Rebecca Howell
Profession: Author
Writing and Journalism
I am a published author on Amazon.com
Interests: I spend a good amount of my spare time writing books. In the past few years, I assisted others with their literacy skills in English. I focus on building vocabulary skills, expanding freestyle conversation with open ended questions and exploring American culture.
Education: College
Entrepreneurship
I am working on my Bachelors in Business Management.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada)
Arianne
Profession: English Teacher at DaDa
Education, English Language Instruction, Teaching
Teaching Chinese children on the DaDa online platform from the wee ages of 4 to young teenagers, at DaDa I had my first-hand experience helping these kids improve their English.
English Tutor at ClassGap
Education, English Language Instruction, Teaching
Teaching English exclusively online to Spanish-based students, ranging from young teenagers to adults.
Coordinator at Huakai
Hospitality and Tourism
Be the coordinator to small groups of Spanish-based tourists, helping them have a unique experience within Spain and abroad.
Private Tour Coordinator at Strawberry Tours
Hospitality and Tourism, Customer Support
Coordinate London-based walking tour guides in English and Spanish for private groups.
Technical Artist at Wild in Art
Visual Arts
Paint life-sized fiberglass rhinoceros sculpture for Taronga Zoo (Sydney, Australia) art event.
Artist at Wild in Art
Visual Arts
Design and paint life-sized fiberglass gorilla sculpture for Bristol Zoo (UK).
Interests: At heart, I am a visual artist where I have been painting in oils and using digital media to explore my creative flare. I am also a passionate traveller, and since 2013 I have been backpacking the world around. Animals, nature, learning new languages and cultures, movies, animation, cartoons, learning to play the ukulele, rock climbing, travel and more define me. Oh, and eating chocolate and pizza.
Education: TEFL Certified Teacher
English Language Instruction, Education
Completed my TEFL certificate at the Colombo Americano in Pereira, Colombia.
BA (Hons) Animation
Visual Arts
Completed my three-year bachelor degree in Animation at the University of the West of English, in Bristol, UK.
International Baccalaureate
Education
Completed my two-year IB at the International Bilingual School (IBS) of Provence, in Aix-en-Provence, France.
Spoken Languages: English (Native), Spanish (Native), French (Conversational), Italian (Basic)
timothyharker50
Profession: Currently a professional actor; previously a teacher
Interests: Theatre and Film, Architecture and Art, Classic Cars, Skiing
Education: Bachelor of Arts in Drama and Theology from the Surrey University; Master of Arts in Drama and Theatre Education from Warwick University; TEFL/TESOL qualified
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Spanish (Conversational)
Teacher Colleen
Profession: FCPS Elementary Teacher
Education, Teaching
I have taught 3rd and 4th grade. I will be going into my 3rd year as an elementary teacher.
Tutor
Teaching, Education
I tutor kids ranging in grades fro Kindergarten to 4th grade. I work with the students on math, reading, and writing. I have been tutoring for a year now.
Interests: In my free time, I like to relax with my friends and family, be outside, and do art projects.
I have been teaching elementary school for 2 years now. I enjoy helping my students reach their academic potential. I look forward to talking to many of you and learning about your cultures!
Education: Master's of Arts in Elementary Education
Education
I graduated from graduate school at Christopher Newport University in 2019.
In grad school, I volunteered with a Kindergarten class.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada)
Sophia
Profession: Teaching English!
Interests: I love to meet new people and travel to different countries. I very much enjoy talking to people about their cultures, traditions and overall interests in life! I also love to cook, do yoga, volunteer, and spend time with friends and family. My passion in life is helping people; whether it be helping my students with their English, or volunteering in my local organizations. It brings me joy to help anyone and everyone!
Education: Bachelor of Arts in International Affairs with a minor in Sociology from The University of Colorado; Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) certified from Maximo Nivel.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Conversational)
Ivan Barry
Profession: English Teacher
Education, English Language Instruction
Working with clients online and face to face, I teach children as well as adults and can adapt sessions to suit individual needs.
Last year I got some real classroom teaching done. Young people from around the world and a very rewarding experience.
Hospital Patient Advocate
Mental Health, Consulting
I am a trained mental health worker and enjoyed helping patients ask questions and represent themselves in negotiations on care and treatment with medical staff. I worked in hospitals, prisons and community spaces for over ten years.
Interests: I like and love lots of things. Music, walks, movies and books, studying all sorts of history and yes, teaching English too!
I like to travel and have been blessed to have visited some beautiful countries and immerse myself in their cultures. I lived for a while in Egypt, the Midwest USA and Germany. Now I am back in Scotland.
Born in England, I am happy to be a guest here until my next move!
Thanks for reading. Ivan
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), German (Basic)
Caitlin
Interests: My main hobby is arts and crafts. I also love walking around the city and spending time with my two cats.
Education: BA from the University of Washington
Education
Linguistics
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada)
Carmen 7
Interests: I enjoy traveling and teaching English. I have taught English as a second language in Japan, Korea, and Costa Rica. I also have fun learning languages. I have reached an advanced level in Spanish and am a high level beginner in Japanese.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada)
Natasha Greenwood
Profession: Program Coordinator
Education
University level education with "Know the Score 2" - a program with a focus on healthy lifestyle
Inclusion Facilitator
Teaching
Helping children of various mental and physical abilities with different academic and social struggles
Interests: Canadian academic and young world explorer
Education: BA Psychology
Research
4 year Post-Secondary Education
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada)
Maymwna
Profession: Program Director and Language Trainer
English Language Instruction
I am the director of the Language Programs in Kalimat Training Center in Bahrain.
English Instructor
English Language Instruction
I have 10 years of Experience teaching English language at universities in Lebanon and training centers in Bahrain.
Translators
Education
I've been a translator of Arabic and English for 10 years. I've been working with international companies to provide translations in different domains
Interests: I love traveling, movies, food, history, and anything related to nature. So if you have these interests, it'll make your language learning experience even more fun with me!
Education: MA in Translation Studies
Education
I have a BA and MA in translation studies.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Arabic (Native), French (Basic)
Shavonne
Profession: Digital Marketing Manager
Marketing
I have several clients from various industries such as health and wellness, finance, law, and entertainment. My client base is international with companies operating in the Caribbean, Australia, Canada, and the USA just to name a few!
Camp Counsellor
Non-profit
When I was a child, I loved going to summer camp so much that I decided to go back as an adult to be a camp counsellor. There, I worked with children ages 5-10 years old.
English Teacher
English Language Instruction
I started teaching online in October 2020. I teach high school and university students four times a week and am eager to teach younger students as well.
Gymnastics coach
Sports and Athletics
For four years, I worked as a recreational gymnastics coach for boys and girls ages 18 months to 12 years old. I loved this job and working with the children in a fun environment where I was able to inspire them to believe they could do anything!
Interests: I love being outdoors and traveling around the world. So far, I have been to 15 countries and am excited to add onto that list. In my spare time I like watching anime, hiking, reading a good book, doing something creative or catching up with a friend over a cup of tea or coffee.
Education: Marketing Bachelors of Honours Undergraduate Degree.
Advertising
From 2015-2017 I attained a marketing diploma. Now, I am back in school to upgrade my diploma to a Marketing Bachelors of Honours Undergraduate Degree.
Marketing Administration Diploma
Advertising
From 2015-2017 I attended college for marketing, I enjoyed the program and gained valuable experience
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Basic)
Katie Alisa
Interests: I love tennis, travelling, photography and learning new languages!
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Spanish (Conversational)
Garrett
Profession: English Teacher in Schools
English Language Instruction
Taught for 3 1/2 years in Istanbul at a preschool and a middle school (Grades 5-8).
English Instructor
English Language Instruction
Teaching part-time ESL currently at a community college in Florida
Credential Evaluator
Education
Working in international credential evaluation since 2019.
Business English Trainer
Training and Development
Taught at a bank and to adult working professionals
Interests: I play 4 instruments. I enjoy gluten free food, music and baseball. And I love traveling, especially to historical sites.
Education: Bachelor of Arts
Research, Government, Performing Arts
History major, Theatre/Political Science minors
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Turkish (Conversational)
Darlene
Profession: Currently working as an interpreter and tutoring students.
Interests: I enjoy many things! Among them are hiking, traveling, reading and movies. I love KPOP and kdrama's! I love learning about different cultures and languages. I also really enjoy making new friends and going to the beach! I'm always open to new experiences and interesting conversations.
Education: Associates Degree in Medical Sciences
TEFL Certification
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Native)
Teacher Kandy
Profession: Elementary school teacher
Education
I taught second grade
ESL/GED Instructor
English Language Instruction
I taught adults and teenagers at the local community college in North Carolina.
ESL Instructor
English Language Instruction
I teach English as a second language to children (ages 3-14) online.
Interests: I am a mother of 3 grown children that I am very proud of. I enjoy decorating my house, cooking, writing poetry and watching old movies. I also enjoy swimming, playing tennis, and ping pong.
Education: Bachelor's of Science
Mental Health
I have a BS degree in Psychology.
Associate of Science
Medicine
I have a AS degree in Biological Science.
TESOL certificate
English Language Instruction
I received a TESOL certificate from NC Community Colleges
Adult Education Core Instructional Certificate
Education
I have an Adult Education Core Instructional Certificate from NC Community Colleges
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada)
Nigel
Interests: Sailing, Swimming, Walking the Dogs, Networking, Teaching.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK)
Marica Council
Profession: Teacher
Education
I am currently a second grade teacher in Fayetteville, North Carolina. I teach all core classes to include English language Arts, Math, science, and social studies. I am responsible for teaching the North Carolina Standard Course of Study.
Interests: I am a positive and relaxed person. I do take education seriously because I believe it necessary to have a productive life. I enjoy spending time with my family and friends. I have one daughter who will be in 7th grade this upcoming school year. I find peace with teaching young students, their knowledge and potential amaze me.
Education: Grand Canyon University
Education
I am currently pursuing a Master's in Education from Grand Canyon University.
Fayetteville State University
Education
I have a bachelor's degree in History.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada)
Evan Decosse
Profession: Teacher
Education
High School English Teacher
Curriculum Designer
Education
Writing English textbooks and assignments, defining curriculum, and designing tests.
Interests: I am a dedicated food lover who has gone back and forth between teaching and working as a chef, so anyone who wants to teach me how to make their favourite dish, I would love that!
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Chinese (Conversational), Vietnamese (Conversational), German (Basic), Spanish (Basic)
Joy JA
Profession: Adjunct Faculty
Technology, Teaching, IT
Teach Introduction to Programming, Web Design, UNIX, Windows, and Desktop Applications to adult students in a classroom,
Teaching Associate-Standardized Patient
Medicine, Education, Teaching
Role-play with medical students by simulating patient encounters for students to perform one-on-one patient interviews or focused physical examinations. Provide feedback that emphasizes students’ strengths and suggestions for improvement.
Software Trainer & Consultant
Consulting, IT, Training and Development
Create customized training materials based on skill topics selected by adult clients. Travel to client’s place of business or residence to deliver one-on-one customized training.
Owner & Consultant
Entrepreneurship, Writing and Journalism, Design, Marketing
Utilize web design and development skills for the 2021 re-design and re-boot of client website. Produce proposals for government contract bid submissions. Support business development efforts.
Interests: TEFL Certified. Professional Singer & Actress, Entrepreneur, Music, Travel, Teaching, Technology and Web Development, Writing, Health and Medicine. Solo Traveler who has lived in five states in North America. Also enjoys hiking, biking, and tennis. Loves to wander like one of the locals in cities around the world.
Education: Master's Degree
Performing Arts
Master of Music Performance
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), tl (Conversational)