Rose Co
Profession: Tutoring.
Interests: Hello, I am a student at UNCW who loves Science and English classes. I am currently home because of COVID and I love good indie films. I enjoy politics and I am a huge people person.
Education: Getting My B.S in Biology and my B.A In political science with a minor in chemistry.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), French (Basic)
Cherie K
Profession: ESL online instructor
Interests: Hello! My name is Cherie and I have always loved dancing and writing. I have been teaching social and ballroom dance (salsa, cha cha, swing, waltz, Argentine tango etc.) since 1998, and I have been writing short stories and poems since I was 7! I like to journal every day, and recently I wrote and produced a play that ran for 6 shows in my city. I love animals, walking in nature, and meeting people from other places. I hope to meet you soon!
Education: Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies from Concordia University,
TESL from Oxford Seminars 2015,
TESOL from International Open Academy 2019
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), French (Conversational)
Katie Hall
Profession: Freelance English Teacher and Outdoor Instructor
Interests: I love running, sailing, climbing and everything to do with the outdoors. I also play the piano and guitar, and enjoy pyrography (art created through burning wood).
Education: International Relations MA (Hons) with colours from the University of Edinburgh. TEFL 140 hour Certified. Qualified RYA Sailing Instructor. PVG and DBS disclosure checked.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), French (Conversational)
Katie PD
Profession: Finance, Luxury travel, Recruitment, Ski Tourism
Interests: Skiing, reading, hiking, running, fitness, food, new experiences, yoga, travel
Education: TEFL qualified
A Levels
Diploma in Accounting
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), French (Conversational)
Nadia Langley
Profession: Full-time student.
Interests: I like to think of myself as a very artistic person. I've been involved with theatre and performance arts all throughout school, taking a particular interest in improv. I am part of an improv troupe that focuses on long-form improv, a distinct and rewarding art form I could discuss for hours. To relax I enjoy reading adventure novels, spending time with my dog on long car rides, and exploring different water color techniques.
Education: Graduated high school with 3.9 GPA and French language coursework from University of Wisconsin Madison. Currently enrolled in a 4-year college with a focus on French, Arabic, and linguistics; undeclared major. Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) certification from the International Open Academy.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Arabic (Basic), French (Conversational)
Gaura
Profession: Safety and emergency procedures trainer
Interests: I'm interested in cooking, healthy lifestyle, popular culture. I enjoy spending time in nature and i travel every year to discover new places. I have worked in aviation training, therefore have a lot of experience with trainees from all around the world. I can speak English in a very casual manner as well as a more formal manner, depending on your preference.
Education: BSC Complementary Medicine
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), French (Basic)
Sophia Dorleus
Profession: Student at Kennesaw State University
Interests: Hello everyone,
My name is Sophia, and an interesting fact about me is I love to act, play Rugby, and I love impersonations. P.S I am also a twin.
Education: Bachelors of Science, Kennesaw State University Dec 2021
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), French (Basic)
Cicely Sinclair
Profession: Masters Student
Interests: Skateboarding, Rollerskating, Skiing, Art Films, Guitar, Reading, Science, Nature, Hiking, Painting, Jewellery making, Cycling, Music, Languages, Dancing.
Education: Bachelor of Science: University of Aberdeen
Master of Science: Autonomous University of Barcelona
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Spanish (Conversational), French (Basic)
Lena Allen
Profession: Professor of English Literature; also many years' experience as an English editor and proofreader
Interests: Reading, listening to music, watching movies, traveling to new places, learning new languages
Education: I have a PhD in English and a MA in English. I also have a BA in English with a minor in French.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), French (Conversational), Spanish (Basic)
Gabby Hogan
Profession: Legal Recruitment Consultant
Interests: In my spare time I love to visit the theatre or go to art galleries with my friends - I love painting and drawing and being creative. I also play tennis every week and am about to start taking lessons so maybe I can finally win a game!
Education: BA Jurisprudence (Law) - Oxford University 2.i
43 Points in the IB - including higher level English, Art & Geography
13 GCSE qualifications at A* & A including English, Maths, 3x Science, French and German.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), French (Conversational)
B Wilson
Profession: Law Graduate
Interests: Hello! My name is Brooke.
I am from England and I have an English accent that is super easy to understand. I live in France and had to learn French so I understand the difficulties that come with learning another language.
I love to travel, I enjoy meeting people from all different areas of the world and learning about different cultures. I recently travelled to Asia and it was amazing, now I'm excited to visit other places! I also love animals, music, and art!
I can't wait to meet you!
Education: I have a master's degree in international law and a 120 hour Teach English as a foreign language certificate.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), French (Fluent), Spanish (Basic)
Liv Han
Profession: Safari Tour Guide
Interests: I'm an absolute nerd! I love Star Wars, Harry Potter, Percy Jackson, and anything animal related! I'm a science geek as well, and I cosplay on the side! I'm a really big reader, and I love to paint and write.
Education: Earning a Bachelors of Science in Animal Sciences, Pre-Veterinary Medicine
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), French (Basic)
Willis J
Interests: I love studying languages! I've studied French, Arabic, Spanish, and German, and I'm interested in so many more. Some of my hobbies include cooking/baking, listening to audio books, knitting, horseback riding, gardening, and Bollywood dance.
Education: Master of Arts in Translation Studies
Writing and Journalism
Concordia University - In progress
Bachelor of arts in Linguistics
English Language Instruction
Reed College - 2018
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), French (Conversational), Spanish (Conversational), Arabic (Basic)
Reham O
Profession: I have a degree in interior designing but Education has always been my passion and calling :)
Interests: World Traveler, Avid reader, Loves meeting new people and sharing experiences and ideas.
Education: Masters of Education, Curriculum, and Assessment from Walden University- Minneapolis, USA. Cambridge CELTA and TESOL certified ESL teacher (Arizona State University. certified in Blended Learning.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Arabic (Fluent), French (Basic), German (Basic)
Kathryn Burress
Profession: Freelance Digital Media Creation
Interests: I'm a photographer who is very interested in makeup, skincare, and haircare. For fun, I make YouTube and TikTok videos. I love Harry Potter and The Vampire Diaries (I've met Ian Somerhalder!)
Though I haven't been able to do so recently, I love to travel and have visited England, France, Spain, Portugal, and Germany. The top countries on my bucket list are Croatia, Greece, and Italy. Hopefully I will get to visit them someday!
Education: Bachelor of Fine Arts in Photography from Parsons School of Design
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), French (Basic)
Emily
Profession: Accountancy
Interests: My interests are: volunteering, writing, musical theater, dialect coaching, educating myself on matters outside my field of comfort, and problem-solving.
My hobbies are: history, travelling, making videos, writing short stories, optimizing a budget and gaming (console and role-play)
Education: Bachelor of Science in Accountancy from Southern Illinois University of Edwardsville
Master of Science in Accountancy from Maryville University of St. Louis
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Czech (Basic), French (Basic)
Dakota
Profession: Teacher, counselor, nanny
Interests: In my free time, I enjoy walking my dog, soaking up the sun at the beach, crocheting, sewing, cooking, traveling, and spending time with friends and family. I love learning new things and meeting new people!
Education: Bachelor of Arts
Master of Arts
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), French (Basic)
Jodie
Profession: Actor/Writer and Nanny
Interests: When I lived in Paris I was so shy and embarrassed to use my French that I would keep my head down at all times and avoid eye contact to make sure no one talked to me! My French is ok - especially my comprehension - but it would be so much better if I'd had more confidence back then.
Basically, don't be afraid to mess up! Talk to me about what you love - I love theatre, books and food... Never be embarrassed that you're challenging yourself and I promise you we'll have so much fun!
Education: Bachelor of Performing and Screen Arts from Unitec Performing Arts School in Auckland
Spoken Languages: English (Native: Australia / New Zealand), French (Basic)
Alanah C
Profession: Student
Interests: Hey there students! My name is Alanah and here are some of my interests and life experiences. I have traveled to New Zealand and lived there for two years, where I biked the country. I am currently living in India studying Sanskrit. Some of my interests include yoga, philosophy, sustainable living, art, mindfulness, reading, and psychology.
Education: I have a diploma in Photography and I am in the process of completing my BA in Social Studies. I am also currently completing my TESOL certificate.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), French (Conversational)
Katie Rogen
Profession: University Student
Interests: Languages and linguistics, learning about different cultures, travelling, the arts; cinema, photography, film and sports such as snowboarding, hiking, cycling and sailing!
Education: In final year of my Master of Arts degree in French and Hispanic Studies at the University of Aberdeen, Scotland.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), French (Conversational), Spanish (Conversational)