Stefanie Thomas
Profession: Behavioral therapist
Interests: Hi! I'm an educator that works with people on a bunch of different goals, including learning to speak in English.
My interests include popular media and culture such as TV, current events, movies, and sports. On my free time, I like to go out into nature or a nearby city and explore by hiking or checking out the shops!
Education: I have a Master's Degree in Forensic Psychology, and I've published research through my collegiate career. I've also worked in behavioral therapy professionally for over 5 years.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Fluent), French (Basic)
Mary-Louise
Profession: Full-time student and part-time planning assistant at a conservation authority (a local watershed management agency).
Interests: I am interested in the environment, the arts, history and science. Honestly, there is not much that I am not interested in, so I would love to discuss any topic!
Education: I am currently in the last year of my Bachelor in Environmental Science at the University of Ottawa in Ontario, Canada. I am actually completing my degree in French!
I am also currently completing my TEFL certificate because I would like to become a certified teacher within the next couple of years.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), French (Fluent)
Kit
Profession: Last Employment. Running a Fair Trade Community Cafe in Edinburgh.
Interests: Travel, meeting people, reading, cinema, music.
Education: Degree in French & Arabic. TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language)
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), French (Conversational)
jennapike
Profession: Registered Nurse
Interests: I love hanging out with my two dogs (and 6 chickens) on my mini-farm. I enjoy hiking, spending time with family, watching football and traveling.
Education: Bachelor of Science Nursing
Bachelor of Arts in Intercultural Studies
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), French (Basic)
Katherine Booth
Profession: Customer Happiness
Interests: I love exploring around my city and learning about other cultures! I moved around a lot growing up, so I love being able to speak with people around the world again!
Education: Honors Bachelor of Arts- International Relations, Economics, and French.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), French (Basic)
Tammy Richer
Profession: Quality Improvement Nurse; Edcuator for children with disabilities.
Interests: Nature enthusiast, dog walker, world traveler, ski/snowshoe/ice skate, kayaker, avid reader and writer.
Education: Bachelor of Arts in English and Psychology; Nursing diploma; One year full time TESL teaching program;
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), French (Native)
annastacey
Profession: Spanish teacher
Interests: I love teaching languages and sharing cultural exchanges. I would like to use my TEFL experience to open new doors for students by helping to improve their English skills. I also have a passion for cooking and learning about new foods from different cultures!
Education: 120-hour Virtual TEFL course from The TEFL.org
Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts with Spanish, from the University of Leeds (2016-2020)
Foundation Diploma in Art and Design from Leeds Arts University (2015-2016)
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Spanish (Fluent), French (Basic)
MISS KELSEY
Profession: Online Business + Empowerment Coach
Interests: nature, hiking, travelling, photography, spirituality, wellness, health, cooking, hosting dinners, camping, dancing, live music, astrology, personal development, inspiring others, podcasts, sunshine + beaches, graphic design
Education: Multimedia Design, Photography, Website development
Diploma in Marketing + Advertising, Business
Certified Holistic Health Coach
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), French (Basic)
Inez
Profession: former Industrial Engineer
Interests: I love reading, doing various crafts like crochet, and traveling (when possible). I have been fortunate enough to visit Belgium, Canada, France, Germany, India, Italy, and Switzerland. There are so many more countries I want to visit.
Education: Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), French (Conversational)
Meaghan
Profession: Receptionist/Sales Representative at Aveda Hair Salon.
Interests: Reading novels and poetry, writing, playing video games such as The Sims 4, traveling, hiking, cats, yoga, ballet, skin care and hair care, fashion listening and discovering new music.
Education: DEC in English Literature (CEGEP/College), 200h yoga instructor. Going back to school in a Communications program.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), French (Conversational)
Jenny Peacock
Profession: Online TEFL teacher
Interests: Family life! Kids, cooking, pets, travel, swimming, and daily survival in a busy world!
Friends! Having fun and meeting new people from different cultures to see different perspectives on the world.
Education: UK Qualified teacher with 4 years experience, including 1 year online TEFL experience.
I also have a degree in European Business and a Post Graduate Certificate of Education.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), French (Conversational)
Tiana
Profession: English Teacher
English Language Instruction
I have taught english on various online reputable platforms to young children, teenagers, adults and seniors for over 3 years. My students have come from all backgrounds. I have taught english grammar and phonics.
Interests: I love language, art, music and sports! I am a friendly and energetic teacher and I love to learn about other peoples interests, aspirations and cultures. I can't wait to help on your journey to learning English!
Education: University of Toronto TEFL Certificate
English Language Instruction
I received a 150 hour certificate for teaching english as a foreign language along with specialization in teaching Korean speakers and young learners.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), French (Fluent)
Nadia Bouzaidi
Profession: Coordinator, International Language Academy of Canada
Interests: Outside of work I love reading, watching movies, and travelling. This year I haven't been able to travel much internationally so I've gotten to experience more of the natural beauty surrounding Vancouver, and hopefully the rest of Canada as well!
Education: I graduated from the University of Ottawa with a Bachelor of Political Science and Psychology in 2018.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), French (Fluent)
LauraBM
Profession: Environmental Project Manager
Interests: I love languages and am currently living in the South West of France to help with learning French. I have travelled in New Zealand and South East Asia, and particularly love to travel with the Workaway scheme. I enjoy photography, hiking, good books and spending time with those I am closest to. I like to exercise, which at the moment involves cycling through the vineyards near me or doing a bit of yoga. I love meeting new people, and having a good chat with a stranger will always make my day! :)
Education: Bachelor of Science 1st Class Hons, Durham University. I also have an APM Project Management Qualification. I am also currently working on my TEFL qualification.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), French (Conversational)
ambennett90
Profession: Dancer/ Pilates Instructor/ English teacher
Interests: Dancing! Pilates, yoga, baking and travelling - I have travelled the world dancing on cruise ships.
Education: National Diploma in Professional Dance, NQF Level 6 - Stella Mann College of Performing Arts.
Certified Pilates Instructor - Health and Fitness Education.
TEFL Certified English Teacher
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), French (Fluent)
alexandra_elle
Profession: Teacher
Interests: I love hiking, watching TV, playing piano, listening to music, sewing, knitting, and writing!
Education: BA in Anthropology and Classical Studies from Whitman College, 2013
MA in Theatre and Global Development from the University of Leeds, 2016
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), French (Conversational), Spanish (Basic)
Samantha Bass
Profession: VIPKID English Teacher
English Language Instruction
Online English teacher for children aged 4-16
Production Associate/Stage Manager
Performing Arts
Prague Shakespeare Company
Interests: My interests include (but are not limited to) learning new languages, swimming, playing tennis, walking my dog, reading, listening to music, going to the theatre, watching movies, baking, and cooking.
Education: Honours Bachelor of Arts
Performing Arts
Theatre studies
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B)
Law
(In progress)
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), French (Conversational), Czech (Basic)
Julie
Profession: Teacher/Tutor
Interests: I enjoy traveling, hiking/walking, swimming, and reading. Being outside and spending time with friends and family are important to me.
Education: B.A. in French (Minor in Business), Central CT State University
Masters in Social Foundations of Education (Emphasis in International and Comparative Education), George Washington University/University of Iowa
Professional Program in Teacher Education K-6 Certification, Central CT State University
Academically and Intellectually Gifted Teacher Licensure Program, High Point University
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), French (Conversational)
Viki Love
Profession: Primary School Teacher
Interests: In 2017 I spent a month in India doing my teaching qualification to become a yoga teacher and it was here that I had the chance to teach the children who lived in the village basic English while I was studying. It was an extremely rewarding and gratifying experience that I wanted to continue! I love being outdoors, hiking and going to beach whenever possible and I draw, paint and play in the flute in my spare time. I also love to travel and the next place I want to visit is Thailand and Bali.
Education: PGCE Primary Education from Northumbria University, MSc Creative Advertising from Napier University, MA (Hons) History of Art from the University of Edinburgh, Certified yoga instructor
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), German (Conversational), French (Basic)
Joanna G
Profession: Private Spanish tutor.
Interests: I have always been interested in languages and enjoy learning about different cultures. I like sports, including swimming and tennis. One of my favourite things to do in my free time is to walk in the countryside with my two dogs. I also love cooking, reading and doing puzzles.
Education: I have graduated from a 120 hour TEFL Course.
I have a Bachelor's Degree in Spanish and French from Cambridge University.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Spanish (Fluent), French (Conversational)