annashildrick

Profession: Head of English
Education
I have designed the curriculum for the English-speaking elementary, middle, and high school sections of a number of schools.

Language and Literature Teacher
Education
I have taught universal literature, French, Spanish, and English languages, and exam preparation for all ages and levels for over 25 years.

Project Manager
English Language Instruction
I designed and delivered a course of study on the English language for refugees in the United Kingdom.

Freelance Translator & Content Writer
Writing and Journalism
I am a translator, proofreader, and localization professional. I work with English>Spanish>English and French>English/Spanish, and I write content for a number of academic websites.

Interests: I love travelling, immersing myself in nature, and the arts. I love kayak, horseback riding, and hiking. My greatest joy is learning about the world around me.

Education: B.A. (Hons) Modern European Studies
Government
This was a fascinating course of study covering International Relations, during a time when the USSR was dissolved and the Berlin Wall came down. I also studied French and German language and literature and translating and interpreting skills.

PGCE (Post Graduate Certification in Education)
Education
A post-graduate course in teaching with a focus on adult education.

TEFL Full Circle
English Language Instruction
A 160 hour course on English language instruction.

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


Jillian B

Profession: English Teacher

Interests: I love dancing, reading, and traveling! I was a dance teacher for 5 years. As for reading, I now host my own book club just for fun! I traveled around Europe when I lived in France, and I can't wait to travel more in the future!

Education: University of Oklahoma, B.A. in Letters and French
TESOL Certificate

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


Dakota Marie

Profession: English Second Language Teacher

Interests: I have lived in the USA, Germany, Belgium and The Netherlands. I love to travel to new places. My favorite part about exploring Europe is eating different food everywhere I go! In my free time, I study French and Greek.

Education: Master's Degree in Sociology. Bachelor Degree in Psychology. Basic & Adanced TESOL Teaching Certifications.

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


Jade

Profession: Teacher
Education
Classroom teacher, K-12.

VIPkid
English Language Instruction
ESL tutor.

BlingABC
English Language Instruction
ESL tutor

Interests: In addition to my love of teaching, I love to spend time with my family and pets. I love reading and watching movies (especially Marvel and Superhero movies!) I enjoy painting and learning languages. I enjoy learning about other cultures (language, food and traditions).

Education: Bachelor of Art in English
English Language Instruction
Université Sainte Anne
Bachelor of English

Bachelor of Education
Education
University of Maine at Fort Kent
Bachelor of Education

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


Marigold Penrose

Profession: English as a Second Language Teacher

Interests: Cooking, baking, gardening, swimming, hiking, snowboarding, camping, travel, writing, reading

Education: TEFL diploma from learnTEFL, TESOL diploma from International Open Academy, Journalism Degree from Assiniboine College in Canada

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


Pearce

Profession: Bartender

Interests: I am a law student, living in Brighton. I travelled around Europe for 2 years teaching English as a Second Language.

Education: Student
Law
Studying Law

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


Lily November

Profession: ESL tutor, Artist

Interests: I like languages, travel, dancing, cooking, drawing, painting, and everything about the beach! I also like to learn new things, so tell me what you like! If you want to talk about computers, programming, or even construction, I would like to learn about it! :)

Education: I studied French, English, and Education at Harding University

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


Jen Mi

Interests: travelling, languages, psychology, philosophy, animals, yoga, swimming, reading, watching TV shows

Education: PGCE (MFL) Durham University
Education
Teacher of Modern Foreign Languages (with QTS)
Teaching: Outstanding
Degree with distinction

MA Psychology with French
Education, Mental Health
University degree.
First class.

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


Yolanda Forster

Profession: Teacher of English for Academic Purposes
English Language Instruction, Research, Education
I've taught English for Academic Purposes and IELTS to students with conditional offers at a major Australian university. I currently teach English in a high school in Melbourne.

Breastfeeding and Birth Educator
Non-profit, Education
I have worked as a volunteer and as a freelance educator in helping pregnant women and new mothers with breastfeeding and birth education.

Interests: I read mostly non-fiction: the news, biographies, history, linguistics. I walk my dog and look after my garden. I look forward for a chance to go hiking, or paddle boarding or go on a day trip to a nice cafe or restaurant in another town.

Education: MA Applied Linguistics and TESOL, Post Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE), BA English
Education, English Language Instruction, Writing and Journalism, Research
I'm a UK qualified teacher with experience in four countries. I teach English for Academic Purposes and General English to non-native speakers and taught English and Literature to native speakers. I've also taught Spanish and French in the UK.

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


Angela

Profession: Special Educator
Education
I have worked with children in primary and secondary schools. My job was to take the teacher's lessons and adapt them according to the student's needs. I have also worked with adults who want to learn English.

Special Educator
Non-profit
Working with teenagers who have behavioral issues.

Special Educator
Education
Worked in a Highschool with teens who had special needs. Adapted lessons so the student could accomplish successfully his or her studies.

Educator
Education
Taught children and teenagers privately through Primary and Highschool.

Teaching English as a second language
Education
Adapting programs to help students learn English as a second language.

Interests: I enjoy cooking, many forms of crafts, reading, animals, music, gardening, movies and travel

Education: DEC
Education
Special Care Counseling/
Special Education

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


Mel A.

Profession: Online ESL teacher
English Language Instruction
2017 - 2021 /
2023 - 2024 /

As an online ESL teacher for several years, I've specialized in helping both children and adults improve their English conversation skills.

Interests: Hi there,
My name is Mel, I am from the UK and am currently travelling around South East Asia!

Education: BA International Event Management
Hospitality and Tourism
University of Brighton

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


Roxann S

Profession: English teacher

Interests: traveling, cooking, reading, different cultures, etc...

Education: BA in Intl Languages and TESOL certification in 2001

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


Teacher Cecilia

Profession: Corporate English Coach to Spanish speakers
English Language Instruction
For the past 2 years I have been teaching individuals and groups, focusing on vocabulary and scenarios unique to their company or industry.

Interests: Living abroad has been a very interesting experience. It is something I would recommend for any who are interested in giving it a try!

Education: Canadian Institute of English
English Language Instruction, Education
I attended in 2004 and earned a TESOL Certification and a Second Language Acquisition Methodology Certification for teaching French as a Second Language, as well.

Formal Education -
Education, Government, Writing and Journalism
I completed my formal studies, which included 4 years of French language instruction and received my Diploma in Atlanta, Georgia.

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


Renee Castro 4

Profession: Massage Therapist, Professional Driver

Interests: I love animals. I love hiking. I love to travel. I love God. Not necessarily in that order.

Education: I graduated High school and also graduated from a Massage Institute. I also have a commercial drivers license. I am currently enrolled in a teaching school.

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


Lara M

Interests: Business, sustainability, nature, hiking, travel, cooking, painting, music...

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


Kat T

Profession: Marketing Manager

Interests: I like reading and love travelling. I have a dog, and I love all animals.
I love to be active- play soccer, hiking, going to the gym, and I've recently taken up snowboarding.

Education: Bachelors Degree in Media and Communication from Deakin University
Freelance Writing diploma
TEFL 180 hours teaching certificate

Spoken Languages: English (Native: Australia / New Zealand), German (Conversational), Spanish (Conversational), French (Basic)


Brodie Wales

Profession: Marketing Coordinator (International) at an Australian University
Marketing
Representing an Australian University in various international markets (China, Vietnam, Hong Kong, Ghana & Nigeria) gave me a strong understanding and empathy for the language learning challenges students face when they move abroad.

Interests: I love football (Soccer) and am a huge supporter of Sydney FC and the Australian Women's Football Team (The Matildas). I've travelled all over Australia and even overseas following my teams. Travel is another passion, having visited many European and Asian countries, New Zealand and also the United States.

I am a language learner myself, having studied French for many years.

I don't mind a good Netflix binge and waver between quality documentaries and a range of different series.

Education: Master of Arts (English)
Writing and Journalism
Majoring in English Literature with studies in Sociology.

Graduate Certificate in Arts
Education
4 units studied, half Sociology, half English

Bachelor of Arts in Leisure Management
Hospitality and Tourism
Electives chosen to focus on Events Management

Spoken Languages: English (Native: Australia / New Zealand), French (Basic)


Bex AP

Interests: Hi, I'm Bex! I'm originally from the UK, but have been living in Valencia, Spain since 2018. I used to be a secondary school teacher in the UK, and taught Spanish and English Literature. I've been a teacher for over ten years and have taught students from all over the world, aged from three years old to 70! I am passionate about art, philosophy, the natural world and the environment, and have been vegan for eight years. In my spare time I love to run, lift weights, and I sing in a band. Tell me about your favourite music!

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


Lyndsey Dawe

Profession: Social Worker

Interests: Health and fitness
cooking
gardening
travel
literature

Education: Bachelors of Social Work from Memorial University of Newfoundland
Advanced 160 hour TEFL Certificate

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


Margaux W

Profession: Advertising copy writer, English Teacher, Yoga Teacher

Interests: food, yoga, art, music, travel

Education: Universidad de Buenos Aires- Masters, Communication Design Theory
College of Charleston- B.A. Studio Art Minors: Biology and Art History
Paris College of Art, Paris France- Study Abroad

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