sbourdon

Profession: Educator at lululemon

Interests: Love to travel, and workout and sweat in every-way, avid yogi and future chiropractor

Education: Bachelor of Physical Education with a Specialization in Health Promotion at Laurentian University. Studied Sport Science at the University of Jyvaskyla, Finland. Starting Chiropractic College at the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College in the fall

Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), French (Fluent)


Diane Red

Profession: Dance Movement Psychotherapist.

Interests: Hi everyone, I'm Irish and currently living in France. I have a passion for travel and have lived and worked in lots of different places. I enjoy playing some guitar, taking yoga classes and dance classes in my spare time. Right now I'm learning French so I understand the difficulties of learning a second language all too well, but I have lots of tips and tricks which keep me motivated and I'm happy to share them with you. If you like travel and culture I'm sure we would have lots to talk about.

Education: Level 5 Tefl Certificate, The TEFL Academy, Ofqual regulated award.

Master of Arts - (Goldsmiths University London, Dance Movement Psychotherapy),

BA with honours - The Laban Conservatoire, London. Contemporary Dance Theatre

Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), French (Conversational)


Kassya

Profession: Ultrasound Technologist

Interests: I have always enjoyed teaching students online. It is very rewarding to see my students progress.

I also love figure skating! I have been a certified coach since 2015 and I teach in my hometown.

I love dogs as well!

Education: 120-hour TESOL certificate (IOA), Ultrasound/Sonography Diploma from the Canadian National Institute of Health, Certified Canskate coach (Skate Canada)

Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), French (Fluent)


Teacher Charlotte

Profession: Early Years Coordinator and Early Years Teacher
Education
I was the Early Years coordinator and teacher for 2-3 year olds at an international school in Thailand.

Interests: Teaching! I love to teach! I trained as an Early Years and lower primary teacher and have taught all across EY, KS1 and KS2. I am also very creative. I love to sing, cook, draw, paint, sew and collage. I love to play board games and watch Disney movies!

Education: York St John University
Education
BA Hons Degree in Primary Education (3-7 years) Class II Division i

Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), French (Basic)


Hazel Ruth

Profession: English Teacher
Education
2020 - present

Interests: My interests include theatre, music, singing, travel, cooking and crafts. I've travelled a lot and lived in Spain for 9 years and love learning about other cultures.

Education: BA Acting and Community Theatre
Performing Arts
I obtained a degree in Acting from a UK Drama School.

Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Spanish (Fluent), French (Basic), German (Basic)


Heather YY

Profession: Residential Advisor for Havergal College (working in boarding)

Interests: I love travelling. I have been to over 50 countries around the world. Some of these I backpacked and others I travelled to while working on a cruise ship. I love hiking and camping. I actually spent a year studying at an outdoor program and then I worked as a sea kayak guide. I love reading, crotching, and playing board games. I am really social and love talking to friends over various types of beverages. My passion is hula hooping. I do many different tricks! Hope to talk to you soon :)

Education: I have a certificate in English Language teaching from TEFL Express (160 hours).

Bachelor of Arts with a Major in French as a Second Language and a Minor in Leisure Students from the University of Ottawa. Adventure Sports Certificate from Thompson Rivers University.

Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), French (Conversational), Spanish (Basic)


Elizabeth KH

Profession: Online English Teacher

Interests: Hi! I enjoy traveling (and have studied abroad twice), learning new languages (currently studying French and Spanish) and teaching English online! I have experience leading children from 3-17 years old in English conversations while teaching them new vocabulary and sentence structure. I enjoy talking to people about their cultures, opinions and experiences. When I'm not doing those things, I enjoy reading, practicing the violin and taking krav maga and kickboxing lessons.

Education: TESOL and TEFL certificate from the TEFL Academy

Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), French (Conversational), Spanish (Conversational)


Katie

Profession: VIP Kid
English Language Instruction
Teaching English for 6 years

Interests: Hello! I love baking, art, photography, traveling and animals. I've acquired a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology specializing in Child Development and also have a Minor Degree in Theatre. I am a TESOL certified English teacher, and I have done a lot of children's theatre. I am also passionate about meditation and have a 250 hour teaching certificate in Yoga. I can't wait to meet you. Let's chat!

Education: Bachelor of Science in Psychology
Education, English Language Instruction, Mental Health
Specialized in child development

Minor in Theatre and Preforming Arts
Performing Arts, Visual Arts, Writing and Journalism
Specialized in costume and set design

Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Basic), French (Basic)


Hayley Young

Profession: Primary School Teacher

Interests: I have lots of pets that I love to spend time with. I have a dog, a cat and lots of chickens! I also enjoy riding my bike and exploring my beautiful surroundings here in New Zealand. Music is another interest of mine, I play the ukulele and the keyboard.

Education: Bachelor of English ( Hons)
Post Graduate Certificate in Education ( teaching certificate)
TEFL 120 hour online certifcate

Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), French (Conversational)


Clare

Profession: Freelance writer, English tutor

Interests: Traveling, reading, hiking, running, creative writing (I have a blog!), learning about new cultures and speaking new languages. I'm also interested in discussing psychology and people's motivations for learning languages.

Education: Bachelor of Arts in English Literature and Creative Writing. I studied abroad in Wellington, New Zealand and have extensively studied Spanish and French.

Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Conversational), French (Conversational)


Aries F

Profession: Program Data Analyst

Interests: Photography, Art, Painting, Theater, Travel, Cultural Immersion, Learning new languages, Salsa Dancing, Cooking

Education: TEFL Certified from the International TEFL Academy

Associate of Science Degree in Photography from the Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale

Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Native), French (Basic)


Miss Catherine

Profession: English (TEFL) Teacher

Interests: I'm a friendly person who loves to travel and learn about other cultures and languages. I am also very creative and enjoying painting or doing crafts. I love to do sport and exercise, and enjoy having walks in the countryside.

Education: PGCE (Qualified Teacher Status) In teaching of foreign languages from Leeds University
BA Hons Spanish and Marketing from Lancaster University
Diploma in Speech and Drama from London College of Music and Media

Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Spanish (Fluent), French (Conversational)


Alex Orteig

Profession: ESL Teacher

Interests: Reading contemporary and classic literature, writing, cooking, yoga, surfing, dancing salsa

Education: Bachelor of Fine Arts in English Literature and Creative Writing;
CELTA Certification;

Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Conversational), French (Basic)


Tamah L

Profession: Grade 2 teacher

Interests: Hi! I'm a fun and easy-going person, who's lived on 4 continents. I love to travel, and so far I've been to 65 countries! I love yoga, photography and keeping active. I have a French Bulldog named Sadie, and I have a passion for the English language.

Education: I have a Bachelor of Education, as well as a Cambridge CELTA.

Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Spanish (Conversational), Afrikaans (Conversational), French (Basic)


Ms Randi

Profession: Music Teacher

Interests: I am a musician and I love learning new music and new instruments. I also enjoy hiking and gardening when the weather is warm.

Education: Bachelor of Science in Music and a Master Degree in Education

Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), French (Basic)


Lyndi V

Profession: English teacher, social media work

Interests: I love learning languages and traveling! I'm from the US and currently living in France teaching English. Let's chat!

Education: Bachelors in French and Communication Studies
CRLA's International Tutor Training Program Certification for Lifetime Certification for Certified Tutor

Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), French (Fluent), Spanish (Conversational), Arabic (Basic)


Teacher Marcie

Profession: Teaching - Foreign Language Teacher

Interests: Hello :) I am a very happy and positive person. I love meeting new people and learning new things. I have a dog named Nala who does everything with me. I enjoy being outside as much as possible either reading, playing sports, or hiking with my dog. I absolutely LOVE to TRAVEL and see all the amazing places and people in this world. I have been to over 30 countries. Two years ago I backpacked all of Asia for 9 months and was able to immerse myself totally in the Asian culture, it was wonderful!

Education: Bachelor of Education at University of Alberta, Advanced 3000-Hour Massage Therapy Diploma at Makami College, Teaching Music Globally Certification Liaocheng University (China) and my 150-Hour Master TEFL Certification with Global Language Training.

Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), French (Conversational)


Siobhan

Profession: Teacher
Education
I have taught English Literature, French, and English as a Second Language, over the last few years. I have worked with all ages groups, in my teaching career!

Interests: I love travelling, and have visited over 30 countries in my lifetime, adore movies, discussing new ideas with students, reading, meeting new people, and learning about new cultures!

Education: Honours, Bachelor of Arts, University of Toronto
Education
English Literature and World History were my subjects of studies.

Earned my Bachelor of Arts degree
Education
Additionally, I completed an exchange at Queen's University Satellite Campus, in Hailsham, England while completing this degree.

Bachelor of Education, Trent University
Education
English and History were my teachable subjects while completing this degree.

Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), French (Conversational), Spanish (Basic)


Stefaniia Dz

Profession: French Teacher in Canada

Interests: Hello! My name is Stefania! I love yoga, kickboxing and eating pizza!

Education: I have a Master of Teaching with a specialization in French teaching as well as an Honour Bachelor of Arts; both degrees from the University of Toronto in Canada

Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), French (Fluent), Spanish (Native)


Connie TL

Profession: I worked as a quality assurance microbiologist from 2010-2020, but now I'm studying to be a full-time teacher.

Interests: I live in rural Nova Scotia. I am a Girl Guide leader, and I like to spend time outdoors hiking, camping, and gardening.

Education: Bachelor of Science (double major) in Microbiology and Immunology and Spanish from Dalhousie University;
Advanced Diploma in Food Safety from The Marine Institute of Memorial University of Newfoundland;
Currently completing Bachelor of Education from St. Francis Xavier University.
TESOL certificate from the International Open Academy.

Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), French (Basic), Spanish (Basic)