Amira
Profession: English Language Teacher
Interests: I love travel and learning about different cultures and traditions. I love spending time outside – especially hiking! Im a big people person so I cant wait to meet you!
Education: I studied my MA(Hons) International Business from University of Edinburgh, UK. I also spent a year abroad studying at Copenhagen Business School Denmark. I qualified in the CELTA in Edinburgh, Scotland.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Urdu (Conversational)
Joey Tomato
Profession: Science and Math Teacher
Teaching, Education
Public School Science and Math Teacher in an English as a Second Language Program.
Interests: I live in Vietnam and enjoy travelling, slow travel in particular. In fact, I have even crossed the pacific ocean twice on ships without flying. Other interests are sustainable lifestyles, especially zero waste living and photography. Slowly, I am learning Vietnamese and Python. I also do volunteer mapping online for the Tanzania Development Trust. Other things I like: Bicycle touring, Urban design and city planning, Cities:Skylines (the game), Linux.
Education: Pharm.D
Medicine
Pharmacy Degree
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada)
Lindsey Weeks
Profession: Classroom Teacher
Education
I was a classroom teacher for 11 years. I am now teaching my 3 children at home.
Interests: I enjoy running, exercising and reading. I also enjoy watching my children do their favorite activities including dance, and sports.
Education: Bachelor's of Science in Elementary Education
Education
I have a 4 year college degree in elementary education.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada)
Teacher Alexis
Profession: Certified Teacher K-6
Teaching, Education
I have 11 years teaching experience in my own classroom. I also have 5 years teaching experience on online platforms teaching English to young students.
Interests: I love life and getting to know new people.
Education: Bachelor of Arts- Special Education
Education
I attended a University for 4 years to obtain my Bachelor’s degree in education and took state exams to be a certified teacher in my state.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada)
Kristi F
Profession: Para-Educator, customer service agent
English Language Instruction, Customer Support
I have worked in public schools with children with learning disabilities, grades K-12, 4 years experience. I have worked in call centers providing customer care.
Licensed Massage Therapist and Trainor
Education, Training and Development
I have taught at a local massage school, as well as at Veda Salon and Spa.
Interests: I am passionate about learning. The older we get, the more important is becomes to keep our minds and bodies active and healthy. I love words and have studied several languages, currently, I am learning Mandarin. On a personal note, I am a widow with three high schoolers. When I’m not working, my teens and I like to watch anime, and ancient costume Chinese dramas together. I like riding my bike and camping in the mountains during summer.
Education: Certified Juice Therapist
Entrepreneurship
Juice Therapy is a specialized niche within the Health Coaching industry.
Health Coach
Entrepreneurship, Medicine
I studied over one hundred different dietary forms.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada)
Graeme Byrne
Profession: English Language Teacher Citylangues, Paris, Ile-de-France, France
Education, English Language Instruction, Teaching, Training and Development
Evaluated student progress, recorded scores and revised plans for reteaching of subject matter where necessary to accomplish learning.
Worked one-on-one with struggling students to shore up learning in specific skills and concepts.
English Language Teacher Wall Street English, Paris Ile-de-France, France
Education, English Language Instruction, Teaching, Training and Development
Used varied instructional resources and tools to strenghten English language skills.
Administered timed reading, writing, speaking and comprehension exams to students.
Recorded student progress, test scores and assignment completion.
English Language Teacher Oscars International Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland
Education, English Language Instruction, Teaching, Training and Development
Evaluated student progress, recorded scores and revised plans for reteaching of subject matter where necessary to accomplish learning.
Devised compelling lesson content for age-appropriate literature that meet various learning styles.
Interests: As I have a background in literature, I am very interested in reading, but I also enjoy watching movies, exercising, and learning languages (French and now starting Spanish). I enjoy playing football when the weather is good and going to the gym when it isn´t. I am very outgoing so I enjoy being with freinds and meeting new people from around the world.
Education: Certificate in English Language Teaching:
Education, English Language Instruction
Centre of English Studies, Dublin
Master of Arts: Modern Literary Studies
Education, English Language Instruction, Research, Writing and Journalism
Queen´s University, Belfast
Bachelor of Arts: English Literature with Media Studies
Education, English Language Instruction, Research, Writing and Journalism
University of Ulster, Coleraine
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), French (Conversational), Spanish (Basic)
Marjorie Jean Vera
Profession: Content Marketing Manager
Marketing, Technology, Advertising, Real Estate
Copywriting, copy editing, and content creation (bios, blogs, case studies, content calendars, decks, email campaigns, email newsletters, events, landing pages, social media posts, videos, etc.) for a range of audiences in global markets.
Dance Movement Therapist
Mental Health
Creating therapeutic objectives based on the needs of the group or individual to amplify their movement preferences while treating anxiety, depression, and other emotional and physical states as needed case by case.
English Teacher
English Language Instruction, Teaching, Training and Development
Previously taught in-company group and private classes to business professionals with levels ranging from A2-C2, as well as children and teenagers who were preparing for Cambridge and IELTS exams. Currently teaching online students.
Ashtanga Vinyasa, Hatha, & Yin Yoga Teacher
Mental Health
Guiding practitioners in how to establish a solid movement practice, combining physical asana, mindfulness and breath work to reduce stress and improve overall quality of life.
Interests: Nice to meet you! I'm Marjorie from San Diego, USA and I currently live in Tarragona, Spain.
I'm a content marketing manager, yoga instructor, and dance movement therapist. I spend my free time practicing yoga, dancing, swimming, working out, hiking, camping and going to the beach.
I believe strongly in the power of movement and the healthy benefits it offers to both the mind and body. I also love to write and do anything creative.
I love cooking and can talk about food endlessly!
English is my first language, but I also speak Spanish fluently and am actively learning Italian. I have also studied some French, Portuguese and Catalan. I truly enjoy learning new languages and experiencing new cultures.
I am an LGBTQIA ally, human rights supporter, a feminist, and an advocate for fairness and equality among all races, genders, and people. I also strongly support animal rights.
Education: Ashford University - Bachelor's Degree
Advertising
Major: Public Relations & Marketing |
Minor: International Management
UAB - Master's Degree (Expected 2024)
Mental Health
Dance & Movement Therapy
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Fluent), French (Basic), Italian (Basic), Portuguese (Basic), Catalan (Basic)
Evon
Profession: Education Worker
Education
Work with children. teenagers and adults from a variety of backgrounds who speak English as their second language.
Interests: I am very active and enjoy going out to new places and like meeting new people.
Education: Education Trainer
Education
Qualifications in Childcare, Social Care and currently working with teenagers
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK)
Barry J C
Profession: ESL teacher
Education
More than three years experience of teaching students from all over the world. Teaching grammar, pronunciation, sentence construction, reading and comprehension skills, and conversational skills in the English language.
Interests: Language learning, current affairs, keen gardener, experimental cook and wine maker. I have travelled extensively throughout the world.
Education: Open University Diploma in health and Social care.
Open University Certificate in Math, Science and Technology
City and Guilds qualification in Domestic and Commercial Electrical Installations
Diplomas in Holistic, Aromatherapy and Sports Massage
Various Vocational training in Environmental Health
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), German (Conversational), French (Basic), Spanish (Basic), Portuguese (Basic)
Joyce S.
Interests: I love being surrounded by positivity! I also love traveling, fitness, gardening, cooking, dining out, music, art, antiques and spending time with family and friends bonding and playing games.
Education: Bachelors Degree
Education
Major: Liberal Arts. Minor: Psychology
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada)
Stephen
Profession: Varied!
English Language Instruction, Finance and Banking, Environment, Writing and Journalism
What a busy bee!
Interests: I appreciate the natural world around us - and strolls are a most invigorating way of appreciating it!
Learning about the history of the English culture and of yours is a real pleasure for me. Indeed, I think it is a necessity for all of us to be aware of today in our so-called 'global village'.
Come on in!
Education: Bachelor of Science (Biology), University of London
Environment
A most enjoyable three years spent!
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Russian (Basic)
Michelle Lanteigne
Profession: Speech Language Therapist
Education, English Language Instruction, Teaching
In my daily life I help people improve their communication skills.
Interests: I’ve been a speech language therapist for 25 years.
Education: Master’s Degree in Speech Language Therapy
Education, English Language Instruction
I’ve studied 6 years for this degree.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), French (Fluent)
Daisy BN
Profession: English Teacher
Education
I teach English in a Spanish high school.
Interests: I love music. It's great to discover new artists and go to live shows. I also love to travel and meet different people. However, I also enjoy relaxing days at home binging on some Netflix shows.
Education: For my undergrad I studied Business Administration at California State University, Northridge. For my graduate work, I studied Behavioral Economics at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Fluent)
Charlie222
Profession: Care worker
Mental Health
Spanning many fields from mental health and addiction to challenging behaviour in autistic individuals. I have many certificates including medication, first aid, de-escalation, hygiene, safeguarding/stewarding etc.
Artist
Visual Arts, Design
I run an online store for my artwork selling originals, prints and other items I have designed.
Interests: I am 30 and was born in London, growing up in Salisbury where I attended a grammar school. I am half Iranian and half British.
As mentioned above, I am a healthcare worker specifically involved with autism, learning disabilities and mental health, I have been in the sector for 10 years and take great pride in my work! In my leisure time, I am an artist across different fields including writing, drawing, painting and music. Creativity is my true passion first starting with playing guitar and singing from a young age, progressing into drawing more recently.
I have land in Portugal which I am developing into an ecologically sustainable space for the future, practising permaculture techniques and 'off-grid' style living.
I love nature and gardening, growing my own food, plants and trees while creating and preserving wildlife.
Education: GCSEs
Education
My highest formal education is from school which included 10 pass grades at GCSE level.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Portuguese (Basic)
Katie / ケイティ
Profession: Assistant Language Teacher
English Language Instruction, Hospitality and Tourism, Teaching
In Japan, I taught students (ages 5-15) in public schools. I also taught adults (ages 35-84) eikaiwa (English conversation)
Intermediate English Instructor (Volunteer)
English Language Instruction, Teaching
In Belarus, I taught Intermediate English to adults (15-72 years old) during a week-long Intensive English camp.
English Camp Leader (Volunteer)
English Language Instruction, Teaching
In Tanzania, I helped lead a summer English camp for children (2-15 years old).
Friendship Family Coordinator
Hospitality and Tourism
At a university in the USA, I connected international students with local families to encourage cultural exchange. I helped students and families overcome culture differences to understand each other better.
Interests: I like watching baseball, learning about different cultures, and reading the Bible.
I play several instruments for fun and I like spending time outside! Traveling and experiencing new places is important to me.
Education: BA in International Studies
Hospitality and Tourism, English Language Instruction
I studied abroad in Jordan, Japan, and Tanzania.
In the USA, I specialized in Global Cultures, Middle East Studies, and Intercultural Communication.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Japanese (Conversational), French (Basic)
Graciela Emily T.
Interests: Hi! I'm Graciela. I was born in Charleston, SC. It is a beautiful city surrounded by water and great beaches. I currently live in San Antonio, TX where I run a small business that allows me to interact with people daily.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada)
Phil Charter
Profession: English teacher and writer
Interests: Once I cycled down the most dangerous road in the world. Another time the Queen came round for tea. Interests - Travel, reading, music, cooking, comedy, and listening to your stories.
Education: I studied History at Warwick University.
I have a CELTA and have completed many CPD courses in my teaching career.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Spanish (Conversational)
James JB
Profession: English and Math Tutor
Education
I have six years of experience tutoring children and adults in English and Math.
Interests: I have many interests that I enjoy discussing which includes but not limited to the following topics:
sports, food, music, movies, learning about different cultures, and discussing the business world.
Education: Bachelors Degree
Technology
Computer Information Systems
Spoken Languages: English (Native)
Ruairi MacInnes
Profession: Teacher of English as a foreign language.
English Language Instruction
I have taught for large language schools in the UK (Bell and EF). I have taught general and business English in Valencia and Madrid. I have taught in a university in Tokyo. I have taught English short courses in Austrian schools.
Interests: My hobbies and interests are listening to music, playing music (on guitar) and reading and creative writing. I also like watching films, particularly good films from the 1970s and 1980s. What are your hobbies?
Education: Academic education
English Language Instruction
BA English & History, University of Northumbria, CPE (Common professional exam) Law, TEFL certiificate at Westmintster Kingsway College, London
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK)