Holly C C
Profession: Education Coordinator for La Maisonette Grottaferrata
Interests: I am a big foody. I enjoy traveling and bringing those flavour home with me. I have backpacked around Peru, traveled around Texas USA, visited Barbados, Marocco, Greece, Portugal, Spain and other parts of Europe. I am very interested in Media studies and their influence on the world.
Education: I have a CELTA. Am a qualified teacher for Cambridge Exam preparation. I have A-Levels in Media Studies and Psychology.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Italian (Fluent)
Caterina M
Profession: Travel Blogger
Interests: Hi! I'm Caterina! I'm from London and I used to be a radiographer, then a flight attendant, now I work as a travel blogger and English teacher! I love meeting people from different cultures and getting to know them! I have been to 75 countries and lived in 3 different continents! I also dance Cuban salsa too! :)
Education: Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Diagnostic Radiography 2:1 - University of Leeds, UK. July 2009.
CertTESOL Diploma - Trinity College, London, UK. August 2014.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Italian (Fluent)
Claire Eliza
Profession: English Teacher
Interests: My interests and hobbies include cooking - I used to be a professional chef in London and I now write for various publications about food and travel. I also have a love for the outdoors especially hiking and wild swimming, which I get to do often here in Italy. I also practice Yoga and Pilates most days. When I have free time I also love to read and watch films when I have time.
Education: Bachelor of Arts degree with honours in Historical studies, majoring in Modern European Studies, Teaching English as a second language - CELTA Qualification.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Italian (Basic)
Sandramarilyn L
Profession: Language Teacher for adults and children ; High School Teacher (English, French)
Interests: I love to travel and visit historical cities, and I love history, music, and art. I am from Canada but I have lived in Europe for more than 15 years : in Spain, France and Italy.
Education: * Bachelor of Art (Honours) in Linguistics from Queen's University (Canada)
* Master's in Education from Universidad de Valencia (Spain)
* TEFL Certificate.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), French (Native), Spanish (Fluent), Italian (Fluent)
Jane English
Profession: Lecturer in ESOL
English Language Instruction, Education
I have taught English at a local college since January 2021.
Interests: I am from England. I teach English at a college. I have a degree in English Literature and English Language. I have been teaching for two years. I have four pet birds.
Education: BA (Hons) English Literature with English Language
Writing and Journalism
(2018) University of Salford
Professional Graduate Certificate in Education
Education
(2021) University of Greenwich
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Czech (Basic), Italian (Basic)
Kristina Verones
Profession: ESL Teacher
Interests: Traveling and exploring local culture
Hiking in local hills
Volunteer at local elementary school
Education: Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Georgia
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Italian (Fluent)
Desiré Graham
Profession: Actor/Translator/Director
Interests: My main interest and passion in life is to do theatrical work. This involves a myriad of sub-interests as well. For example, reading is a prime source of entertainment for me, being that it can supplement my work as well as bring some joy to my life. In theatre, I am also able to meet new people, experience new cultures. This is a way for me to learn and also bring a new perspective to how I've been raised in New York.
Education: Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre Arts from Boston University as well as a Minor in African American Studies.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Conversational), Italian (Basic)
Jordan Lynn
Profession: Writing Tutor/Graduate Student
Interests: I'm a graduate student of art history and I love global cultures- both ancient and current! I enjoy visiting museums, trying food from around the world, and running. My favorite travel experience was mountain climbing in Malaysia.
Education: Bachelor of Arts in Art History and Cultures, Languages, and International Trade; minor in English Literature
Masters Degree in Art History
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Italian (Conversational)
Allison Bell
Profession: English Teacher to Non-native speakers
Interests: I love traveling and becoming familiar with new cultures.
Swing dancer for 3 years!
Trumpet player and singer.
Education: Bachelor of Science in Zoology and minor in Animal Science from North Carolina State University
Study abroad in the faculty of Zoology at The University of Western Australia
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Italian (Conversational)
Brittany Picken
Profession: British School English Teacher
English Language Instruction
I work with students who would like to pass their Cambridge English Exam. I have students from all levels, ranging from A1-C2.
Interests: I love to travel. I live in Italy and recently I went to Argentina for a month.
I love to draw and practice brush calligraphy. I use my bullet journal daily to record all my adventures and any inspirational quotes.
I am currently learning Italian to help me with my day-to-day life in Italy.
Education: TEFL
English Language Instruction
Completed my TEFL training with an A grade.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Italian (Conversational)
Joni Kirk
Profession: I worked as a chef and a sailor for 3 years at sea. Now I am studying and have returned to my forgotten love: teaching English!
Interests: I have many passions and interests. I love languages and dedicated several years of my life to studying them! I'm also passionate about sailing, and I spent 3 years living at working at sea. I have crossed the Atlantic ocean several times. I'm also passionate about sport (boxing, yoga, running), health and nutrition, meditation and science.
Education: I have a 120 hour TESOL certificate. I studied several feilds, such as psychology and neuroscience. I did half my phd in the neurolinguistic correlates of colour perception. I have studied also design (in Milan), and now I am doing furniture making.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: Australia / New Zealand), Italian (Fluent), Spanish (Conversational), French (Basic), German (Basic)
Elisa
Interests: I love to watch movies and my favourite are by Quentin Tarantino
I am from London, so we can talk about everything to do and see in London
I love music! I am learning to mix electronic music and learning how to play the guitar.
My family is Italian and my favourite food is any pasta. I go to Italy every year.
I am travelling around South East Asia at the moment
I studied Geography at University so know a lot about rocks, volcanoes and rivers! I care a lot about the environment.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Italian (Basic)
Bex T
Profession: Currently in between jobs, in the process of completing my TESOL training with hope of teaching English full time in the near future.
Interests: Currently based in the Balkans, I have worked my way through Europe over the past 3 years. If you would like to discuss travel in our lessons or tell me about your country I'd enjoy that very much.
I also love cooking and more importantly eating good food, I love animals, I like playing games, learning new skills and being creative, I am very social with a happy demeanor.
Education: High School Education
Fire Dance Instructor
Spoken Languages: English (Native: Australia / New Zealand), Italian (Basic)
Issy Steel
Profession: Nursery Nurse.
Interests: I love to travel the world and explore new countries and cultures! I love music, watching movies and going out for dinner. I love to plan trips, go on adventures and make new friends.
Education: I studied level 3 childcare learning and development at college.
I have a 170 hour level 5 TEFL certificate.
Level 1 Italian at the University Of Pisa.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Italian (Basic)
Chesna
Profession: Customer Service; File Imaging/Indexing; Data Entry
Interests: I love listening to music and composing songs on the piano, violin, and guitar. I'm also an avid reader of classic literature, and authors such as Tolkien, Dante, and Charles Dickens. I also enjoy playing video games, spending time with my family, and learning Italian in my free time! :)
Education: 120-hour TEFL Certification; Teaching English Online Certification; Web Development Certification; High School Certification (Graduated with Honors in English, Social Studies, and Science)
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Italian (Basic), Spanish (Basic)
Laura
Profession: Online ESL Teacher
Interests: I love to chat and meet new people from all over the world, exchanging stories and learning about different cultures. I recently returned from a year spent travelling in Latin America which was an incredible experience. I currently live in Italy and am trying to master the Italian language whilst enjoying all the fantastic food on offer!
Education: TEFL Degree, TEFL UK, Edinburgh, 2017.
BA (Hons) Fine Art and History of Art, Goldsmiths University of London, 2016.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Italian (Conversational), Spanish (Basic)
Lisa M
Profession: English Teacher
Interests: Hello! I'm an American expat living in Madrid. I spend my spare time doing graphic design, salsa dancing, finding new places to eat, and taking my little dog Pepe to the park. I'm also really interested in entrepreneurship and investing. :-)
Education: University of Florida | Bachelor of Music
Northwestern University | Master of Music
Tt Madrid | TEFL Certification
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Fluent), French (Conversational), Italian (Fluent), German (Basic)
Kristianna A
Profession: VIPKid Teacher
English Language Instruction
July 2020 - Present
Interests: Hello! I am originally from Dallas, TX; and I grew up as part of the arts community as a dancer. I attended a performing and visual arts high school called BTWHSPVA as a dance major. Following my graduation from there, I moved to Rome to attend university. I have always had a passion for traveling and getting to learn and appreciate other cultures.
Education: John Cabot University
Education
BA in International Affairs
Minors in Business Administration and Psychology
John Cabot University
Education
BA in Psychology
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Basic), Italian (Conversational)
Elizabeth W
Profession: Writer
Interests: Hi! My name is Elizabeth. I love travelling, writing, and spending time in nature. I am very relaxed, and enjoy meeting new people.
Education: Bachelor of Arts from The University of Sydney
Spoken Languages: English (Native: Australia / New Zealand), Italian (Conversational)
Ms. Tania
Profession: English Teacher, Legal Advocate, and current MSSW student.
Interests: My name is Tania. I love stories and storytelling. I value learning about the history of a place. I am curious and love to explore and discover. Most of all I respect slow processes and engage in them. I love the process of cooking and being in connection with the different ingredients I cook with. I love to write and enjoy the process that it entails. I love hiking and being around mountains. It is a process that provides so much for me spirtually.
Education: Dual Bachelors Degree in Latin American History and Politics.
Masters of Science in Clinical Social Work
Texas Certified Teacher (8-12th grade English Language Arts, English as a Second Language Certification, and 4-8th Generalist Certification all core subjects including Math, Science, English, Writing, & History)
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Native), Italian (Conversational)