Angelique (Leek)
Interests: cats, anime/manga, crochet/knit, any kind of art or crafting
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada)
Jamie91
Profession: Primary & High School English Teacher
Education
I was a Foreign Language Teacher in Thailand and Vietnam for 6 years working with ages between 4 and 18.
Summer Camp Manager and MC
English Language Instruction
I worked for 3 years as Master of Ceremony and Camp Manager for various schools and camp agencies in Thailand, organising excursions for English Program Students all over the country.
Nightclub, Bar and Restaurant Manager
Hospitality and Tourism, Management
I have worked in the Nightlife, Bar and Restaurant industry for 10 years managing various locations and projects across South East Asia.
Owner & Head Event Manager for WHAT? Events Saigon
Entrepreneurship, Performing Arts, Marketing, Management
I own a small event organisation/collective in Ho Chi Minh City promoting underground music and culture being created in the South of Vietnam, as well as giving creating platforms for them to perform live and online to grow their artist following.
Owner, Head of Networking and Sales for Saigon Spirits
Logistics, Manufacturing, Marketing, Design
As a new entrepreneurial venture my job roles for this area of my work change weekly! Feel free to ask any questions about this part of my work experience and project.
Interests: I'm 30 years old and come from Manchester in The UK. I have been an English Teacher, Motivational Speaker, MC and Summer Camp Manager in Vietnam and Thailand for the last 10 years, as well as having experience as a Tour Guide and Event/Business Manager.
I am a music lover who plays instruments, DJs and works part time in the music industry in Europe and Asia. I have my own business called Saigon Spirits in Vietnam and currently live between there and Koh Tao, Thailand!
Education: BTEC National in Music Technology
Performing Arts
I studied Music Technology at The Manchester College learning a range of skills in Live Sound, Music Production and Industry.
HND in Events Management
Hospitality and Tourism, Performing Arts
I studied my HND in Events Management at Leeds Metropolitan University.
TESOL A1 Grade
Education
I studied my TESOL in Thailand with AYC international and completed my course and in class training with an A1 Grade.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Thai (Conversational), Vietnamese (Basic)
Ruben Rendon
Profession: English professor
Interests: I love learning more about new students and people. I love having conversations with everybody about anything. I am sure you will enjoy spending sometime in my class!
Education: Graphic Designer
Visual Arts
Studied my Bachelors in graphic design.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Fluent), Portuguese (Conversational)
Eleanor
Profession: Welfare Coordinator
Mental Health, Human Resources, Non-profit
Coordinator at an NGO based in Northern France providing material aid to refugees and displaced people. My main responsibilities were to provide wellbeing support for the volunteer team, through group activities and individual chats.
Interests: I am inquisitive and creative – I love learning, be it through talking to other people, reading books, or exploring. I am an amateur photographer and enjoy photo-editing and expressing myself through art. I love to get outside whenever I can and go for long walks, no matter the weather.
I am also very passionate about social causes and current affairs, and enjoy volunteering with local organisations.
Education: MA European Studies KU Leuven
Government
Master's degree in all things related to the European Union, politics and international relations. Specialisation on history, diversity and culture in Europe.
BA Spanish with Middle East Studies and French
Research
Bachelor's degree in Modern Languages with a major in Spanish. Focus on all aspects of language learning, including writing, speaking, translation and linguistics. I spent a year abroad as an Erasmus student in Córdoba, Spain.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), French (Conversational), Spanish (Fluent)
Briana
Interests: I am an English language teacher at a community college. I have taught English for 10 years to students from around the world.
I live in North Carolina, USA with my husband and 2 children. We like to travel to visit new places and spend time together.
Education: Master Degree in Business Administration
Entrepreneurship
Business Administration university degree
Graduate Certification in TESOL
English Language Instruction, Education
TESOL for K-12
NC Community Colleges Certification
English Language Instruction, Education
Certification from the NC Community College System to teach English language to adults.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Basic)
Charea M.
Profession: ESL Teacher
English Language Instruction
I have taught English as a Second Language to Primary and Middle students since 2019.
Interests: Let's see...as far as interests go, I love to eat, I love to talk, and I love to cook, so that works out well for me! I like DIY (Do-It-Yourself) projects, trying new things, and conversing and spending quality time with my friends and family!
Education: I attended J.N. Andrews University, a small private school out in the midwest region of the USA. While there I completed a double major--Communications with an International Emphasis and Spanish for Translation.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Conversational)
Rachel Loraine
Profession: Merchandising
Interests: I love travelling and learning about different countries and cultures. I appreciate different languages so when travelling I try to learn as much of the native language before hand.
I enjoy reading, mainly murder mysteries.
I am quite an active person, I like water sports and snowboarding.
Education: I recently completed a course with Global TEFL for a 150 hour TEFL/TESOL and received an A.
I studied GCSE's at Le Rocquier school in Jersey -
Art - A
Maths - B
English Language - C
English Literature - C
Science - CC
Health and Social Care - CC
French - C
Geography - C
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK)
Uzma M
Profession: Previously I have worked as a retail manager, sales manager and a online help adviser.
Interests: Hi, My name is Uzma, I am from the UK and I also live in Morroco. I enjoy meeting new people from different backgrounds and learning about their culture. I love travelling to lots of different countries. I like learning about the history of different countries. I love reading and my favourite books are 1984 and 40 rules of love. I also painting Islamic geometric designs. I am super excited to meet you and we can talk about all our favourite things.
Education: I have a bachelor honours degree in graphic design from Bradford School of Art. I have a CELTA accredited by Cambridge University, I have a level 3 certificate in counselling skills.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Arabic (Basic), Urdu (Fluent), Punjabi (Fluent)
cooperkneeland
Profession: Au Pair
Interests: I am multilingual and have lived in several different countries, so I understand what it's like to learn another language! I like yoga and cooking new things. One of my favorite things about traveling is trying new food.
Education: Currently studying for a Bachelor of Fine Arts. TEFL certified since 2017.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Fluent), Portuguese (Conversational), Czech (Basic)
Karen
Profession: Supervisor
Government
I am retired from the Detroit Police Department and worked in administration.
Instructional Assistant
Education
I worked in Before and After Care as well as with special needs. I assisted students with homework, reading, writing, and spelling.
Polynesian Dance Instructor
Performing Arts
I teach how to dance Hawaiian Hula, Maori New Zealand, Tongan, Fijian, and Samoan.
Festival Director
Hospitality and Tourism
Organize festival entertainment, press releases, permits, and live stream events.
Interests: I am retired from the Detroit Police Department and relocated to Arizona. I design sweaters for people and dogs. I teach Polynesian dance and culture.
Education: Associates Degree
Education
Associates Degree in General Studies
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada)
jongibbs
Profession: VP Customer Success, Vasion (PrinterLogic)
Technology
I am currently VP of Customer Success for Vasion/PrinterLogic, a Global software company headquartered in USA. I have been working here since February of 2014.
Interests: I enjoy sports, especially American Football, Baseball, and NBA Basketball. I also enjoy outdoor activities like camping, hiking, fishing and riding 4 wheelers.
I am passionate about language and enjoy studying both Chinese and Tagalog.
My biggest passion is travel. I love seeing the world and meeting all the wonderful people that make up this great planet.
Education: BS International Business, Mandarin Chinese and Asian Studies Minor San Jose State University 1988
Technology, Entrepreneurship
Undergrad work done at San Jose State University, San Jose, CA Graduated in 1988
Global Technology Management, Masters Program, University of Denver, University College
Technology
Completed 18 courses in Global Technology Management Masters Program
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Chinese (Conversational), tl (Basic)
Mario
Interests: Eager to meet new people from all over the world interested in sharing our cultures and helping you perfect daily speaking skills, give me a call and learn while having fun.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Fluent)
Tyanna
Profession: Call Center Representative
Interests: Hi, my name is Tyanna! I love learning languages, reading and painting! I'm currently taking French lessons once a week online and I'm learning how to code as well! Lately, I have been watching too many Korean dramas and working on my cooking skills!
Education: Georgia State University
Government
Bachelor's Degree in Global Studies.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Conversational)
Tutor Richard
Profession: Semi-retired retail customer service officer.
Interests: Travel, Photography, Languages, Cooking, Motorcycles
Education: Certificate III Retail Travel Operations.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: Australia / New Zealand)
Tim Greber
Profession: English Language Teacher
Interests: Teaching is my vocation and passion.
I am also interested in writing, reading, football , travel, sound design, language, skiing, meditation, poetry, and David Lynch films.
I enjoy meeting people from all parts of the world. Outside Australia, I have lived in St Petersburg (Russia), Bern (Switzerland) and London (UK)
Education: Cambridge English Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (CELTA);
Bachelor of Sound and Music Design (University of Technology, Sydney)
Bachelor of Arts in International Studies (University of Technology, Sydney)
Spoken Languages: English (Native: Australia / New Zealand)
Elias
Interests: My name is Elias. I am an international citizen who has lived in/visited various countries, such as - Botswana, Tanzania, South Africa, Cyprus, Canada, the United States and the United Kingdom. I have a huge appreciation and fascination for people from all walks of life. I am extremely pleased to have qualified with a high honour Bachelors degree in Business before completing my Masters degree in Sport and Exercise Science.
Education: Bachelor's degree in business management and Master's degree in Sport and Exercise Science
Sports and Athletics, Entrepreneurship, Education
I have been an avid sports enthusiast and gym-goer for 15 years. I have participated and represented my schools, colleges and universities in many different tournaments in Cyprus, Canada, The United Kingdom, The United States and Tanzania.
Spoken Languages: English (Native)
Aaron Harker
Profession: Teacher (specialized in TESOL and IT), IT Engineer (WAN specialist)
Interests: S.C.A., computer programming(php, C#, java, vb.net, html), computer games, movies
Education: Siam Technology College, Thailand - B.A.(TESOL)
Spoken Languages: English (Native: Australia / New Zealand)
Dessirie Joy
Profession: Online Tutor
Education
I have been teaching since 2013.
Interests: Music, food, travel, innovation, Faith
Education: Currently studying to get my AA
Education
I am studying at Los Angeles Valley college. I am studying to get my associates degree in business marketing.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada)
Shawn Maloney
Profession: Teaching, Manufacturing, Robotics, Aircraft.
Aviation, Entrepreneurship, Education, Manufacturing
Teaching Children, Adults & professionals, professional magician, collecting antiques, traveling countries & learning language.
Certified machinist/tool maker/45 years, taught adults in becoming machinist/tool makers for the aircraft industry.
Interests: Teaching Children, Adults & professionals,
professional magician, collecting antiques, traveling countries & learning language.
Education: Teacher, Certified Machinist/Tool Maker.
Aviation, Education, Entrepreneurship, Manufacturing
Teaching Children, Adults & professionals, professional magician, collecting antiques, traveling countries & learning language.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), French (Fluent), Spanish (Conversational)
Tony Perez
Profession: TOEFL Teacher and Administrator
English Language Instruction, Entrepreneurship, Education, Teaching
I have been giving TOEFL Preparation courses for over 20 years and am also certified by ETS to apply the paper-based test.
Interests: I'm married and have 3 wonderful children. In my free time I like spending time with my family, reading and watching how-tos on Youtube.
Education: BA in Teaching English as a Foreign Language
Education, English Language Instruction
I have a degree in Teaching English as a Foreign Language.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Native), German (Basic)