Owen Delaney
Profession: Formerly English Language Teacher at the Swan Training Institute in Dublin. Currently third-level student.
Interests: Very interested in History, enjoy hiking, travelling abroad and gaming!
Education: B.A. Hons. in History from Trinity College Dublin, completed in 2020. Plan to study for a MLitt in Middle Eastern History at the University of St Andrews in Scotland.
C.E.L.T. from the Swan Training Institute in Dublin, awarded in 2019.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Irish (Conversational), French (Basic)
Sean O
Profession: ESL Teacher and Writer
Interests: I love travelling and I have been to over 40 countries. I also love reading, hiking, music, films, football, politics and photography. As well as an English teacher I am also a travel writer and I have published two books so far. I am also a qualified Dog Trainer.
Education: Certificate in English Language Teaching (CELT) 120 hours - SWAN English Language Training Institute, Dublin, Ireland.
Degree in Politics, University College Dublin, Ireland.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Spanish (Conversational), Irish (Basic)
Adam native speaker
Profession: General Operative
Interests: I love to travel I have been to 13 countries now and I used to live in the USA. I am a fan of self development so I like to do things that will better myself. Exercising is a key aspect of my life as I train hard 5 days a week and I also meditate daily.
Education: I have recently completed my TEFL teaching certificate and I also have a level 6 Business certificate.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Irish (Basic), Spanish (Basic)
Brendan Obyrne
Profession: English Language teacher
Interests: I like most sports - both playing and watching. I've recently got into hiking. I'm also interested in history, philosophy and politics
Education: BA in history and geography from the National University of Ireland
Higher diploma in Education also from the National University of Ireland
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Spanish (Fluent), Irish (Basic), French (Basic)
Richard JD
Profession: English Language Teacher, Sound Designer for Theatre and Film
Interests: While music will always be my first love, I am also passionate about literature, theatre, film and visual art. As well as teaching, I work as a sound designer and composer for theatre, and sometimes as an actor. I play a few instruments, make electronic music and write short fiction. I'm fascinated by technology and dabble in DIY electronics. For exercise, I love cycling, climbing and video games. I also love food, I'm a big coffee enthusiast, and I'm always planning my next holiday.
Education: Bachelor of Arts in Drama and Theatre Studies from Trinity College, Dublin;
Cambridge CELTA (Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults) from International House, Dublin
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), German (Basic), Irish (Basic)
Conor CB
Interests: My interests include running, badminton, writing, drawing and photography. I have travelled fairly extensively around Europe and Southern Africa both as holidays as while as part of volunteering programs.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Irish (Basic)
Stephen Hackett
Profession: English teacher/language assistant
Interests: Travelling and playing sports, as well as getting to meet new people and discover new exeriences
Education: Bachelor of Arts in French and Media Studies, Level 8
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), French (Fluent), Irish (Conversational)
Eanna R
Profession: Tutor and Tour Guide
Interests: • Volunteer English teacher at a local primary school Espiritu Santo in San Antonio, Chile (2019-2020)
• Led and participated in a UNESCO Child and Family Research Centre project at the National University of Ireland, Galway as a youth researcher (2014-2017).
• Performed in and helped curate the prestigious Galway Jazz Festival in 2017 and 2018.
• Was invited to perform music for the President of Ireland in Áras an Uachtaráin on June 29th 2018.
Education: 2013 – 2017 B.A. in Jazz Performance (Second Class Honours, Grade 1) Dublin City University
2018 - Present TEFL Certification (TQUK Level 5) TEFL Institute of Ireland, Dublin
2018 – 2019 Advanced Certificate in TEFL Classroom Methodologies TEFL institute of Ireland, Galway
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Irish (Native), Spanish (Fluent)
Mark Curran
Profession: Video recording and production of the Tamalpais Union High School District board meetings. Current Official Kids Class Teacher for Palfish.
Interests: I like the oudoors, nature, hiking, fishing, animals, photography, cooking and travel.
Education: Bachelor of Science, Management Science, Bridgewater State University, Massachusetts.
Video Production, BAVC, San Francisco, CA
Tefl Certificate, Mytefl
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Irish (Native), French (Conversational), Spanish (Basic)
Aengus M
Profession: English Teacher
Interests: My main interests include reading and writing, sports (especially football and rugby), music (both playing and listening), and travel
Education: Bachelor of Arts in English Literature and Classical Civilizations; Master's in Creative Writing; CELTA certificate in Teaching English as a Foreign Language.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Spanish (Fluent), French (Basic), Irish (Native)
Darragh Casey
Profession: Teacher, chef, poker events
Interests: • Guitar playing and singing
• Sport and fitness: (golf, running,pool,gym, football and GAA)
• Travel - I have lived and worked in Australia, France, Brazil and Vietnam
• Continuous Personal development and education
Education: Experienced ESL teacher with a CELT (TEFL) qualification, a Level 8 Undergraduate qualification in Business and Management and a level 8 Postgraduate qualification in Food Science.
Other;
Level 5 FETAC Nutrition (Distinction)
Level 5 FETAC Certificate in Professional Cookery
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Irish (Conversational)
Conrad Jones
Profession: Freelance Writer
Interests: I love learning about other cultures! I've lived in Spain, England, America and have loved meeting new people and finding out as much as I can about their way of life. Language is very important to me. Foreign languages and learning more about my native tongue is so interesting to me. That's why I love talking to people, because together we find little quirks or differences in our speech, and a good conversation can always lead somewhere interesting where you learn something new.
Education: Bachelor of Arts in Film studies and Spanish - Trinity College, Dublin
Currently applying for Masters in Creative Advertising
80+ hours TEFL certificate
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Spanish (Conversational), Irish (Basic)
Owen Kell
Profession: English Teacher, Barcelona football club 2018-2019, English Teacher PPVVietnam 2019- present
Interests: Football, Soccer, Jiu Jitsu, Rock Climbing, Skateboardng, Art, Photography, Music Books, Movies/TV, cooking, eating, reading, drawing, painting, keeping myself fit and healthy.
Education: Bachelor's Degree, Limerick School of Art and Design. Specializing in Fine Art
TEFL Certified teacher, teaching in Spain and Vietnam
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Spanish (Basic), Irish (Conversational)
Des Cooke
Profession: Tutoring
Education
Tutored school children for 4+ years
Interests: Politics, current affairs, sports, popular culture, technology
Education: Bachelors of Common Law
Law
Irish law graduate from University College Dublin
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Irish (Conversational), Spanish (Basic)
Damien
Profession: Marketing
Interests: Singing is my favorite hobby!
🎤 I got a scholarship to study vocal performance at a music college in London, and I've performed in theaters around the UK and Ireland.
I also love acting 🎭, musical theatre, yoga 🧘🏾♂️, movies 📽, live music 🎶, traveling✈️, and journalling📓.
Education: Professional Diploma in Digital Marketing
Advertising
An intensive course covering all areas of digital marketing including Paid Search, SEO, Social Media Marketing, Google Analytics and Digital Marketing Strategy.
Bachelor of International Business
Advertising
An honors degree program that develops knowledge and understanding of the fundamental concepts, principles, theories, practices and legislative frameworks underlying enterprises that trade internationally.
Higher National Diploma in Music Performance
Performing Arts
This one year intensive course develops the skills required for professional musicianship, incorporating modules in music business, music theory, production, and a variety of musical genres.
Advanced Performance Acting Certificate
Performing Arts
A part-time practical performance year, this course develops perceptive, spontaneous, and imaginative approaches to acting in a structured and supportive environment.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), French (Conversational), Irish (Basic), German (Basic)
Martin flood
Profession: Currently, I work in I.T. as a web designer. I also work very closely with a large portfolio of clients teaching them web design skills.
Interests: I have many varied interests and hobbies. These include playing instruments (keyboards, drums, but to mention a few). Spending time with my son. Going to gigs, and playing rugby. I also love a good movie, and try to get to the movie theater at least once a month with my partner.
Education: I have a degree in Primary School teaching from here in the UK, as well as a TEFL certificate which I did back in the 1990's after my degree. I have recently done a refresher course and completed a TESOL certificate online. I have various other I.T. qualifications as I work in this field also. I like to bring a relaxed environment to my students, making it easy for them to understand as well as learn in a positive, fun and engaging way.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Irish (Native)
brian scollard1
Profession: E.M.G. Education 2019: August-2020 Feb: 4th grade English, Maths and science Teacher.
Interests: I love literature, music and drama, Running and swimming regularly. I am a keen reader and often write short stories for fun.But my main passion for many years has been the equine disciplines.
Education: 140-hour intensive level 5 TEFL course
B.A. Second Class honours in English and History.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Irish (Conversational)
Colm Ó Mainnín
Profession: Student. Bartender for 7 years
Interests: I'm 24 years old and originally from the West of Ireland. Currently reside in Yorkshire, within the UK.
My past times include: Rugby, going to the gym, reading, music, going out with friends, Netflix and learning.
I'm currently a university student, studying physiotherapy.
I speak fluent English, and speak an intermediate-advanced level of Irish (Gaeilge).
Education: Bsc. (Ord) in Health Science and Physiology
QQI Level 4 Qualification in Door Security Proceedings
Bsc (Hons) in Physiotherapy (ongoing)
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Irish (Conversational)
Pete Dunne
Profession: I am a University Professor.
Interests: I love to read, listen to music and stay fit. I play guitar, I love to cook, train martial arts and travel all over the world. I was born in Ireland, worked and studied New York, California, London and now Madrid.
Education: Masters in Teaching. M.A. Languages: Trinity College Dublin.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Spanish (Fluent), German (Conversational), Irish (Fluent)
Matthew Conlan
Profession: Teacher
Interests: I have lived in four different countries - the UK, Ireland, Spain, and Vietnam. I love travelling to new places and finding out about different cultures and cuisines! I also love playing different sports such as football, golf, and Gaelic Football (a type of football played in Ireland) and I love listening to and playing music.
Education: Bachelor's Degree in International Business Studies and Spanish.
CELTA English teaching qualification.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Spanish (Fluent), Irish (Basic)