Virginia O
Profession: Finance and Music
Interests: music, theatre, physical fitness, dance, film
Education: Bachelor of Fine Art from Fredonia State University
CFP Certified Financial Planner CFP in progress from Boston University
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), French (Fluent), Hausa (Basic), Fula (Basic)
Daphney
Profession: Cultural and Language Assistant
Interests: Reading, yoga, hiking, traveling, and learning to cook.
Education: Bachelor's Degree in Biology
Master's Degree in Nutrition
Spoken Languages: Hausa (Native)
Najwa L.
Profession: Student
Interests: I enjoy travelling and meeting new and interesting people! Love love love food (especially from different parts of the world), television, art, and music! Also enjoy sharing ideas on how to work together to improve people's lives and the world. :)
Education: .
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Hausa (Native)
chetanesl1
Profession: I am a professional photographer, film maker and language tutor
Interests: I am a professional photographer, I like film making and painting. I have travelled around the world and visited over 50 countries. I love cooking.
Education: Bachelor of Arts in Photography from Nottingham Trent University; TESOL & TEFL 120 hour course; 50 hour TEO course
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Spanish (Fluent), Gujarati (Conversational)
Saj H
Profession: Class teacher, ESOL tutor, Phase leader.
Interests: I love sports, particularly football and cricket. I enjoy reading, keeping fit and keeping up to date with current affairs.
Education: BA Hons, Qualified teacher, ESOL tutor, Senior Leader.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Gujarati (Fluent)
Shivan C
Profession: Currently a student at UTMB Medical School
Interests: I love to dance, play the piano, and do all kinda of art- such as drawing and painting. I also enjoy traveling and have been to over 20 countries!
Education: Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of Texas at Austin, with a Management major. Currently attending medical school at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston. Certified in CPR.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Gujarati (Fluent), Spanish (Basic)
Keena P
Profession: 14 years of teaching children and adults of all levels.
Education, Entrepreneurship, English Language Instruction, Internet
Teaching a range of subjects in English to students with varying abilities.
Interests: Hello my name is Keena and I am based in London, United Kingdom.
I have a Master’s degree in Computer Animation and I have my own art business.
I have a TESOL-120 hour qualification and have been teaching for 14 years. I have experience with both young learners and adults of all abilities. I am also accustomed to conducting business English lessons.
My personal attributes include being organised, giving great attention to detail, being punctual and most importantly, enjoying teaching and helping others. I have a naturally nurturing personality and find student progress very rewarding.
My approach to teaching is gentle yet thorough. I do believe learning should be enjoyable and not a chore. So I always try my best to make it a positive experience.
When I'm not teaching I like to make colourful paintings, take my dog for a walk and I like to learn about technology.
I really look forward to seeing you in my class so please go ahead and book a lesson with me!
Thank you.
Education: MSc Computer Animation
Advertising, Entrepreneurship, Internet, Technology
Creating 2D and 3D animated graphics and films.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Gujarati (Conversational)
Shahira Karmali-
Profession: Tour Guide Co-ordinator, Aga Khan Centre, London
Education, Building and Architecture, Hospitality and Tourism, Training and Development
responsible for training Tour Guides, liaising with community groups, tour guides and building management to deliver a programme of community days and tours to the general public as well as invited guests including architects and educationalists.
Communications Coordinator, IIS
Education, Marketing
My main responsibilities were -
• Editing and writing articles for The IIS Update (annual ‘’e-zine’ and donor magazine)
• Updating, sourcing, and writing feature and news stories on the company website
• Developing e-mail marketing and mailshots
Interests: I look forward to meeting potential students
Education: MSc E Business Systems Designs, University of Westminster
Education, Technology, Internet
graduated with Distinction
BA(Hons) Economics
Education
first degree with specialism in Politics and Philosophy
CIM Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing
Advertising, Education, Entrepreneurship
Marketing Planning & Control, Marketing Analysis,
Marketing Communications, International Marketing (graded A)
CELTA (Cambridge) Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
Education, English Language Instruction
Grade B - Merit
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), French (Conversational), Gujarati (Conversational)
reena2808
Profession: Copywriter
Writing and Journalism
Wrote articles and descriptions for blogs and websites
Interests: I enjoy travelling and learning about different places and cultures - if this is something you also enjoy then I cannot wait to hear about your most interesting experiences.
If you like to discuss the latest TV shows, movies, and your favourite books, then I would love to compare our thoughts on anything we have both seen or get more recommendations on anything that I haven't.
Education: BA (Hons) English Literature with Study Abroad
Research
Studied English Literature at the University of Exeter in England
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Spanish (Conversational), Gujarati (Fluent)
Ashina P
Profession: Student
Interests: I love to dance, read and play the piano and viola! I have lived in America my whole life and love to travel to different countries. I have traveled to Japan, Greece, Italy and India!
Education: I have a Bachelor of Arts in Cell Biology and Neuroscience and am currently working on my Masters of Science. I hope to be attending medical school by next year.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Gujarati (Conversational)
Punita Shah
Profession: Dentist
Interests: - Love anything outdoors: running, trekking, cycling, bird watching, the list goes on...
- Yoga and meditation
- Making jigsaw puzzles
- Journalling
- Painting
- Spending time with family!
Education: - GCSE's and A-Levels (Chemistry, Biology and Maths)
- Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS)
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Gujarati (Conversational)
Mansi Sanghvi
Profession: Virtual Medical Rounds Internship with Dr. Abbas Naqvi (May 2020 - Present) - Online
Interests: I used to be on a soccer team, tennis team, and swim team in high school. I love to read books. My favorite book series of all time is the "Harry Potter" Series. In 2018, I volunteered at a local school in Bengaluru, India, where I helped children in poverty with disabilities, make paper bags and floor mats, which the school sold to raise money.
Education: Rutgers University (2019-2023)- New Brunswick, New Jersey
(Current Sophomore)
Bachelor of Arts in Cell Biology and Neuroscience
Paramus High School (2015-2019) -Paramus, New Jersey (GPA: 4.36)
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Gujarati (Basic)
Shabina Meghani
Profession: Currently I work as a therapist for children with special needs
Interests: I love to go out and be one with nature. This can mean camping, hikinhg or just a quick stroll around the neighbourhood. Nothing delights me more than a good, thought provoking movie and of course comedy movies since we all need humor in our lives!
Education: Masters of Science in Psychology with a specialization in Applied Behaviour Analysis
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Gujarati (Conversational), Bangla (Basic)
Sonia_Patel
Profession: UAB Medicine
Medicine
Graduate Student Associate in the Advanced Practice Providers Department
Interests: Reading, Being Social, Politics, Photography, Videography, Baking, Cooking, Healthy Eating, Public Health, Fitness
Education: Master in Business Administration
Entrepreneurship
The University of Alabama at Birmingham
Master in Healthcare Administration
Medicine
The University of Alabama at Birmingham
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Gujarati (Native), Spanish (Basic)
Chetna Bhoola
Profession: I'm an ESL teacher at a leading language center in Vietnam and have over 8 years experience in advertising as an Account Director.
Interests: I enjoy traveling and learning about different cultures and have been to 13 countries. I'm excited about life-long learning. The more I know the more I can share. I’ve always enjoyed dancing as a hobby. For me this is a great way to have fun and just enjoy the moment (and stay fit). Some random things about myself - I love watching whales, quirky stationery and in my free time I enjoy watching comedies, stand-up comedy and hanging out with my close family and friends.
Education: BA Honours in Strategic Brand Leadership from Vega School of Brand Leadership, South Africa. BA in Tourism Management from Cape Peninsula University of Technology, South Africa. 168 hour Combination TEFL Certification from The TEFL Academy, UK.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Afrikaans (Conversational), Gujarati (Conversational), German (Basic)
Avnee P
Profession: Public Health specialist
Interests: painting, swimming, watching football, traveling and exploring
Education: Bachelors of Sciences
Masters in Public Health
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Gujarati (Fluent), Spanish (Conversational)
Simal P
Profession: Maths teacher
Interests: In my spare time, I enjoy puzzles and reading.
I like to do escape rooms with my partner.
I enjoy yoga and am currently working through a 30 day at home programme.
I enjoy reading crime and thriller novels as well as an array of none fiction books.
I take part in conversation exchanges to learn French and enjoy talking to people from all over the world!
Education: BA in English Language and Literature - University of Liverpool
MA in Renaissance and 18th Century Literature - University of Liverpool
PGCE in Mathematics in Secondary Education with QTS
MA in Transformational Leadership (Teach First)
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), French (Conversational), Gujarati (Conversational)
Mac Sumner
Profession: Teacher
Interests: I am a musician; I play the violin, guitar, and sing. I love reading and spending time in outdoors!
Education: Bachelor of Arts in English Literature from Knox College, including study abroad in Canada. Certified TEFL instructor.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Galician (Conversational), Spanish (Conversational)
Jack Kavanagh
Profession: Sales Production Coordinator at Secret Escapes
Interests: I love travel, exploring new cultures and meeting people from across the world. I'm also lucky enough to have lived abroad in France and Spain.
Inland boating is a passion of mine (I live on a narrowboat on the canal and river network in England).
I love being outdoors! I'm easily spotted running, cycling, hiking or kayaking.
Education: French Studies (BA Honours) – 2.1 with distinction in French language
Sep 2012 – May 2016
University of Portsmouth, UK
Erasmus Programme
Sep 2014 – May 2015
Université Lumière Lyon 2, France (Sep 2014 – May 2015)
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), French (Fluent), Spanish (Conversational), Galician (Basic)
Russell Robert
Profession: Financial Adviser
Interests: Hi everyone, my name is Rob and I'm from Dublin, Ireland. I'm 27 years old and I have spent the last 3 years travelling South East Asia and Australia. I'm currently living in Hanoi, Vietnam. I enjoy all types of sports! I also love outdoor activities including hiking, camping, swimming and mountain biking. I'm very easy to communicate with and I'm a great listener. I can help improve all aspects the English language and together we will be speaking fluently in no time!
Education: 168-hour online Level 5 TEFL Certification
Higher Degree in Financial Services (NFQ Level 8) (Distinction)
Professional Diploma in SME Credit (NFQ Level 8) (1stClass Honors)
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Galician (Conversational), Spanish (Basic)