Luke Bean
Profession: EFL Teacher
English Language Instruction
From 2016-2018 in South Korea.
From 2018 to today, in London
Interests: I have worked in the Science Museum, which I loved. I learned how to cook some Korean food when I worked in Korea. I write fiction and am learning Korean.
Education: English Ba
Education
English literature Ba
Astrophysics BSc
Education
From UCL
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Korean (Basic)
Kelsey Nadolson
Profession: Bridal Stylist
Fashion
I sell wedding dresses and help brides feel beautiful on their big day!
Interests: I am a fourth year student at the Ohio State University studying Fashion and Retail. I am passionate about beauty, regardless of what form it comes in. I love to help people, and truly want to see you succeed. My favorite thing to do is have an adventure, so get ready for a wild and fun ride!
Education: Fifth Year Student
Fashion
The Ohio State University
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada)
Michelle H
Profession: Canadian mother of 4 living in Panama and learning Spanish. (formerly bank teller and property manager)
Interests: Travel, Board Games, Natural Healing and Prevention, Spiritual Enlightenment, Learning About New Cultures and Languages, Cross Fit, Finding New Recipes, Yoga and Meditation.
Education: BA with a Major in Linguistics; Teaching English as a Second Language Certificate; Reiki Level 2; First Aid
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada)
Audrey
Interests: I love to travel, meet new people, and see new places! I also enjoy running, yoga, reading, checking out new bars and cafes wherever I go, and baking sweets!
Education: B.A. Spanish
Education
Oklahoma State University - B.A. Spanish
M.S. International Studies
Education
Oklahoma State University - M.S. International Studies
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Conversational), Chinese (Basic)
Joe Daquisto
Interests: My interests are pop culture/film, travel, languages, snow, winter sports, hockey, basketball.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Russian (Conversational)
Tiffany Lopes
Profession: Marketing Communications Intern at By Jill Diamond
Marketing, English Language Instruction
● Develop a LinkedIn marketing strategy by leading customer outreach and creating promotional flyers.
● Supported the company’s strategic rebranding by designing the website’s mobile view, coordinating the email marketing strategy.
Summer and Fall Marketing Intern at Matice Biosciences
Marketing, Entrepreneurship
● Designed a pitch deck which has secured over $500K in pre-seed round funding.
● Conceptualized social media content for Instagram and Pinterest by creating aesthetic and captivating images and videos.
● Envisioned brand strategy.
Social Media Intern at Aje Digital
Marketing
● Created digital marketing images for Aje Digital’s Instagram account which resulted in 50% higher engagement.
● Composed posts for the agency’s LinkedIn and Facebook pages to update their client portfolio.
Summer Associate Intern at Neolink International
Research, Consulting
● Represented Neolink at events hosted by the Brazilian-American Chamber of Commerce to create reports on trade news and development opportunities between the U.S. and Brazil.
● Liaised for Brazilian client Silochi.
Interests: In high school, I taught English to middle and high school students from the nearby Rocinha favela twice a week. At Hamilton, I became a student teacher with America Reads, where I worked with a second-grader on developing her literacy skills using engaging children’s books to excite her on the prospect of reading.
Education: Bachelor of Arts from Hamilton College
Writing and Journalism
Creative Writing major, Art History minor
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Portuguese (Native), Spanish (Fluent)
Dwayne Joseph
Profession: English as a Second Language Teacher
English Language Instruction
-Created lesson plans for kindergarten to 6th grade.
-Practiced English grammar and speech pronunciation
5th Grade Homeroom Teacher
Education
-Develop curriculum and instruct English, geography, and math classes for 5th grade
-Observe and evaluate students’ performance, behavior, social development and physical health
• Evaluate and revise lesson plans and course content
Interests: I was an English teacher in South Korea for 3 years. Now I am a 5th grade English and geography teacher in Baltimore, Maryland. I love teaching and I love learning about different cultures and languages.
Education: Bachelor of Arts in Speech Language Pathology
English Language Instruction
Graduated in 2018.
Master of Education in Teaching English Language Learners
Education, English Language Instruction
Current student. Graduation in May 2022
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Korean (Basic)
Tom
Profession: Bartender
Hospitality and Tourism
I started working in hospitality in 2015 and got my first bartending job in Nice, France, in 2016. I've worked in a variety of different venues, including cocktail bars on the French Riviera and one of England's oldest hotels.
Personal Trainer
Sports and Athletics
I got my qualifications at university and currently work part time with a couple of clients helping them reach their fitness goals.
Interests: I've been teaching English for over five years now, starting at the end of 2019. For me there are two things that stand out about this job; the first is being able to meet different people around the world and learn about your different cultures and countries, and the second is being able to impart my knowledge and help you learn a useful skill - English! It's a great feeling to watch students learn, grow and overcome challenges.
Since graduating from university I've lived in a few different corners of the world and find it exciting to explore new places. I currently live in Quito, Ecuador and I'm comfortable speaking Spanish, have a decent level of French and even know a little Russian. I have a variety of interests - I'm passionate about sports and exercise, I love to work out and eat well, and my favourite sport is football. I also enjoy playing the guitar, reading, getting lost down YouTube rabbit holes, and I'm even currently working on creating my own channel - teaching English of course!
Education: Sports & Exercise Management BA
Sports and Athletics
I did my degree at the University of Kent in Southeast England. It was a three-year course, covering aspects of business, marketing, psychology, biology, and personal training.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), French (Conversational), Spanish (Fluent)
Dominic Brennan
Profession: English Teacher
Interests: I like to talk about Culture, Traveling, Food, Computers, Motorcycles, and Gaming. I'm also learning French at the moment.
Education: Bachelors in Anthropology, University of Colorado 2018
TEFL and YLT certification
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), French (Basic)
Brady BK
Profession: English Teacher
Interests: Music, sports, politics, travel, tech, news, too many to list!
Education: UC Santa Cruz B.A. Psychology/Sociology
TEFL Certificate
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Conversational)
Faith Carranza
Interests: I enjoy traveling and learning about new cultures. I am from Canada but currently live in Mexico. I am here to help you learn English the best way that you need it! I enjoy a wide range of topics. Pretty much Nothing is off the table when it comes to conversational topics. Whatever you need I am here to help.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Basic)
Matt McKown
Interests: I’ve been a massage therapist for 10 years and went to the best school in the United States for my profession. I also have certificates in personal training, data analytics, health education and of course my TEFL certificate. I have a lot of things that I enjoy doing and I try to bring that into the conversation when I can. I am into business as well with selling customized products to people.
Spoken Languages: English (Native)
Amaru
Profession: Writer, Poet, Freelance Writer
Interests: I love to learn different languages (Spanish and Swahili) and I also love to read, write, travel and explore different cultures.
Education: I am one class always from completing my degree in Business Management and Marketing with a minor in Spanish at Manhattan College.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada)
Leigh Jade
Profession: Child minder
Education
Ran my own business caring for pre-school children. Compiled with Early Years Foundation Studies guidelines and recommendations, Health & Safety laws etc.
Interests: I'm chatty, bubbly and love making new friends. I'm a Mum of three and enjoy reading, gardening, cross stitch and many other things!
In class, I'd be delighted to hear about my students' life styles, cultures, families, hobbies, interests and more.
My professional experience is in childcare and I have enjoyed helping and tutoring many children and friends throughout the years.
Education: Ofsted registered pre-school tutor
Education
I ran my own Ofsted-aligned pre-school business tutoring and teaching children aged 1-4 years. I kept up-to-date with Ofsted recommendations, guidelines and targets. I am also a trained first aider and certified in food hygiene and health & safety.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK)
Janna Marie
Profession: Outschool - Online Teacher
Education
Currently instructing multiple students on a small group teaching platform. I create lesson plans and implement these subjects based on my area of strong interest and expertise. I am currently specializing in History, Art, and English.
GogoKid
English Language Instruction
Instructed and educated students in one-on-one English classes for ages 4 to 16. Instruction includes grammar, phonics, verbal communication, science and social studies. Used a variety of techniques to incorporate into a fun experience.
DadaABC
English Language Instruction
Instructed and educated students in one-on-one English classes for ages 4 to 16. Instruction includes grammar, phonics, verbal communication, science and social studies. Used a variety of techniques to incorporate into a fun experience.
TutorABC
English Language Instruction
Instructed and educated students in one-on-one English classes for ages 4 to 16. Instruction includes grammar, phonics, verbal communication, science and social studies. Used a variety of techniques to incorporate into a fun experience.
Interests: Reading, crafting, movies, sewing, Disney, learning history, and travel.
Education: Bachelor's Degree - English
Education
Studied literature, history, philosophy, rhetoric, and creative fiction and nonfiction writing, grammar theory, and curriculum development. Received extensive knowledge and training in short story and poetry writing, screen writing, and English.
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Education
Studied the principles and procedures of supervising children from newborn through age nine. Learned about their growth and development, exploring cultural differences, child psychology, safety, health and nutrition, and building a curriculum.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada)
Kelly UKA
Profession: Lead ESL Instructor
English Language Instruction
Century Bridge (Taiwan) - since 2021
Teacher Manager, ESL Teacher
English Language Instruction
Global Step Academy (Japan) - since 2021
ESL Teacher
English Language Instruction
VIPKID (China) - since 2017
ESL Group Class Teacher
English Language Instruction
Edukita (Indonesia) - since 2021
Interests: Travel, animals, meeting new people
Education: Bachelor of Biology & Bachelor of Biochemistry
Medicine
North Carolina State University
Masters of Bioethics
Medicine
Wake Forest University
TEFL
English Language Instruction
The TEFL Academy
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada)
Mabel Lar
Profession: Teacher
Interests: Traveling
Baking
Cooking
Theater
Sports
Education: University of Calgary
Bachelors of Arts in Sociology
Bachelors of Arts in Education
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada)
Tombra D
Profession: Finance Assistant
Interests: Baking, Travelling , Gardening, Volunteering, Reading, Food Photography, Content Creation.
Education: Bachelor of Arts in Tourism Management
Diploma in Finance
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), German (Conversational)
Diana Cagle
Profession: Teacher
Interests: My family is most important to me. I am married to my high school sweetheart and we have three children together. We have a son, age 11 and two daughters, ages 9 and 7. I love traveling with my family and experiencing different cultures.
Education: Bachelors - Secondary Education - Fayetteville State University
Masters - School Administration - UNC Pembroke
EdS - Education Specialist - Liberty University
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada)
JadeK
Interests: My name is Jade Kennedy, I am 22 years old and I am a native English speaker from South Africa. I am studying a Bachelors Degree through long distance learning at the University of South Africa and will be majoring in English and Psychology. After I have completed my studies I wish to pursue a career as a foundation phase teacher. I love interacting with other people and have always been passionate about teaching as I enjoy helping others grow and improve themselves.
Education: University of South Africa
Education
Currently enrolled at the University of South Africa, obtaining a Bachelor of Arts degree majoring in English and Psychology
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK)