy traveling and learning about different countries and cultures. I am also a "foodie" who loves to try foods from all around the U.S. and the world.
Education: Masters
Education
Masters in Higher, Adult and Lifelong Education
Bachelors
Education
Bachelors in Japanese; Secondary Education
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Japanese (Conversational)
Latoya B.
Profession: Former Customer Account Executive for Comcast Business
Interests: Interests and hobbies include Art (Both Traditional and Digital), Music, Dancing, and Photography.
Education: Associates Degree in Computer Information Systems. Proficient in programming languages such as HTML, CSS, etc.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Japanese (Basic), Scottish Gaelic (Basic), French (Basic), Spanish (Basic)
LexyPhilli
Profession: Executive Assistant Commerce & Operations
Interests: Hi, I have a wide interest in many subjects, I enjoy theatre, reading, painting and gaming, both tabletop and console, any of which i'd love to discuss with you. I'm also currently studying hand lettering and calligraphy. As of writing this I am currently reading 'The Betrayals' by Bridget Collins. What are you reading?
Education: Bachelor of Science with Honours in Biomedical Sciences and Medical Microbiology and Immunology. I have recently been taking several courses in Project Management.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Japanese (Basic), French (Basic)
mariam_patel1995
Profession: Technology Consultant in Pharmaceutical Industry
Interests: I love to read, paint and chat to people from all over the world! In my spare time, I like to take walks through the park and cook my favourite dishes!
Education: Bachelors in Medical Biochemistry
Masters in Cancer Biology
Diploma in Spanish and beginners Japanese
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Spanish (Fluent), Japanese (Basic)
Natasha
Profession: Customer service Representative
Customer Support
I've worked in customer service for 3 years. From my experience, I've adapted to different styles of communication through the customers I work with.
And now, I will use these skills to help you reach your language proficiency goals
Interests: Movies, culture, language exchange,music and handcrafts
Education: High School Diploma
Education
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TESOL
Education
TESOL Certificate
Spoken Languages: English (Native), Japanese (Basic)
clarejoylangford
Profession: Actor
Interests: Learning languages, Acting, Dancing, Yoga, Running, Swimming, Cycling, Going to the beach, Watching movies, Travelling, Meeting new people, Painting
Education: Bachelor of Arts in Applied Languages - University of Limerick
Masters in Acting - University of the Arts, London
Diploma in Sports Massage - London
Diploma in Personal Training - London
Diploma in TEFOL - London
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), French (Conversational), Spanish (Conversational), Italian (Basic), Irish (Basic), Japanese (Basic)
kristen fukuma
Profession: Step N Stones English Preschool
Education
Teacher at an English preschool. PE, Phonics, Music, and Math for ages 3-5. I also traveled to other preschools and taught ages 3-5.
Step N Stones After School English Program
Education, English Language Instruction
Providing English lessons to elementary students in an after school program, primarily phonics, conversation, and Cambridge Young Learners exam preparation.
AEON English Conversation School
English Language Instruction
Teaching a wide array of English lessons to Japanese students, ages 0-75. This includes teaching AEON's textbooks, supporting self-learning habits, creating lessons for babies and young children, etc.
Eagan Montessori Academy & Daycare
Education
Early education for ages 0-5
Interests: I lived in Japan for 5 years, where I met and married my husband and had my 2 children. We moved to the US in 2023 and are now living in Minnesota.
I work in a daycare and I am with children all day, but I prefer to teach adults online! Ask me anything!
Education: Appalachian State University
Education
B.S. Public Health
Minor Nutrition & Foods
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Japanese (Basic)
Kyra
Profession: English Teacher
Interests: I have always been a huge language and culture nerd, and this is what originally pushed me to study abroad in Japan as a high school student. I have since continued studying Japanese, and this is what led me to working for a Japanese airline during college, and later to becoming an English teacher in Tokyo. I enjoy sharing my passion for language learning, and have found teaching to be a really rewarding experience in this way. I also love to cook/bake, and enjoy hiking whenever I can!
Education: Bachelor of Arts in Sociology
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Japanese (Conversational)
Leanne
Profession: Photojounalist
Interests: I'm a photographer, videographer from England.
I'm currently in staying in Japan until the Summer.
Education: I have diplomas in art and design, and journalism. I also have qualifications in British sign language, Japanese, and TEFL/TESOL.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Japanese (Basic)
Erica
Profession: Substitute teacher/Crisis counselor
Interests: I enjoy reading and traveling. I live on a small farm. We have chickens, ducks, goats, rabbits, and quail, as well as cats and dogs.
Education: I have a Bachelor's degree in English, and Community and Human Services (double major).
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Japanese (Basic), Spanish (Basic)
Yuka
Interests: I love to travel, play ukulele, cook, fence, write, rock climb, and make art.
I've lived in Cambodia, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Japan, Turkey, the U.S. (Vermont, Massachusetts, and San Francisco).
Education: Smith College
Research
B.A. Anthropology
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Japanese (Conversational)
Alison
Interests: I love travelling, learning languages, and meeting new people! My hobbies include painting, crocheting, trying new foods, reading, watching tv, listening to music, and learning about new subjects.
Education: Bachelor of Principles and Methods of Language Education
Education, English Language Instruction
Bachelor of Principles and Methods of Language Education
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Japanese (Basic)
kmarshsingapore
Profession: Aerospace manufacturing, project management, logistics management
Interests: I LOVE to travel. After leaving England at age 27, I am lucky enough to have lived and worked in China, Japan, Singapore, and Belize, while visitng many more countries on vacation! I find different cultures fascinating, and like to learn about different foods and cooking from all over the world. I also understand how hard it is to try and learn to speak a new language. I have been in your place and am here to help! My other interests include scuba diving, hiking, and catching up on Netflix :)
Education: Bachelor of Arts (BA) Geography
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Japanese (Basic), Spanish (Basic)
Alondra Albarran
Profession: I am currently a student completing a digital marketing certificate through UC Berkeley's Experience Lab program
Interests: My interests are traveling, camping, cooking, horror movies and art. I love meeting new people and trying new things!
Education: Bachelor of Arts in International Relations and Global Studies from the University of Texas; Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) certificate from FullCircle
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Fluent), Japanese (Basic)
Laura Simmons
Profession: Previously a class teacher in Poole, currently a supply teacher working in the Bournemouth, Poole and Christchurch area.
Interests: I am a musician and enjoy playing a number of instruments in my spare time. I also love games and movies! To keep fit I like to play different sports and practise yoga.
Education: I have a BA in Music from University of Southampton, a PGCE from University of Winchester, and am studying for my TEFL to teach abroad.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), French (Conversational), Japanese (Basic)
merissa t
Profession: I've worked for Metlife, trained to be a CNA, handled billing for the CVS clinic, and worked with adults with disabilities.
Interests: I like to explore whether it's in a good book or in real life. I also like to attempt DIY's during the holiday season.
Education: I work with special needs,but I am currently in college working on by bachelors degree in education.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Japanese (Basic)
Rachel Holton
Interests: Learning Japanese, playing saxophone, ballet, reading
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Japanese (Conversational)
Kaya
Profession: online tutor
Interests: I love to learn about new cultures and meeting new people! I'm very open to discussions about anything that interests you - current affairs, music, TV and film etc, - I work on reservations mostly - please message me with a time and date if none of my availabilities suit you and I'm sure we can work something out!
Education: TEFL 120 Hour certificate, studying 3rd year MA (Hons) French at the Univesity of Edinburgh, bilingual English & Japanese
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Japanese (Fluent), French (Fluent)
Sara M 2020
Profession: University ESL Lecturer
Interests: Running, Yoga, Knitting, Reading, Video Games, Baking
Education: Masters of Arts in Applied Linguistics & TESOL; Bachelor of Arts in Global & International Studies
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), French (Conversational), Japanese (Basic)
Joanne Pe
Profession: Teaching
Interests: I am interested in reading, gardening, keeping fit, and recently started painting. I also really enjoy baking, particularly cupcakes.
Education: 2:1 BA(Hons) Childhood and Youth Studies,
Qualified Teacher Status
10 GCSEs
3 A Levels (German, English Language and literature and Ancient History)
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), German (Basic), Japanese (Basic), Italian (Basic)