Julie Thompson
Interests: reading, music (classical and jazz), astronomy, geography, history
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Fluent), Quechua (Fluent)
Teacher Joanna
Profession: English Teacher & Academic Coordinator (Feb 2020 - July 2021)
Teaching
Teaching adults and young learners online for a local school (over 1000 hours): beginner, intermediate and advanced.
Managing a team of ten teachers, including planning and giving training, observations and feedback.
English Teaching Consultant (online) (September 2019 - January 2020)
Teaching
iTutorgroup - Teaching basic to advanced English to children, teenagers and adults (age 6 onwards) from China, Taiwan and Japan.
Spanish and Portuguese tutor (November 2018 - October 2019)
Teaching
Planned, delivered and taught beginner – advanced Spanish and Portuguese to teenagers and adults on a 1:1 basis. Tailored each lesson to a student's level, specific needs and requests (including exam preparation)
CELTA Trainee (June - July 2019)
Teaching
Taught pre and upper-intermediate classes of 3-15 multilingual students in English as a second language. Planned and delivered lessons in response to research and analysis of learners’ needs.
Cover Supervisor (September 2018 - July 2019)
Teaching
Delivered planned lessons in the absence of a timetabled teacher in over 16 primary and secondary schools in Sheffield. Experience covering and teaching over 20 school subjects for every age group.
Volunteer English Teacher (April - May 2017)
Teaching
Planned and taught 4 classes a week of basic to advanced English to small groups of teenagers and adults in Puerto Lopez, Ecuador.
School Support Volunteer (February - April 2017)
Teaching
Assisted in the CEA tutoring centre during the afternoon, helping underprivileged children of primary school age (many with learning difficulties) complete their homework in a variety of different subjects in Quito, Ecuador.
Volunteer English Teaching Coordinator (September 2016 - January 2017)
Teaching
Initiated and ran the English Programme, setting up new English classes to 4 weekly, extra-curricular classes of basic English to children in underprivileged areas of the town and in a local school in Itacaré, Bahia, Brazil.
Volunteer English Teacher
Teaching
Taught English classes independently on a basic to intermediate level to 1st -8th grade children in the school, El Sol Naciente in Pachacutec, Lima, and to children, teenagers and adults in a Saturday school.
Interests: I am a sociable and active person who loves meeting new people, getting to know other cultures and speaking other languages! I love travelling, especially to places that are next to or close to the sea, as I am a keen swimmer, snorkeller and scuba diver!
Education: BA in Spanish, Portuguese & Latin American Studies
Research
Newcastle University
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Spanish (Fluent), Portuguese (Fluent)
D'Arcy Barrett
Profession: CEO of a financial broker firm.
Interests: I love to travel and have traveled through most of Europe and Southern Africa. I love the Mediterranean, especially Malta and Cyprus. I am a keen surfer and love adventure sports. I am staying in Transylvania at the moment near the real Dracula Castle but live in the United kingdom. I love to meet new people and have good conversations :)
Education: BSc In environmental technology and an operations management diploma. I have spent many years traveling and speaking with non first language english speakers and have helped many people with constructing of sentances and getting better in English to help them to help customers better in their restaurants and shops.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Afrikaans (Fluent), Dutch (Basic)
Lisa Seall
Profession: I am currently developing my own Art Practice as a painter.
Interests: My interests include Art, Art History, Art Therapy, Psychotherapy, English Literature, Environmental Issues, Natural History, Current Affairs, History and Geography. I have travelled extensively in Europe, Asia and a little in South America. I enjoy walking, hiking and camping. I am very fond of my home city of London and am fascinated by its history. I love gardening, painting, reading and freestyle/conscious dance. I like to watch films and tv drama series/box sets.
Education: MA in Art Psychotherapy from Goldsmiths College UCL
BA in Art and Art History from Goldsmiths College, UCL
Certificate for the Teaching of English as a Foreign Language to Adults from the Cambridge certification programme.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Spanish (Basic)
Shannon LG
Profession: Online English Tutor
English Language Instruction
2017-2021: Online English teacher for students in China (ages 4-13)
Interests: I am an experienced and friendly teacher who has taught English online for the past five years. I also worked for many years as an elementary school teacher in Canada. My style is patient, casual, and relaxed, and I think I have a good sense of humour! I would love to help you improve your English skills through fun, authentic conversation.
Education: B.A. University of Toronto
Government
Studied Political Science
Master of Science in Education, Medialle College
Education
Certified teacher in elementary education
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada)
Robyn K.
Profession: Former Visiting Professor of English
Interests: My hobbies include: travel, yoga, cooking, reading, and more! But right now my #1 hobby is studying Korean; I really like to learn other languages!
Education: Bachelor's Degree in International Studies and Political Science with a World History minor from St. Ambrose University, TESOL Certificate from ITTT
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Korean (Conversational)
Lewis Morgan
Profession: Private Rental Sector Policy Officer
Non-profit
I worked for an organisation creating housing policy.
Disability Employment Specialist
Non-profit
I worked on a multimillion pound project supporting people with learning disabilities into employment.
Interests: Cooking, Current Affairs, News, Languages, Books, Making things
Education: MA Applied Linguistics
English Language Instruction
Master of Arts programme covering the uses, structure and pronunciation of English.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Welsh (Fluent), French (Conversational)
Will G UK 🇬🇧
Profession: Business
Management
I worked in business management, sales and negotiation for 10 years.
English Teacher
Education, English Language Instruction, Teaching, Management
I have been a teacher since 2014 and have worked in a variety of roles, including Head of School.
Interests: I love rugby, cricket and hiking! The best thing I did in life was to travel around the world for 18 months, my life has changed forever!
Education: BA Business Studies
Education
Degree
CELTA
Education, English Language Instruction
Teaching Qualification
Diploma in Teaching Education
Education, English Language Instruction
Diploma in Teaching Education
PGCEI
Education, English Language Instruction
Post Graduate Certificate in Education (international)
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Spanish (Basic)
Jaclyn S.
Interests: My interests include traveling around the world, learning new things, playing and discovering new music, volunteering, watching films, reading, and writing. I also love animals and being in nature!
Education: San Francisco State University
Education
BA in Humanities with a minor in Sociology
Los Angeles Mission College
Education
Early Childhood Education - Master Teacher & Site Supervisor Permits
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Conversational)
Dean B
Interests: Traveling - experiencing different cultures, food.
Reading - mostly non fiction, current events, global economy/ markets, investing, spirituality, eastern medicine, science.
Exercise - Martial arts (Okinawan Karate); racquet sports; yoga, meditation.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), German (Basic)
Bonny Segopolo
Profession: TEACHING
Interests: TRAVEL, YOGA, RUNNING, READING, WATCHING EVERYTHING ON NETFLIX
Education: DEGREE - BA LAW AND POLITICS
CERTIFICATE - TEFL/ TESOL
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada)
Jess F.
Interests: I have a passion for learning at all times. I love creating events and I am qualified in this area. I love spending time traveling and learning about arts and culture and spending time with my family creative activities together. Currently I am learning Chinese which I am enjoying very much.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Spanish (Basic), Chinese (Basic)
Dr. Trevor Ray
Profession: Dr. Trevor Ray
Education, English Language Instruction
ESL Professor in a Saudi Arabia University. IELTS Speaking and writing.
ESL Instructor
English Language Instruction
Fourteen years of teaching ESL at higher education institutions within Dubai. IELTS Speaking and writing.
ESL Tutor
English Language Instruction
IELTS Speaking and writing. Many kinds of writing genres.
Interests: Karate, worldwide traveller, hiking
Education: Doctor of Education
English Language Instruction
University of Southern Queensland, Australia.
Master of Linguistics
English Language Instruction
Waikato University, New Zealand
Bachelor of Primary Teaching
Education
Elementary teaching Degree
Post Grad Dip of ESL
English Language Instruction
IELTS teaching diploma
Post Grad Dip of Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management
Hospitality and Tourism
Tourism Degree with biology as a major.
Bachelor of Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management
Hospitality and Tourism
Tourism management and a major in geology and biology.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: Australia / New Zealand)
Gavin Smith
Profession: Centre Manager OISE Folkestone
Education, English Language Instruction
Working as a Language school centre manager - Both teaching and running the daily business involved in a busy international school.
AES Folkesone
Education, English Language Instruction, Teaching
Working with mostly with Italian High schools to deliver class and tour experiences of the south of England / London.
Secondary School Teaching (State Schools)
Education, Internet, Teaching, IT
Teaching IT - Computer Skills to English students (11-18) also some Electronic and Art Classes.
Interests: I live in the south of England - mostly working with local language school here in my city - sometimes work with the various art projects that happen in my town - We are lucky to have both the sea and nice countryside here and I enjoy both walks and riding bicycles in my area - Hobbies include (amongst others) Electronics, Movies, Computer Science, Theatre & Costume Design, Reading Books, Board Games, Live Music, Guitars and Instruments, Museums & Galleries. I was bitten by a radioactive Oxford comma which transformed me into a Writer and Teacher at an early age. I live in an apartment close to the sea.
Education: BSc Multimedia Design (Hons) 2:1
Visual Arts, Technology, Research, Internet
Web Design, Various Coding Languages, 3D Model / Rendering, Electronic & Logic design for Chips and CPU, Digital Photography.
PGCE (Secondary)
Education
English High School Teaching Certificate (11-18 year old students)
MA Fine Art (Research Masters)
Performing Arts, Visual Arts, Technology
Fine art Project research masters degree - mainly working with digital mediums - Video & Photography.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK)
Rob B.
Profession: Therapeutic and Outdoor Recreation Specialist
Education, Hospitality and Tourism, Mental Health, Sports and Athletics
I have been fortunate to work in an exciting work environment for the past two decades. My work in therapeutic recreation has allowed me the opportunity to teach a variety of different activities to promote physical and mental health for many people.
CAMBLY TUTOR!
Education, English Language Instruction
I have been tutoring on Cambly now for almost 2 years! It has been one of my favorite jobs and have done both full and part time tutoring. The people I have met along the way and remain in contact with have been incredible.
Interests: My name is Rob and I was born and raised in the Pacific Northwest of the United States. I am in my mid 30's and enjoy being active and exploring the great outdoors. When it comes to adventure I like to kayak, mountain bike, ski/snowboard, backpack, rock-climb, and travel abroad.
Education: Bachelor of Arts in Experiential Education
Education, Hospitality and Tourism, Mental Health, Non-profit
I received my degree from Prescott College in Arizona U.S.A. My focus was based on recreational therapy, human services, and outdoor education; with an emphasis on adventure tourism management.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada)
Ashley Dee
Profession: Proofreader
Interests: I love learning! I'm very interested in history, geography, science, religion, and popular culture. My hobbies include reading and crafts like sewing and knitting. I also love meeting new people and learning about their lives. I studied two different languages in high school and in college, so I understand how hard learning another language can be.
Education: Bachelor of Arts in International Studies and Religious Studies
Education
I studied International Studies with an emphasis in East Asia and Religious Studies with a focus in Asian religious traditions.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada)
Elfie U
Profession: Teacher
Interests: I love to travel and meet new people! I like photography, hiking, biking, watching movies, hanging out with friends, playing games, singing, playing with animals, reading, learning, and most of all helping others!
Education: I went to school in Minnesota, USA. I graduated as a Medical Secretary. Shortly after graduating I began to dedicate a lot of my time to volunteer teaching. I have attended several courses to improve my teaching techniques.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada)
Brendan
Profession: Accounts payable officer
Retail
I work in accounts payable for an Australian retailer that sells home appliances, and other white goods
Interests: In my spare time, I enjoy studying Spanish, Portuguese, learning the guitar, and I also sing in a Spanish language choir. I love travelling overseas, meeting new people, and discovering more about other cultures.
Education: Bachelor of Arts & Bachelor of Commerce
Education
University of Melbourne
Spoken Languages: English (Native: Australia / New Zealand), Spanish (Fluent), Portuguese (Conversational), Japanese (Basic)
Aviel.S
Profession: I currently work with children and young people as an advocate in schools supporting them with their experiences of domestic abuse.
Interests: My main interest is learning! I love to learn about pretty much anything. I also enjoy science and nature, watching documentaries and going on long walks. Reading is another hobby of mine, especially around personal development. Are you reading anything currently? Traveling is something I try to do often, I spent 3 months living and teaching in Zambia and loved it! I'd be really interested in hearing where you're from, where you want to go and where you have been
Education: Certificate of higher education in social work
BTEC Forensic Science - Double distinction
A level Psychology - B
12 GCSEs A*-C
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Spanish (Basic)
Connor S
Profession: Holiday Representative
Hospitality and Tourism
Club 18/30 Representative for Thomas Cook.
Team Coach at Webhelp
Management, Customer Support
2 years- managed targets of 30 advisors on my team to exceed Business expectation.
Sales and Retentions Advisor at Plusnet
Internet, Sales
Taking inbound calls and targeted on sales made and customers retained for the business.
Cover Supervisor/ Teaching assistant
Education
- Leading whole classes while cover teachers are away
- Dealing with challenging behaviour in the classroom
- Ensuring sure all students are focused and on track to meeting the lesson objectives
- Preparing the classroom for lessons
Interests: I have travelled around Europe and love meeting new people. I have really enjoyed completing the course to teach English, now to put what I have learnt into action.
p.s sorry about the inverted Camera, I don't know why Apple make their products that way, hopefully I won't look as terrible in our lessons :D
Education: Boston College
Performing Arts
Level 3 Diploma - Pass
Lincoln College
Hospitality and Tourism
Travel and Tourism - Pass
Skegness Academy
Hospitality and Tourism, Performing Arts
Travel and Tourism Level 3 - Pass
Music - Distinction
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK)