Matt S

Interests: My interests are varied, much like yours might be! I like running and trail walking in nature, it's very relaxing and can help provide calming effects. I enjoy cooking pretty much every cuisine, but my top five would have to be Thai, Japanese, Chinese, Vietnamese and Italian. I like studying Japanese, and, while I have only studied a little, I enjoy Chinese too. I also spend time reading, playing Nintendo Switch, watching movies, doing photography, and researching economics.

Spoken Languages: English (Native: Australia / New Zealand), Japanese (Fluent)


Tracey EL

Profession: Education
Teaching
I have been teaching and supporting a range of different subjects such as English, phonics, reading, Maths, Science, PE, to a range of children and abilities. Using a range of resources, with various group sizes of children for past 5 years.

Education
Teaching
Teaching PE and Dance to children aged 11-18,at a range of different levels to exam level. Experience as a form tutor, organizing school trips and school productions.

Interests: Dance, all styles Ballet, Tap, Modern. I have been dancing and teaching for over 30 years. I also love Musical Theatre and performing in Musical Theatre shows. Married with two children.

Education: PGCE - Teaching certificate
Education
Post graduate certificate in Education - secondary teaching course.

Degree
Education
Teaching - Dance, musical theatre and teaching degree.

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


Mishana

Profession: I worked in the banking industry before I began teaching eleven years ago.

Interests: I am interested in sports and photography. I enjoyed visiting new places and learning new things. I enjoyed spending time with my family.

Education: Bachelors of Business Administration with a minor in Finance from University of North Texas, Denton, Texas. 120 hour TESOL

Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada)


Jen BHP

Profession: Online English Tutor
English Language Instruction
I have been an online English Tutor for over 5 years. I have taught over 2000+ English Classes, to over 400 students.

Tutor
Education
I was a tutor for over a year at Huntington Learning Center. I tutored students from grades K-12.

Student Teacher
Education
I was a student teacher in a first grade classroom. I planned and implemented lesson plans according to the state standards.

Wedding Gown Sales
Retail
I worked in two bridal boutiques, selling wedding gowns and accessories. It consisted of selling wedding gowns, customer service, and preparing wedding gowns for pick-up.

Interests: My passion is teaching! I have been an online ESL teacher for over 2 years. I have taught students from ages 3 to adult. I am a certified teacher in the United States, and I have my MBA and Bachelors in Elementary Education.

I enjoy spending time with my family, watching movies and going to the beach! I also, love to travel, and my most memorable experiences were traveling to the Great Barrier Reef in Australia and traveling to see Total Solar Eclipses!

My interests:
Teaching
Family
Travel
Weather
Space
Events and Weddings

Education: Bachelor in Elementary Education
Education
I have my BA in Elementary Education grades K-6.

Master of Business Administration
Hospitality and Tourism
I have my MBA in Hospitality

Bachelor of Science in Hospitality
Hospitality and Tourism
I have my BS in Hospitality with a concentration in International Hotel/Resort Managment

Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada)


Kelechi UK

Profession: Children's Tutor
Education
I have been tutoring young children from the age of 5 to 12 years old. Helping from learning how to sound out words (Phonetics) to writing creative stories. During the first lockdown, I was able to help several children with their school projects

Interests: I am currently a 3rd year student and I am studying to become an Operating Department Practitioner (ODP) ODP's are patient advocates for the sickest patient's in the hospital which are surgical patients and intensive care patients. We ensure patient safety for these patients by adequately assisting the Anaesthetist and Surgeon. I love learning and love teaching as well as getting to meet new people and learning new cultures.

Education: Access Healthcare and Nursing
Education
A'level equivalent in Body Chemistry, Biology, Psychology and Sociology

GCSE's
Education
11 GCSE's - English Lit, English Lang, Maths, Science, Drama, History, German, R.E, Media Studies, P.E,

Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK)


Dianne

Profession: Bookseller, administrative assistant.

Interests: I enjoy travelling. I’ve lived in Canada, Scotland and Northern Ireland, and I’ve visited the USA, Jamaica and several European countries. Reading has always been part of my life, and I enjoy contemporary fiction, historical fiction and mystery. My favourite music styles are classic rock and folk music. I played Scottish bagpipes for many years. I love to go for walks in the countryside. I also enjoy meeting new people and learning about their lives.

Education: I earned a Bachelor of Arts (major: history) from a Canadian university and I am currently studying for a TESOL qualification through an online academy. I believe we should never stop learning. I’ve attended beginner level language classes in French and Irish Gaelic, and also classes related to my hobbies, including creative writing, patchwork quilting, beginner’s classical guitar, and beginner’s and intermediate Scottish bagpipes.

Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada)


Megh B

Profession: Over 17 years
English Language Instruction, Mental Health, Hospitality and Tourism, Teaching
I have extensive teaching credentials in the field of ASD therapy and respite care. Within my almost 17 years of experience, I have focused on language development with these individuals.

ESL Teacher Asia
English Language Instruction, Education
Teaching English as a second language to people in Asia. Both children and adults.

Reading tutor
English Language Instruction, Education
Helping children with reading skills.

Interests: Hello, my name is Meghan Bamberg. I am 36 years old and reside in the Madison, Wisconsin area in the United States. I have three cats, two dogs, and a tortoise. It gets hectic! I am currently finishing my bachelor’s degree in Psychology with a concentration in forensics. I am also close to an English degree! I love teaching, especially English to those who come from many different cultures and places.

Education: Current College Student
Law, Mental Health
I will be getting a bachelor's degree in psychology with a concentration in forensics

Associates Degree
Education
Associates degree in libral arts studies

Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada)


Cassandra Fallon

Interests: None

Spoken Languages:


Clarabelle B

Profession: TEnglish Teacher

Interests: I have travelled and lived in many European countries and love experiencing new cultures. I have been a performer and dancer and I love the great outdoors. I make my own herbal products (medicines and beauty preparations) and give guided tours to to others to educate them to do the same. And of course, being British, I have a dog who I love very much!

Education: 10 GCSEs & 3 A levels
NVQ's in Business and Admin, Housing and I.T.
40+ years of life experience!

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


Simone McNeil

Profession: ICF Consulting
Consulting
Senior Manager, 2016-2021

Booz Allen Hamilton
Consulting
Manager, 2012-2016

Interests: I am an Army wife and a mom to two boys.

Education: Juris Doctor
Law
University at Buffalo, 2001-2004

Master of Public Administration
Government
Syracuse University, 2000-2001

Bachelor of Arts in Policy Studies
Government
Syracuse University, 1996-2000

Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada)


Carmella C

Profession: Public speaker ,,Bible teacher,,Volunteer Work ,English teacher

Interests: Crafts ,pets, people,sports,world events,bible teachings

Education: South Mecklenburg High school
College for English Speaking Teacher
Accounting

Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada)


Cariel Michel

Profession: Specialist
Retail
Customer service. Doing sales. Helping customers with their orders.

Operations specialist
Technology
Mobile phone and home services, such as internet and cable television. Helping customers with their services and payment plans.

Interests: I love meeting new people and try new things!
I am very excited for this experience, and this new chapter.

Education: Social sciences
Education
Gain skills and knowledge. Learn to apply the scientific method and how to collect and analyze data. Investigate ethical, social and legal issues. Dive into the history and foundations of human civilizations

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


Allis

Profession: Blessings of Hope Food Pantry
Non-profit
I volunteered to sort through and box food for this local organization which distributed the food to the needy in our area.

Rossmere Mennonite Church Foster Care
Non-profit
I helped with childcare for foster children in my area while their parents were in a weekly support group.

Tutoring for National Honors Society
Education
I tutored my fellow students and friends in a variety of subjects such as English, Math, and French to help them improve their grades and understanding of school subjects.

Interests: I love being out in nature and reading as often as I can. I am also a musician at heart and play three instruments as well as sing and dance. I love ballet and contemporary dancing! A fun interest that I have is writing fantasy stories and poetry! To me, life is about finding joy in the small moments and working hard to achieve your dreams.

Education: High School Diploma
Education
I graduated from a local private High School this year, 2021, with distinguished honors.

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


Nahum

Profession: Owner/Instructor, El Rey Music Center
Education, Performing Arts
I teach guitar, piano, and bass alongside a dedicated team of instructors El Rey Music Center, a performing arts school in Arlington Heights, IL.

Interests: I've worked as a musician my whole life, and I've been a music teacher to students of all ages for over 10 years. In that time, I've learned to adapt to different learning styles, develop patience, and filter out methods that don't work.

Education: Bachelor of Arts, Music Theory and Composition
Performing Arts
in 2014 I received a B.A. in Music Theory/Composition from Elmhurst University.

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


Robert Scott

Profession: 6 years at universities, high schools and private language schools
English Language Instruction
Taught a range of age-groups and all-levels in 6 different countries.

Interests: I have lived in the UK, Malawi, Thailand, India, Colombia, Peru and Italy. Interested in Art, Sports, Literature, Politics and History.

Currently living in Morocco.

Education: History
Military
3-year History degree, CELTA and trying to be a writer.

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


Alex Ryder

Profession: Kindergarten Teacher
Education
In 2020, I was the main Kindergarten Teacher for my school in Bangkok. Each week, I would introduce a new topic with the objective being to learn the new vocabulary words. We would always sing songs, play games and do fun activities to aid learning.

Interests: Two huge passions of mine are music and sports. I have been playing drums for the past 10 years and have recently started to learn guitar. I have always been an avid runner and footballer. Two new hobbies that I have picked up whilst living in Asia has been rock climbing and scuba diving.
I enjoy being outdoors and revelling in nature. Going on hikes and camping in the great outdoors is one of the best gifts that we receive.

Education: ESL Teacher
Education
From 2018-2019, I taught English to kindergarteners and elementary school students in a private academy in South Korea.
Making the lessons fun and engaging was the main goal. This helped the students to focus and get the most out of the lessons.

Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK)


Matt

Interests: I am an avid reader, language learner and cook.

Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK)


Melissa Z.

Profession: 5th Grade Virtual Reading Teacher-Florida Cyber Charter Academy

Interests: Traveling to new places, having adventures, reading, going to the beach, spending time with family, and running.

Education: Certified K-6 Teacher/Florida
Reading Endorsement/Florida
Gifted Endorsement/Florida
ESOL Certified/Florida
Master of Arts in International Education, Framingham University
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Social Behavior, University of California, Irvine

Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada)


sallywainman

Profession: Online Tutor for Level 3 Counselling Diploma
Education
Providing tutor support, marking assignments, giving individual detailed feedback, guidance on research and critical reasoning skills, references, and grammar. Over 300 students to date. Examples of feedback and positive student reviews available.

ESOL Voluntary Teacher with RefuNet
English Language Instruction
Conversational and Business English lessons, including interview practice and preparation with refugees who wish to improve their English. All delivered online via Zoom. Lessons all individually prepared to meet the needs of the student.

English Language GSCE Voluntary Tutor
Education
Delivering online English Language GCSE lessons to Year 10 students who require additional support due to the effects of school closures and also students from disadvantaged backgrounds who will benefit from additional support to pass their exams.

Interests: Books - I love to read.. Mostly history and science, but also fiction books that tell a good story. I also like to knit, sing, walk my dogs, and garden - but not at the same time! I enjoy learning about people and different places and new ideas.

Education: 2:1 History Hons Degree
Education
Degree from Bristol University, with a specialism in 13th and 14th-century philosophy.

Level 3 Award in Education & Training (PTLLS)
Education
Currently working towards a Level 3 qualification which is a foundation course for teaching in the adult education and skills sector

TEFL 120 Premier Qualification from The TEFLorg
English Language Instruction
Incorporating 50 hours TEFL training, 30 hours Grammar & Language awareness, 20 hours Video & observation, 10 hours Telephone teaching, and how to plan and deliver effective and engaging lessons, matching lessons to thelanguage needs of each student.

Advanced Certificate in Teaching Business English from the TEFLorg
English Language Instruction
Incorporating improving communication skills in the world of business by creating appropriate and relevant material for students based on real-life resources. Report writing, emails, presentation skills and interview practice

Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK)


Maizey Alice Scott

Profession: English Teacher
Education, English Language Instruction
I am a teacher in an International School.

Interests: I have a degree in Psychology. I've been an English teacher in Vietnam for over 2 years. I love exercise, reading and watching movies.

Education: Psychology Bachelors
Mental Health
I studied a 3 year bachelors degree in Psychology at Sheffield Hallam University.

Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK)