LaQuinda Johnson

Interests: -Reading
-Writing
-Public Speaking
- Video Games

Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada)


Mandy Smith

Profession: CAD designer
Design
I worked in the design industry for 10 years.

Teaching English Language
Teaching
I have taught English as a foreign language for nearly 4 years. I do this in the classroom and online. My student age vary from 4 years old all the way up to adults

Interests: I have lots of hobbies
I love to read
I love to go to the beach
I spend a lot of time walking my dogs
I also love swimming

Education: Marketing and Business diploma
Advertising
This diploma has given me knowledge into marketing and business

BA Hons in Design
Building and Architecture
I did a design degree for 3 years. This covered construction, interior design, graphic design and CAD design

Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Vietnamese (Basic), French (Basic), Afrikaans (Basic)


British Accent Emma

Interests: What makes me happy? Of course languages and chatting with people. I also enjoy singing and music- anything from Whitney Houston to The Beatles to Silvia Pérez.

Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), French (Native), Spanish (Fluent), Italian (Fluent), Swedish (Conversational)


Leanne Robson

Profession: Personal Consultant: providing tutoring, mentoring and life skills coaching solutions for 7 years.

Interests: Arts, Culture and Entertainment, listening to the radio, reading news stories, music, dance, politics, story-telling, festivals, spirituality, health and wellness, life skills coaching, mentoring, marketing, branding, movies, meeting new and interesting people, social justice and life-long learning

Education: • TEFL – TESOL Certificate, (T7884) Teflen Training College
• Business Marketing Diploma, Honours George Brown College
• Sociology Course, Ryerson University Chang School
• English University Course, Independent Learning Centre
• Administrative Assistant Diploma, Academy of Learning

Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), French (Basic)


Robertrob3

Profession: Teaching

Interests: A self-directed, action oriented professional with over 10 year's experience in education and community service. I enjoy sports, music, and learning more. I also have studied the Russian language for 7 years and am continuing to learn about it.

Education: TEFL certified

Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Russian (Conversational)


SimonSensei

Profession: Edu-saurus Rex: 25+ Years Roaring Through Education, HR & Tech
Education, Technology, Management, English Language Instruction
🔹 25+ years’ experience in Education, HR, Management & Tech
🔹 Expert in English language teaching & curriculum design
🔹 Proven track record across schools, corporates & institutions

Interests: Ready to speak confidently in English?

🔹 With 23 years’ teaching across Japan, Saudi Arabia, and beyond, I turn every lesson into an easy-to-follow conversation.
🔹 Real-world topics, digital tools, and interactive activities keep you speaking—and smiling.
🔹 CELTA-trained and a Cambridge Speaking Examiner, I pinpoint exactly what you need to level up.
🔹 Supportive, patient feedback at the end of each session ensures you know your wins—and your next steps.

Join me for relaxed, fun lessons designed around you. Book now and let’s reach your English goals together!

Education: Leadership and Management
Education
Master of Education.

Management and Chemical Sciences
Education
Bachelor's of Science in Management and Chemistry.

PMP
Technology
Project Management Professional certification from pmi.org

PSM1
Technology
Professional Scrum Master I from scrum.org

CELTA
English Language Instruction
English teaching certificate from Cambridge English.

Japanese Level 3/4 Proficiency
Education
Japanese Language Proficiency Test (Level 3 when I took it, then became Level 4 when new level was introduced).

Masters of Research
Education
Masters of Research from University of Liverpool, UK.

UK-Qualified Teacher
Education
Currently in the process of completing my teaching portfolio to become a UK-Qualified QTLS teacher.

Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Japanese (Conversational)


Valerie Andalucia

Interests: Travel, reading, good food and wine, walking, art, dogs.

Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Spanish (Fluent), French (Conversational)


Frank

Profession: Academy Owner
Education
I own and run my own language business.

Sales and Marketing
Marketing
I have worked in numerous sales and marketing roles in the publishing, advertising and property markets,

Interests: I’ve spent the last 10+ years helping people from all walks of life improve their English, and lately, I’ve found a real passion in working with lawyers and professionals who want to express themselves clearly and confidently in a global environment.

I know what it feels like to struggle with communication — to want to say something but not feel sure how. That’s why I focus on creating a relaxed, honest space where you can grow, speak freely, and build real skills that matter for your work and life.

I’m also really interested in how AI tools like ChatGPT can support professionals

Education: UK A Levels
Technology
I obtained three A levels in Biology, Chemistry and Geography.

Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Spanish (Fluent)


Brenda Raymond

Profession: Online ESL/EFL Teacher/Tutor
English Language Instruction, Education, Teaching
Work for Cambly, VIPKID, The English Club, Costa Rica teaching English to Costa Ricans (of all ages), Chinese students (4 - 16 years old), Cambly students (age 8 to adult).

Online Tutor
Education, Teaching
Tutored Math, ELA, Spanish, other elementary and middle school subjects.

Computer Teacher
Education, Teaching, Technology
Taught computer skills to Kindergarten - high school.

Elementary School Teacher in Costa Rica
Education, English Language Instruction, Teaching
Taught math to first through sixth grades.
Taught second, third, fourth and six grades all subjects.
Taught in English to mostly EFL students.

University Adult Education Computer Instructor
Education, Technology, Teaching
Taught Web site building skills and use of publishing software.

Software Engineer
Technology
Worked for a software company developing software products.

Interests: I like nordic walking, kayaking, biking, swimming, travelling, technology, cooking, education, reading young adult dystopia novels, movies, meeting new people, conversing.

Education: Master's Degree in Educational Leadership
Education
Degree from Framingham State University - learned all facets of teaching and leading teachers.

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science
Technology
Degree from Boston University. Prepared for work as a Software Engineer

Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Fluent)


David Meschia

Profession: I worked for ECORP INTERNATIONAL SINGAPORE.
English Language Instruction
I worked as a TESOL teacher and instructor for ECORP Vietnam branch where I taught age groups from 16-25 years old.I have successfully taught 1000s of students during my 14 years teaching.

Interests: I am married with two daughters. i have three brothers and two sisters. I live in Manchester and I love football and sport. I also love watching movies and cooking.

Education: 8 GCSE Passes - Dukinfield Astley Grammar School Manchester 1987-1992. 2 A-level (Advanced GCSE) passes – Dukinfield Astle
English Language Instruction
Attended Hyde Clarendon College for A level in English.

Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK)


Musa Haneefa

Profession: Lecturer/Curriculum Developer
Education
Course developer in Antalya Bilim University

Interests: Farming, swimming, martial arts, archery, horse-riding, and cooking are my favorite hobbies when I'm not teaching.

Education: Masters
Education
Masters Higher Education and Administration

Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Arabic (Conversational)


Mickey

Interests: I am writing a novel and I am also developing an App. I love to read and watch movies as well as enjoy time with my friends. My wife and I have recently moved from Australia to Greece to help people learn more about the Bible.

Spoken Languages: English (Native: Australia / New Zealand)


Yvonne Jordan

Interests: Hi, I am Yvonne. Currently I live in the Netherlands, but I also lived in the UK, Ireland, Switzerland, South Africa and Japan. The languages I speak are: English, German, Dutch, Japanese, French, a little bit of Swedish and I recently started studying Spanish. So I know and understand your challenges in learning a new language completely! Next to teaching you English I can also help with German and Dutch. We can talk about modern business management, social learning, neuroscience of language learning, music (I am a bass guitar beginner and play the piano), movies, art and history. I am also a Gallup certified Clifton Strengths Coach and would love to discuss your Strengths and how to apply them better. I hold a black belt in the Japanese martial art of iaido (the way of the sword). I am very much looking forward to meeting you!

Education: International Business Management MA
Finance and Banking, Manufacturing, Education
Westminster University, London UK

Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Dutch (Native), German (Fluent), Japanese (Conversational), French (Conversational), Swedish (Basic), Spanish (Basic)


Julie M

Profession: ELL Teacher/School Librarian/ Spanish Teacher
Education, Teaching
I am currently an ESL teacher, but I have been a librarian in a 6th-12th grade school and a Spanish teacher in the past.

Interests: I am interested in many things and am always willing to try something new. I love nature, animals, especially cats, farming, gardening, cooking, sewing, knitting, hiking, camping, archaeology, and traveling. I read mainly fantasy and mystery novels, as well as young adult novels for my work as a librarian and teacher in a 6th -12th grade school.
I speak and read in Spanish, but I am currently studying Modern Greek, so I can communicate with people when I travel to Greece again in the future.

Education: Always learning...
Education
While I do have a BA in Spanish and a MA in Library Science, I consider myself a lifelong learner. Ancora imparo!

Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Conversational)


diane

Profession: Special Education Teacher
Education
Worked with young children on the Autism Spectrum.

Interests: I enjoy traveling and teaching yoga when I get to new places.

Education: Masters Degree in Special Education
Education


Yoga Teacher
Education
200 hour Yoga Teacher Training

Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada)


WestLee C

Profession: Sylvan Learning
Education
- Taught students of all age groups

Interests: My interests include travelling, playing sports, reading, cooking, trying new restaurants, going to concerts, and playing board games.

Education: Business School
Finance and Banking
Business School

Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), French (Native), Chinese (Native), Spanish (Conversational), German (Basic), Japanese (Basic)


Rachel

Interests: Hi, I'm Rachel. I'm an English teacher on the side, but I actually have tons of experience teaching. I usually work with students who already know at least the basics and need to improve their speaking skills and vocabulary, or proficient students who need to master their skills for work situations and living abroad.
Having lived in 5 different countries and traveled to about 25, cross-cultural communication is something I'm very familiar with.
I'm fluent in Brazilian Portuguese, and can "hold my own" in Spanish.

My interests are dance, music, gardening, holistic wellness, hiking, surfing, nature, meditation, and superfoods.

Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Portuguese (Fluent), Spanish (Conversational)


Ronnie

Interests: I am a very enthusiastic, driven, and adventurous person. I love trying new things and helping others solve problems. I also love traveling the world and meeting people from different cultures and backgrounds, painting, cooking international cuisine, hiking, organic farming, and horseback riding. It is important for us all to make the most out of our lives while we are here on earth!

Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Navajo (Fluent), Spanish (Fluent)


Jesse K

Profession: I'm working as English Tutor. In the past I was a Caregiver for the elderly and a Phlebotomist

Interests: I love to travel! I've been to The Philippines, Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, and Mexico. I like to spend my time camping, swimming, surfing, making new friends, watching Netflix, cooking, spending time with my cat and reading Fantasy, Dramas, and Adventure books.

Education: I studied Finance at Salt Lake Community College and have a 120 hour TEFL certificate

Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Japanese (Basic)


Ariana

Interests: In my free time I love learning a new language. I am currently learning American Sign Language and loving every minute of it. I also enjoy painting and just recently dabbled into digital art, learning the ukulele, and playing with my puppy.

Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada)