Sarah Ni
Profession: Elementary Teacher
Interests: I enjoy reading, spending time with my family, and doodling. Lately I have started to try gardening. Time will tell how that goes! I'm not super outgoing. I prefer to hang out at home rather than doing something outdoors. I like finding new gluten free recipes. I have been gluten free since 2008.
Education: I graduated with a Bachelor's in Elementary Education from Southeastern University.
Spoken Languages: English (Native)
Kimberly H.
Profession: Social Work
Interests: I am a teacher, traveler and Spanish-language learner, so I understand the challenges that come along with mastering a new language.
Education: Earned a BA in Psychology with a minor in Anthropology from Colorado University.
Received a TEFL Certificate in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada)
Nez Clark
Profession: Project Manager, Business Development
Interests: Ultimate frisbee, rock climbing, hiking, mountaineering, music, movies, reading, cooking & baking
Education: Bachelors of Science - Biology
Bachelors of Science - Psychology
The College of Idaho
Spoken Languages: English (Native)
Aujalee F
Profession: Administrator
Interests: Public Speaking, Debate, Politics, Dogs, Environmentalism, Native American Studies, Indigenous studies, pinball.
Education: I am currently finishing my Bachelors of Science in Political Science as well as my Bachelors of Science in Ethnic Studies at the University of Oregon.
Spoken Languages: English (Native)
Laurie Hic
Profession: Elementary Teacher, grades K-6
Interests: Scuba diving (PADI certified), African drumming, traveling, reading, golf
Education: Wheaton College, Norton, MA
SUNY College at New Paltz, Bachelor of Science in Communications
SUNY College at New Paltz, Master of Science in Teaching
Spoken Languages: English (Native)
Bryana G
Profession: Tutor and Editor/Proofreader
Interests: I enjoy spending time with my two boys; Ben is 5 years-old and Zachary is 13 years-old. They live with me and light up my days. I am also interested in watching television, keeping up with current events in the USA and the world, reading, writing, going out to eat at restaurants, trying new food, cooking, and spending time with my friends and family. I love teaching and tutoring ESL and have taught all levels of English speakers, from the very beginners to advanced/fluent speakers.
Education: I have a Bachelor's degree in Political Science from Smith College in Northampton, Massachusetts, and a Masters in Business Administration (MBA with a concentration on finance) from Tulane University - Houston.
Spoken Languages: English (Native)
Gracie Minton
Profession: Travel Director; ESL Teacher
Interests: I am really into yoga, dancing, fitness, and healthy living. I love reading, watching movies, traveling, being with family and friends, and so on. I have recently taken a deeper interest in cooking, tennis, and just started a blog. I am super passionate about politics, international relations, and social justice in the world.
Education: I went to the University of Missouri-St. Louis, and studied Communications there. I also completed a study abroad at the University of East Anglia in Norwich, United Kingdom.
Spoken Languages: English (Native)
Teacher Kennedi
Profession: College Student
Interests: I am interested in space, singing, writing, and nature
Education: I have received my Associates Degree at Valencia College and I am now attending University of North Florida majoring in astrophysics.
Spoken Languages: English (Native)
Rebecca Norris
Profession: Business
Interests: I love to read! It is my favorite activity, but I don't often get the chance. I also love to sew, crochet, craft, play video games and board games, and watch family-friendly movies with my husband and daughter.
Education: I studied business administration and healthcare administration at MidAmerica Nazarene University where I earned both my bachelor's and master's degrees. I also hold a liberal arts associate's degree from Johnson County Community College.
Spoken Languages: English (Native)
Emily Sparks
Profession: University English Teacher
Interests: My favorite hobby is singing! I love it. I've been a part of many choral groups, and also played the lead roles in numerous musicals, such as Beauty and the Beast, The Pajama Game, and Carousel. I also enjoy travelling and meeting people from different parts of the world. Some other hobbies of mine include trying new foods, reading, and writing.
Education: -Bachelor of Arts in United States History and French (Lawrence University, Appleton, WI)
-Masters of Science in Teaching (Fordham University, New York, NY)
Spoken Languages: English (Native)
Chrishele M
Profession: Teacher; Curriculum Specialist
Interests: Reading, writing
Education: Bachelor's of Science in Early Childhood Education from Claflin University (2009).
Master's of Science in Educational Policy from the University of Rochester (2013)
Doctor of Philosophy in Educational Research and Policy Analysis from North Carolina State University (2017)
Spoken Languages: English (Native)
Jessica Lievers
Profession: Teacher
Interests: I love to read and take pictures. I enjoy watching movies and tv series. I love hanging out with my family and friends.
Education: I graduated in 2010 with a bachelor's in Elementary Education from SIUE.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada)
Rachael Hartman
Profession: Book Publisher, Author, Writing Coach
Interests: I enjoy traveling and learning about other cultures. I like to hear people's stories and be inspired by how they have overcome hardships they have faced in the past. I love animals and nature, art and peaceful conversation.
Education: BA Liberal Studies with a Minor in Writing from Armstrong Atlantic State University, MS Human Services Counseling from Capella University
Spoken Languages: English (Native)
Leanne G
Profession: English as a Second Language Teacher
Interests: Traveling, yoga, hiking, camping, movies, music, pets, gardening, children
Education: Bachelor's of Arts in English language--Temple University Philadelphia, PA
Spoken Languages: English (Native)
Linda Tavelli
Profession: English Tutor and Employment Consultant
Interests: Nature, walking, travelling, intercultural learning, arts and crafts
Education: I have a Bachelor of Social Science with a major in Human Services from Edith Cowan University, Western Australia. I also have the following qualifications:Teaching English as a Foreign Language Certificate (TEFL Academy UK), Post Graduate Certificate in Arts Management (Deakin University) and Certificate of Workplace Assessment and Recognised Prior Learning (TAFE)
Spoken Languages: English (Native)
Kellie Perrie
Profession: Qualified Social Sciences Lecturer and Compliance Officer
Interests: My interests include hill walking, cooking, travelling, music, dancing, going to the gym, watching sports such as football, tennis and formula 1 racing, socialising and meeting new people.
Education: I attended Claremont High School in East Kilbride which is just outside of Glasgow in Scotland.
I obtained an MA Hons Degree in Politics at the University of Glasgow, and I obtained a Post Graduate Certificate in Teaching in Further Education at the University of Stirling.
Spoken Languages: English (Native)
Seyhan
Profession: Experienced English Language Teacher
Interests: I love cooking, doing Yoga and travelling.
Education: - BA Architecture - University of Westminster
- CELTA - Saxoncourt Teacher Training
- DELTA - IH London & Distance DELTA
Spoken Languages: English (Native)
Mel NS
Profession: Teacher
Interests: Golf, hockey, swimming, going to the gym, yoga, bike riding.
Education: University of Prince Edward Island - Bachelor of Science. (Biology and Psychology)
University of Maine, in Fort Kent USA - Bachelor of Education.
Cape Breton University - Masters diploma in Curriculum.
Spoken Languages: English (Native)
Peruda F
Profession: ESL/EFL Eikaiwa teacher
Education: PGCE English teaching at UNISA
BPhilology at the University of Stellenbosch
Spoken Languages: English (Native)