Caroline J
Profession: Online English teacher (full time)
Interests: Travel, learning languages, Fitness, Dance
Education: Diploma in Business Admin, CELTA English language teaching Certificate
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Fluent), Italian (Fluent), French (Basic)
Meg
Profession: ESL Teacher
Education, English Language Instruction
I have worked in English teacher for 6 years now (in 2023) for a variety of companies online and in person. I specialize in adults of an intermediate to advanced level (B1-C1).
Restaurant Server
Hospitality and Tourism, Customer Support
I worked in the restaurant industry for many years when I was younger, which gave me great customer service and people skills. I love to brighten people's day.
Health & Travel Copywriter
Writing and Journalism
I work in copywriting, writing articles and marketing content in the health and travel niche.
Interests: I love traveling and learning about new cultures and languages. I grew up outside of San Francisco, CA, USA. I had the opportunity to live in Barcelona for 2 years working as an English teacher. In 2021, I relocated to Bali, Indonesia.
In my free time, I enjoy doing yoga, salsa dancing, and reading. I also teach breathwork and help people heal their childhood trauma to pursue healthier relationships.
Education: Bachelor's Degree (Honors) in International Studies
Government, Non-profit, Writing and Journalism
I hold a B.A. in International Studies with a focus on Politics from the Open University in the United Kingdom.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Conversational), Indonesian (Basic), Italian (Basic)
Michelle E
Profession: Crew coordinator and HR specialist
Interests: Video games, movies, animals, art, history, food.
Education: University of Washington
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Italian (Basic), Spanish (Basic)
Marissa P
Profession: Student
Interests: Food, Health, Nature, Traveling, Learning
Education: B.S. Psychology/Neuroscience
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), German (Basic), Italian (Basic)
Kae S
Profession: ESL Teacher
Interests: International travel, Personal Growth Health and Nutrition, The Arts; Dance, Theater, Painting, Jewelry Design, Fashion Museums, Business growth, paralegal, real estate, history (AP History high school) I have judged National Shakespeare Competitions for high school students.
Education: BA Sarah Lawrence College
CELTA University of Cambridge, International House, Rome, Italy
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Italian (Basic), French (Basic)
James
Profession: Associate Tutor
Education
I worked as a tutor for undergraduate and postgraduate students for six years at the University of East Anglia, focussing on a range of topics, from how ice melts, to evacuation scenarios for volcanic eruptions.
Interests: Hello! The main thing about me is that I research volcanoes and their impact on landscapes and society. I'm also a musician and songwriter in my spare time, as well as an amateur wood worker and food grower/gardener! I love to be outdoors, being at the beach or up a hill :)
Education: PhD Environmental Sciences
Education
University of East Anglia, United Kingdom
MSc Geophysical Hazards
Education
University College London
MA Geography
Education
University of Cambridge
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Icelandic (Basic), French (Conversational)
John Rok
Profession: Restaurant Manager.
Interests: Writing, Playing Guitar, Movies, Food and Wine.
Education: Bachelor in Hospitality Management from Dublin Institute of Technology. Leaving Certificate 1997, excelling in English, Music and Geography.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Icelandic (Fluent), Irish (Fluent)
Joshua Contreras
Profession: I'm a Senior Graphic Designer
Interests: I am a long distance runner, typically about 5-8 miles per day. I am also an amateur tennis player, not that great at it but I love it. I'm a huge fan of contemporary European or Korean pop music and indie/folk. I am happy to say that I was born in beautiful LA and even went to college there for a bit, lived in Texas for the majority of my life and lived in NYC for the past six years. My favorite favorite activity is to travel and hike, my favorite countries I've been to are Russia and Iceland.
Education: Bachelor of Fine Arts in Advertising Design and Digital Media. Certification in Motion Graphics from FIT.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Conversational), Icelandic (Basic)
Eva Thors
Profession: Manager at Isafold Restaurant in Centerhotels
Interests: Some of my favorite things to do are to take pictures, hike, and run! I enjoy listening to educational podcasts in my free time. To learn something new each day is something everyone should engrave in their routine.
Education: Associate's in Psychology
Bachelors in Psychology and minor in Business- consumer behavior
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Icelandic (Fluent)
Rita IELTS
Profession: Teacher with Education First
Interests: I am an English teacher, as well as an entrepreneur. I help my students ace the IELTS & TOEFL tests--opening them up to a world of opportunity. Simply put, we practice until it is second nature.
I also, love teaching KIDS, helping them pick up the language, fast & early.
1. Recommended Book: Fluent in 3 Months (Amazon)
2. Recommended Videos: Learn English With TV Series (YouTube), English with Bob the Canadian
3. Recommended Article: The Fastest Way to Learn a New Language in 8 Simple Steps
Education: I have a Bachelor's in Sociology and a Masters in Global Marketing Communication and Advertising. I'd love to help you improve your confidence, fluency, and fluidity when it comes to speaking the English language.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Igbo (Fluent)
Connie
Profession: Nursing Assistant
Interests: I have always had an interest in teaching English particularly as I believe, as a parent; you are your child's first teacher. I am suited to teaching English to beginners both children and adults. I love learning new skills and I enjoy reading, cooking, listening to music, singing and dancing as a form of exercise.
Education: I have been trained and certified in mental health and care, customer service, business administration, communication and paralegal services. My current occupation which has been so for the past 10 years is working as a health care professional.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Igbo (Conversational)
Tim
Profession: Alternative Provision TeacherTeacher
Education
Delivering various lessons to schools in Bristol, BANES, South Gloucestershire, Somerset and Wiltshire- all within the southwest region of the UK. I taught a range of subjects within these roles, predominantly English, Maths, Psychology and sport
National Citizen Service- Programme Manager
Education
I was responsible for developing and delivering all aspects of this programme, from constructing and managing outdoor activities to developing taught sessions to the young people, and booking accommodation and facilities and acquiring resources.
Psychology Lecturer
Education
I was responsible for developing a comprehensive scheme of work which would enable learners to achieve high standards in their forthcoming A-Level and ACCESS examinations. I constructed outstanding lessons and enjoyed a 100% student pass rate.
Lecturer of Psychology, Sport and Health & Social Care
Education
I taught Sport, Psychology and Health & Social Care to level 1, 2 and 3 learners during my time at the college. I taught a variety of theoretical and practical sessions within this diverse role and also assisted with various college trips.
Gym manager/ lead fitness coach
Sports and Athletics
I presented bespoke programmes to students and members of staff alike, assisting with their rehabilitation and overall physical/sports performance. I also oversaw all aspects of the running of the gym
Interests: A highly experienced, passionate and progressive teacher/ tutor/ lecturer who works diligently on his craft.
My career has evolved across the years from college teaching Psychology to youth work, special education and now language tutoring internationally. I have gained many years experience teaching across a huge range of situations to all age ranges.
I am immensely passionate about making you better at spoken English!
Education: MSc Psychology of Education BPS
Education
Encompassing 2 research projects:
Applying cognitive neuroscience principles to optimising classroom practice.
Harnessing adolescent neural reward systems to enhance their learning. This achieved tremendous acclaim and deemed worthy of publishing.
Professional Graduate Certificate of Education
Education
A teaching degree specialising in post-compulsory education and training.
BSc with Honours Psychology and Sociology
Education
An undergraduate degree comprising of both Psychology and Sociology taught and research units.
Preparing to teach in the lifelong learning sector
Education
A teaching diploma specialising in post-16 education.
Youth Work Diploma
Education
A diploma which provides extensive coverage of the core principles of working with young people within a youth work setting.
Teaching English as a Foreign Language
Education
An internationally recognised teaching English qualification provided by the revered i-to-i provider.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Indonesian (Basic)
Chris Xu
Profession: Sound Technician and Operator
Performing Arts
I have been worked professionally as a freelance audio technician and operator for a year.
Post Production Recording Studio Editor Volunteer
Non-profit
Worked in editing and reviewing English audiobooks for a digital library collection for a year.
Sound Editor
Visual Arts, Advertising
Worked at a video-editing company for several months, cleaning up audio and creating sound effects for various short videos and advertisements.
Interests: I enjoy and am interested in various forms of poetry, short films, Classical European history, and learning new skills and trivia whenever I can. I am also someone who dabbles a bit in the world of animation and 3D modeling, though that's very much a hobby.
Education: Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre Design and Production
Performing Arts
Graduated 2018 from Boston University
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Indonesian (Conversational)
Tutor Brandon
Interests: I live in Melbourne, Australia. I like cooking, plants, and music. I love to learn and talk about many new and different things, I also have an interest in Indonesia as I have visited there a number of times.
Education: Bachelor of Education Studies
Education
Victoria University
Spoken Languages: English (Native: Australia / New Zealand), Indonesian (Basic)
Tom
Interests: Currently living in Bali.
I enjoy playing football with my son, watching movies and cooking with my wife.
I enjoy travelling the world, seeing new places, meeting new people and experiencing different cultures.
I'm happy to chat about any topic you would like! I would love to enhance your English!
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Indonesian (Conversational)
karlmillsom
Profession: Teacher Trainer
Interests: I am from the UK, but I have lived in Indonesia for over 12 years, where I have really enjoyed learning the language and the culture.
I love meeting people from other cultures and learning about languages from around the world.
I enjoy watching and listening to live comedy and am addicted to detective dramas on Netflix!
Education: I am a Trinity Certified EFL teacher.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Indonesian (Fluent)
TomT
Profession: Learning Support Assistant
Interests: I am very passionate about teaching! I have over 3 years of experience working both in person and online in Australian schools. I have a Bachelor of Arts degree from Deakin University, majoring in English, and have been accepted into the University of Melbourne to study a Master of Teaching degree. I love sports and movies, too!
Education: Bachelor of Arts majoring in English from Deakin University, graduated in 2019 with distinction.
Master of Teaching, University of Melbourne (ongoing)
Spoken Languages: English (Native: Australia / New Zealand), Indonesian (Conversational)
Lewis
Profession: Marketing Assistant
Marketing
I have worked in professional marketing departments for almost 10 years, and am passionate about marketing and design.
Graphic Designer
Design, Advertising
As a freelance graphic designer, I love to discuss all things design.
Interests: I have a keen interest in travelling, meeting new people and learning about different cultures. I have learnt foreign languages myself, and this has helped me to understand my students, and given me experience to help them overcome the challenges they face when learning english. I also enjoy music, as I play the piano.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Indonesian (Conversational)
Mr Smith
Profession: Currently teaching freediving in Bali, Indonesia
Interests: My hobbies include photography, music production, travel and freediving (apnea).
Education: I have a bachelor's in marine biology
I am a TESOL certified tutor.
Ran my own construction company for 18 years
AIDA master freediving instructor.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Welsh (Fluent), Indonesian (Basic), Spanish (Basic)
Mark C
Profession: Founder and Head of Teaching and Curriculum Development at Bisamake Makerspace in Bali, Indonesia.
Interests: 3D Design and 3D printing, Woodworking, Metalworking, Renewable Energy, Electric Vehicles, anything DIY
Education: Bachelor of Science in Electronics Technology from Coleman University
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Indonesian (Basic)