Zeynab J

Interests: Some of my hobbies and interests are writing poems, stories and short plays. I also like to travel and explore the world. I imagine visiting the most extraordinary places around the world, places that most people have never been to. I plan to go to different countries around the world and teach if God allows me to do so. I would love to see and experience different cultures. I enjoy interacting individuals from different backgrounds. It has always been my dream and I look forward to making it into reality.

Education: I have a bachelor in Political science and one in international relationships. I also have a Master in teaching English as a second language.

Spoken Languages: English (Native)


mschnecky

Interests: Running, Reading, Volunteering, Socializing, Medicine (Science), Blogging, Writing, Sleeping, Traveling (addiction)

Education: University of Pittsburgh– Emergency Medicine; Africana Studies

Spoken Languages: English (Native)


Lorena C

Interests: I love to read (I was/am a HUGE Harry Potter fan growing up), Disney, anime, movies, cooking, learning about different cultures/religions.... I have a lot of interests. =)

Education: I went to a junior college, Orange Coast College, where I got my A.A. Degree (Associates of the Arts), then I transferred to Cal State University, Dominguez Hills, where I received my B.A. Degree (Bachelor of the Arts) and I am still there, currently working toward my teaching credential.

Spoken Languages: English (Native)


Jenni A

Interests: I love travel, food, makeup, modeling (I've modeled for 4 years now), fitness, shopping, fashion, science, medicine, animals, crafts, and music. I enjoy hosting dinner parties, running, cooking, decorating my room, and playing with my dogs.

Education: I attended Milton High School and graduated this past May with Honors. Milton is a prestigious, blue ribbon school with rigorous courses. I finished with a GPA of 3.9 and had straight A's.

Spoken Languages: English (Native)


brookes

Interests: We enjoy traveling and creating new experiences, outdoor activities, water activities, physical fitness, sports(participating and watching), reading, spending time with friends and family, going out to eat, playing card games and board games, nature activities like hiking and exploring caves, visiting amusement parks, and animal and pet experiences.

Education: Missouri Southern State University in Joplin, MO - Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education emphasis in Early Childhood
Pittsburg State University in Pittsburg, KS - Masters Degree in Elementary Education

Spoken Languages: English (Native)


MegF

Interests: Yoga, dance, art, travel, movies, TV, books

Education: Eckerd college, Major in Creative Arts Therapy

Spoken Languages: English (Native)


Zakirah Arends

Profession: Manager
Education, Technology
Manager and coordinator

Interests: I love to participate in discussions about art, music, dancing, philosophy, religion, politics, psychology and business. I have extensive experience and knowledge in preparing students for the workplace by covering topics on interview readiness; conducting and participating in meetings and sharing tips on telephone etiquette. Above all else, I love having general discussions on current affairs and learning about my students and where they come from.

Education: I matriculated l in South Africa at De Vos Malan High School. I went to University at Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University where I studied a Degree in Human Resource Management I also obtained my TEFL Certificate to be a qualified Online teacher.

Spoken Languages: English (Native)


JAF31

Profession: Social Worker

Interests: Harry Potter, traveling, world cultures, religion, outdoor activities, spending time with family and friends, music, and reading.

Education: I attended the University of Tulsa for my Bachelor's degree in Psychology. I am currently attending the University of Oklahoma for my Master's degree in Social Work.

Spoken Languages: English (Native)


Jess H

Interests: I love to travel and learn about other cultures--I've spent time on 4 different continents and am working on the rest! I love sport, music, literature, food. I have a 2-year old puppy and am an avid animal-lover.

Education: I have a Bachelor's in English from Lewis & Clark College. I have a Master's in Creative Writing from the University of Washington. I am currently working on a PhD in English.

Spoken Languages: English (Native)


Cassie W

Interests: I am a stay at home mom who loves to be active outdoors! I love hiking, water sports (canoeing, paddle boarding, kayaking) and camping. I love to spend my time hanging with my family, gardening, building and refinishing furniture, playing and listening to music, reading and experimenting in the kitchen.

Education: I went to school at the University of Wisconsin in Eau Claire, WI where I studied Kinesiology and Marketing.

Spoken Languages: English (Native)


Marina K

Interests: I love reading, rock climbing, running, yoga and writing. I really like learning languages, and enjoy helping people reach goals!

Education: I am currently enrolled in college. I am majoring in Ecology and minoring in German. I also am taking language courses in Spanish.

Spoken Languages: English (Native)


Shaunee

Profession: Teacher
Education
I've worked as a teacher in various capacities for over 10 years. I've taught every age group, from toddlers to seniors. I've taught in school settings as well as tutored online. I feel passionately about teaching and love to meet new students.

Interests: I live near a mountain range and love rock climbing, hiking and camping. I was a former BMX bike racer. I love travel and have been to 15 different countries. I've backpacked through Europe, climbed mountains in Portugal, gone zip-lining in Costa Rica, and snorkeled in Belize. I've read hundreds of books and enjoy writing. I love experiencing other cultures through people, music, art and food. I also love to cook, play guitar, sketch, paint, dance, weight lift, do yoga and create welded metal art.

Education: BA English
Education
I have a bachelor's degree in English. I'm currently working on my TEFL certification.

Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada)


Dyana S

Profession: Freelancer

Interests: I love art, creative writing, I am a published Author, I love music, movies, swimming, walking, and reading.

Education: Buffalo State University
Indian River County Community College
Niagara County Community College

Spoken Languages: English (Native)


Amie R

Profession: Actor / Writer / Director

Interests: Arts (music, poetry, paintings, live performance, film, etc.)

Sciences (technology, space travel, alternate energy solutions, the mysteries of the universe)

Books (Science Fiction, Fantasy, Classics)

Video Games

The life and works of William Shakespeare.

Travel, relationships, animals, hopes and dreams.

I suppose I enjoy a little bit of everything.

Education: BFA in Theater from Cornish College of the Arts.

Spoken Languages: English (Native)


AnikaD

Profession: Field Interviewer/Recruiter

Interests: Reading, Travel, Food, Pop Culture, News, Animals, TV, Movies, Current Events, History, The Arts

Education: BA- University of Cincinnati, AFAM, 2001
MEd- Union Institute & University, Education, 2014

Spoken Languages: English (Native)


Elana A

Interests: I love my dogs, they are pit bull rescues, they rule my world! I do a reading program with children and enjoy volunteering with them. I love to laugh therefore comedy has always been a large part of my life. I love documentaries, movies, news, learning about different cultures and discussing interesting topics with you.

Education: I have a BA in musical theater from Emerson College.

Spoken Languages: English (Native)


Cynthia Pham

Spoken Languages: English (Native)


Susie R

Profession: Artist

Interests: I enjoy spending time outdoors hiking, swimming in the ocean, and going for walks. I paint with oil paints and sketch with charcoal. I love starting my day with Yoga. I am a big tea drinker and have many different kinds from my travels around the world. What I enjoy more than anything is traveling to new places and learning about a new culture; meeting new people, trying new foods, seeing how other people live.

Education: Graduated from UC Davis in 2012 with a degree in Russian Politics, a minor in sociology, and a minor in writing. I am currently studying the GRE and looking to apply for graduate school in the near future.

Spoken Languages: English (Native)


Josie W

Interests: I have a variety of interests. I'm interested in travelling, art, music and hallmark movies or other movies with meaning. Also culture, astrology, alternative medicine, Myers Briggs/MBTI and psychology,Englsih should be fun but I 'm also looking for students who are serious about learning English.

Education: • TLH TEFL Course Certificate, The Language House, Prague, 2013
• Life Skills Coaching Certificate, George Brown College, Toronto Canada, 2008
• Personal Support Worker Diploma, The National Academy of Health and Science, 2003
• General Arts and Science Certificate, Science Stream, Centennial College, Toronto, 1992

Spoken Languages: English (Native)


Antoinette Toscano

Profession: Freelance writer ~ Author ~ Blogger

Interests: Philosophy, world-history, Eastern medicine, whitewater paddling (Kayaking), surfing, hiking, camping, and archery. World-literature, and nature conservation.

Education: Strayer University - North Raleigh Campus - MBA with a concentration in Marketing.
Empire State College - Saratoga Springs - Bachelor of Science with a concentration in Economics with a minor in Information Technology.

Spoken Languages: English (Native)