Ameya W

Interests: history, kids, parenting, social justice, feminism, urban planning, humanism, sci-fi & fantasy, psychology, travel, reading, books, acting

Education: B.Sc. City & Regional Planning, The Ohio State University

Spoken Languages: English (Native)


Teacher Gaia

Profession: Educator

Interests: I love meeting people from all over the world and learning about their cultures. I've played violin since the age of 6, love to draw, cook, write, travel, and listen to music from all over the globe!

Education: I've received two Bachelors degrees, one from UCLA in Middle Eastern and North African Studies, the other from Zaytuna College in Islamic Law and Theology.

Spoken Languages: English (Native)


Audrey DS

Profession: Online ESL Instructor
Teaching
Online based ESL instruction, ages 5 and up.

Interests: I enjoy sports, culture, watching television, nature, reading academic articles, staying current on world events, and many different things. If you can make it sound interesting, I would love to talk about it!

Education: Bachelors of Arts in Psychology from St.Francis College in New York City. (Currently pursuing my Masters.)

Spoken Languages: English (Native)


Sheena Lofton

Profession: Emergency Communications Officer

Education: BS Counseling - Trinity College of Florida
Expected graduation date - June 2018

Spoken Languages: English (Native)


Kate Bee

Profession: Travel agent, writer

Interests: I am passionate about:
-Travel
-Spanish
-International development
-Creative writing
-Mental health
-Dogs
-Cooking, especially Thai food
-Post-hardcore/punk music

Education: I studied Journalism and International Studies for a year at the University of South Australia.
I studied International Development and Spanish at the University of Adelaide for two years.

I am currently enrolled in a Bachelor of Arts online through Deakin University.

Spoken Languages: English (Native)


Mona Miga

Profession: Blogger, ESL Teacher

Interests: Traveling, blogging, photography, surfing, beach, adventure, teaching, pets

Education: Current Software Engineering student

Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada)


Anu Warrier

Profession: Teacher

Interests: I love films and TV (superhero, thrillers and comedy) and running.

Education: I went to the University of London for my undergraduate degree (I learned Japanese and Korean) and then did a Masters in Oxford University.

Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK)


Callie Webb

Spoken Languages: English (Native)


Erica Vee

Profession: Behavior Specialist

Interests: All things creative and talking to people of different cultures.

Education: I went to Univ of LA (Monroe) and studied psychology.

Spoken Languages: English (Native)


Sandy D.

Profession: Theatre Artist

Interests: I love to travel and experience new cultures! My favorite hobbies include dancing, trying new foods, and meeting new people.

Education: Bachelor's of Fine Arts in Directing, Playwriting, and Production from University of the Arts.

Spoken Languages: English (Native)


Katelyn J

Profession: Teacher

Interests: Cooking, travel, reading, dog training. the universe

Education: Masters of Education at Concordia University in Oregon.

Spoken Languages: English (Native)


Chantelle Tranchina

Profession: Primary and secondary teacher

Interests: Sports, basketball, beach volleyball, soccer, running, yoga, salsa dancing and music. I love spending time with family and friends, and helping people improve their quality of life, attitudes and well being.

Education: I went to school in Melbourne, Australia. I've completed 3 bachelors degrees with high distinction averages (which is the highest attainable score in Australia). I've completed a bachelor in Contemporary Arts; majoring in English Literature and Visual Arts. I have completed a Bachelors in Education teaching primary and secondary, also i've completed a degree in Fashion Design. As well as completing a course in Spiritual Development, well being and meditation.

Spoken Languages: English (Native: Australia / New Zealand)


Doreen CA

Interests: I enjoy reading, swimming and watching movies. Some of my favorite genres are comedies and fantasy.

Education: In 2016, I received a bachelor's degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders from California State University, Chico. This degree focused on the development of speech and language skills and the disorders that accompany them. I am currently in the process of completing a masters degree in Speech Language Pathology.

Spoken Languages: English (Native)


Shanti FL

Profession: Financial Aid Student Coordinator

Interests: My interests include yoga, hiking, reading, meditation, and Lord of the Rings.

Education: I have a Bachelor of Arts Degree from Florida State University in Japanese with a minor in Business.

Spoken Languages: English (Native)


Jasmine SO

Profession: Research Scientist

Interests: I love learning, interacting with people, arts and crafts, gardening, movies, traveling, and strength training.

Education: California State University, Sacramento (Bachelors of Arts)
Bowling Green State University (Masters of Arts)
Walden University (Masters in Public Policy)

Spoken Languages: English (Native)


Yvonne F.

Interests: I enjoy reading, crocheting, and spending time with my children.

Education: I have a master's degree in teaching from New Jersey City University.

Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada)


Angel TE

Profession: Home School Parent

Interests: l love watching movies and listening to music. I also enjoy reading a lot. I have often read 4 or more books in a week.

Education: I am currently completing my TEFL certification and I am enrolled in an IELTS teacher certification course

Spoken Languages: English (Native)


Em J

Profession: Elementary Special Education Paraprofessional

Interests: In my free time, I enjoy spending time outdoors. I enjoy kayaking, camping, hiking, and traveling. I also enjoy photography and music.

Education: I have two associate's degrees in early childhood education and liberal arts, and a bachelor's degree in educational studies.

Spoken Languages: English (Native)


Sophia D'Angelo

Profession: PhD Student

Interests: Culture, language, traveling, cinema, outdoors,
and music.

Education: B.A. in Spanish Literature and Culture from Princeton University (2012)
MPhil in Education and International Development from University of Cambridge, England (2017)
PhD in Education from University of Cambridge, England (expected graduation 2020)

Spoken Languages: English (Native)


Mara Rahim

Profession: Compliance and Contracts Attorney

Interests: I love to travel, learn about new cultures, try new foods, and spend time with my dogs. I'm a big TV and movie fanatic so if I'm not at home I'm probably at the movies checking out the newest movies. When I am at home, I'm usually cuddled with my dogs watching a new show or planning my next vacation!

Education: I went to Marquette University for my undergrad where I majored in International Business and Marketing. I minored in Spanish. During my time at Marquette, I studied at ICADE-Pontificia Comillas in Madrid, Spain for 6 months where my studies focused on Spanish and International Business.

After Marquette, I attended The John Marshall Law School in Chicago, Illinois. There I studied all types of law, but focused my elective courses on Contract Law. After law school, I took the bar exam in Wisconsin and was admitted to practice law in Wisconsin.

Spoken Languages: English (Native)