doreen fleisch
Profession: retired nurse
Interests: family time, cooking, crafts
Education: SUNY at NEW Paltz, NY
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada)
Christina Kaku
Profession: English teacher and teacher trainer
Interests: I love talking to new people about whatever their interests are. As for me, I'm very interested in travel, politics, international affairs, languages and culture. I'm also interested in technology, finance and food. (I almost said "healthy food", but if I'm honest there's a lot of tasty unhealthy food, too!) I like talking about sports, too... but I'm really more of a basketball fan than anything, so I can't talk equally well about all sports!
Education: I'm originally from California so I went to school there until I graduated from high school. From there I moved to Washington, DC to do my bachelor's degree in International Affairs but I also had minors in Electronic Media, Spanish and Journalism. I got my Trinity TESOL (a BA-level certification) certificate in London, England and then my Cambridge DELTA (an MA-level qualification) in teaching English in Prague, Czech Republic.
Spoken Languages: English (Native)
Rachel Hall
Interests: I love traveling and meeting new people and I especially love helping those in need around the world.
Education: I studied Anthropology at the University of Miami and received my Certificate in English Language Teaching for Adults at Sol Schools in Miami Beach.
Spoken Languages: English (Native)
Micah Rivera
Interests: I have tons of interests! As long as my mind and body are working, then I am interested! I would say that I am very interested in dogs. I have 7 adult dogs and 3 puppies. Yes, a lot of dogs. I also am interested in cooking dishes that I can share with other people. When I am alone, I like watching DVDs, reading books, and listening to music. I rarely am alone though. I like hanging out with my friends and just do what normal people do.
Education: I studied Theology in college. For those who are not familiar with it, just think of it as a major about religion. :)
Spoken Languages: English (Native)
Xandria T
Interests: I enjoy doing many things. Among them, my favorite would have to be traveling. Seeing the world helps me to see the beauty in everything. I am an avid movie watcher and a closet writer. (Big time nerd and star wars fan) Shockingly I love to teach as well. It is a way of life to me. When I'm not teaching, I sing. All the time! Among those very important things, I just take an interest in learning anything I can through books and videos and experiences. I've started learning several languages and many artistic things relating to music and crafts. Just some of the many avenues in which I can enjoy the little things of life.
Education: When I was in high school I was in, what is called, the international baccalaureate program. This program allowed me to obtain college credits in both psychology and engineering. Unfortunately, I didn't end up continuing down either of those career paths because I found that I enjoy teaching. Taking the TEFL course has given me that opportunity. For over 10 years I've been taking classes that instruct people to be effective teachers. Graduated from James Madison University Online.
Spoken Languages: English (Native)
Yasodadevi M
Interests: Lots of interests in the arts and music, especially ceramics. I have a passion for medicinal herbs and plants, creating healing salves, tinctures and tonics, sustainable agriculture and gardening. I am a intuitive cook specializing in gourmet vegan and vegetarian dishes from around the world and I bake. I am a student of Vedanta and love deep philosophical discussions, as well as scientific topics and Star Trek. I read a whole range of genres but prefer historical fiction. I love long walks in nature and sitting and listening to the world. I love to travel to new places and learn from every one and every thing.
Education: Pre- university school was in Birmingham, England. Bachelor degree in Microbiology from University of Lagos, Nigeria. Completing a Masters degree in Therapeutic Herbalism from Maryland University of integrative Health, Laurel, Maryland.
Spoken Languages: English (Native)
Ilana D
Interests: I like roaming the countryside near where I live in Devon, cooking new dishes, reading and watching various kinds of fantasy fiction and films, keeping fit and lifting weights, and I also spend a lot of my time writing everything from short stories to scripts - next month I'll even be taking part in NaNoWriMo and writing my first novel!
Education: I have a MA English Literature (with distinction) from Cardiff University, where I also studied for my BA English Literature with First Class Honours.
Spoken Languages: English (Native)
Allisandra S
Profession: nurse
Interests: I enjoy being active, i like to run and go on walks with friends and family. I have a background in music, mostly singing and percussion.
Education: I went to Carlow university in Pittsburgh PA and studied nursing.
Spoken Languages: English (Native)
Zoe CM
Interests: Art, Travel, Food, Cultures.
Education: BA(Hons) Fine Art
CELTA
Spoken Languages: English (Native)
m baskett
Interests: My interests are diverse. I live in San Francisco, and enjoy music, art exhibits, theater, walking the city and enjoying restaurants that enable me to virtually visit another country. I have traveled in Europe and Central America, and have loved getting to know other cultures and countries.
Education: I went to school at the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville, where I majored in English with an additional focus in communications and art. I also studied Organizational Leadership pursuing a Masters Degree at John F. Kennedy University.
Spoken Languages: English (Native)
Yolanda W
Interests: Spanish, music, singing, astronomy, Mexican food, Italian food, education, math, proofreading, volunteering
Education: B.A. in Liberal Arts - Louisiana State University (2005)
M. Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction - Arizona State University (2013)
Spoken Languages: English (Native)
Courtney F.
Profession: Teacher
Teaching
Fifth Grade Teacher
Interests: Technology, lifestyle, computers, traveling, culture news, latest news, reading books, reading blogs,
Education: University of Alabama at Birmingham
Education
Communications and education major. Also, graduate school.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada)
Eleanor S
Profession: English Teacher
Interests: Cooking, art, running, martial arts (especially muay thai!), current affairs and travel
Education: Manchester Academy of English - CELTA (Pass A)
University of Birmingham (Hispanic Studies) BA Hons
Spoken Languages: English (Native)
Tahnee B
Interests: I am open to discuss almost all topics: I liketo keep current events, politics. I enjoy the outdoors, green living, alternative health, spirituality (ie. meditation), travel, reading, cooking. I used to practice a Brazilian martial art called capoeira for 7 years.
Education: I went to Boston University and studied Psychology.
Spoken Languages: English (Native)
Gina V
Interests: I love to read, surf the internet, exercise and walk, listen to 80's music and spend time with my family!
Education: I went to College at Community College of Southern Nevada for 2 years and once of my main courses of study was English and Business communications so I feel that will help me in going in a new career direction regarding the teaching of English.
Spoken Languages: English (Native)
Kara J
Profession: Previous
Interests: Genealogy research and crochet are two of my favorite things to do. I have taught Business Communication as well as Creative Writing at a local college. My family consists of my husband and my son who is a toddler. We have a few cats and a big old dog. I love listening to any kind of music and many podcasts and audio books. I have not traveled very much and like to learn about other places in the world.
Education: M.B.A. in Business (2019)
B.A. in Business Management (2017)
A.A.S. in Business Administration (2007)
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada)
Ashley Cultra
Interests: I love to talk with students and learn about their cultures and backgrounds. Similarly, I enjoy talking about where I grew up (a farm in Central Illinois) and sharing stories about my travels abroad. So far, I have traveled, lived, and volunteered in over 50 countries so I obviously have a passion for traveling! I also enjoy running, biking, hiking, cooking, painting, and drinking great coffee and red wine. Let's chat about your interests whether they be pop culture, sports, favorite foods, your family, or hobbies. I am excited to meet you and help you along your language path.
Education: I have my Bachelors degree in Marketing from North Central College located in Naperville, IL. I also have minors in Communications and Art. I received my TESOL/TEFL certificate from the International TELF Academy and INTESOL Worldwide in 2011.
Spoken Languages: English (Native)
DeAnna McEntire
Interests: I love reading, hiking, writing, and learning about other cultures. I especially love Chinese language and learning more about Chinese culture.
Education: I graduated from Appalachian State University in Boone, North Carolina in May of 2015. My degree is in Global Studies and my minors were Chinese and Teaching English as a Second Language.
Spoken Languages: English (Native)
Liz R
Interests: I like going to the movies and listening to all kinds of music. I like to hike and go running. I like spending time with family members and friends. More than anything I love to travel and explore new areas, whether it's another country or somewhere nearby. I'm interested in photography and using it to admire the world around me.
Education: I went to Brigham Young University and studied International Relations. I am also getting a Masters degree in TESOL from The New School in New York City.
Spoken Languages: English (Native)
Nina Z
Interests: Food, cooking, ballet/dance, all sports, TV shows, movies, hiking/camping, beauty, fitness, yoga
Education: HS: Sachem East HS
College: Columbia University B.S. in Industrial Engineering: Operations Research
Spoken Languages: English (Native)