Alisia F
Profession: Recruiter and writer
Interests: I love to travel and lived in China for 4 years as a child. I volunteered at the 2008 Beijing Olympics and interned at the 2010 World Expo in Shanghai. I love learning new cultures and sharing stories and experiences. In terms of interests, I enjoy: reading (fantasy, thriller, science fiction, romance), writing, video games, dance, TV shows, and movies.
Education: Bachelor of Arts in Chinese Language & Literature
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Chinese (Fluent)
Natalia Victoria
Profession: Business Intern
Interests: Reading, Languages, Rock Climbing, Running, Business, Cooking, learning anything new!
Education: Pursuing a Bachelors in Business Administration at the University of Michigan Ross School of Business (top 3 undergrad business programs). 2 years completed at Eastern Michigan University.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Chinese (Fluent), French (Basic)
Lisa Gong
Profession: Tutor
Interests: Interested in learning and teaching language!
Education: Bachelor of Psychology and Marketing from the University of Sydney
Spoken Languages: English (Native: Australia / New Zealand), Chinese (Conversational), Japanese (Basic)
Vanessa
Profession: Secondary School Teacher & Specialized Tutor.
Interests: I am interested in world travel, healthy living, music, current events, business, and much more!
Education: Post Degree Bachelor of Education from the University of British Columbia; Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Victoria; TEFL and TEYL Certifications.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Chinese (Conversational), French (Basic), Japanese (Basic)
Kirsten Lewis
Profession: Cabin Crew
Interests: I love to travel, cook, bake, go to dance class and write.
Education: I have a Bachelors degree in Spanish from the University of Glasgow.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Spanish (Conversational), Chinese (Basic)
Molly J Moser
Profession: English Teacher at PalFish, BlingABC, iTutorGroup, 51Talk
Interests: Exercising, calligraphy, studying languages, cuddling with my rabbits, spending time with friends and family, teaching, writing, traveling, food/eating, history, comedy/improv/humor, singing, card games/board games.
Education: Bachelor of Arts in Journalism, English-Writing from the University of Nevada, Reno.
150-Hour TEFL certification from The International TEFL Academy.
In progress: Adobe Cloud Software certification from The Academy of Film, Fashion, and Design.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Basic), Chinese (Basic)
kellykunyi
Profession: Student
Interests: Love having conversations with and meeting new people! I find it interesting to hear how others are doing in the world, especially right now.
Education: Currently pursuing my undergraduate degree at New York University. I'm studying film & television!
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Chinese (Conversational)
Charly L
Profession: AMI Montessori teacher (3-6)
Interests: I love to travel and learn new languages. I also enjoy reading, yoga, swimming and chatting with friends. My perfect weekend would be playing board games with friends and cooking a delicious meal together!
Education: Montessori Teacher Certificate (AMI 3-6, London, UK)
Yoga teacher training 200 hours
TEFL in China Certificate (Beijing)
Bachelor of Arts German and Chinese (University of Manchester)
TEFL Certificate (London)
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), French (Native), German (Fluent), Chinese (Conversational), Spanish (Basic)
Jessalynn T
Profession: Program Manager at Cambridge Academy
Interests: I am an amateur crossfitter, powerlifter, and crocheter! In 2018 I went to Florence, Italy to represent Team Canada quidditch at the Quidditch World Cup! In my spare time I like to eat donuts and tacos. I am non-binary, and my pronouns are they/them.
Education: Masters in Education from the University of Toronto. Bachelor of Education from Queen's University in Kingston, Ontario. Bachelor of Music from Queen's University, specializing in Opera/Classical Voice.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Chinese (Native)
Nicole C
Interests: During my free time, I enjoy reading, watching tv shows, and exploring the outside world. I am born in Los Angeles, America and my parents are from Taiwan. I lived in Los Angeles, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Macau, Thailand, and Las Vegas. I love to travel. I love all sorts of food and that always makes me happy.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Chinese (Native)
Duaa R
Profession: Student
Interests: I love baking, photography, learning chinese and going travelling to natural places.
Education: Chemical Engineering MEng
Chemistry PhD (in progress)
TEFL 120 hour
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Chinese (Conversational), Urdu (Native), Hindi (Native)
Lucy Stanhope
Profession: Student
Interests: Rowing, running, hiking, swimming, yoga, travel, movies. Spent my year abroad in Beijing! National rowing champion!
Education: 1st class Bachelor of Arts degree in Business, Chinese and Spanish from Newcastle University
HSK 5
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Spanish (Fluent), Chinese (Conversational)
Emily Renie
Profession: Reading, Writing, and Phonics Tutor
Interests: I love traveling and being in nature. I have been to countries in South America, Africa, the Caribbean, South East Asia, and Europe. I even lived in Malaysia for one year and can speak Malay conversationally. In my free time, I study Chinese and Spanish. Finally, I love trying new food (especially spicy food!) and drink coffee every day.
Education: Bachelor of Arts in Teaching English as a Second Language from Liberty University; 120 TESL certificate from International Open Academy
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Chinese (Conversational), Spanish (Basic), Malay (Conversational)
Michelle Lei
Profession: I am currently a student.
Interests: I love to play tennis and volunteer! I spend much of my free time reading books and hanging out with my family. I also really like to social media.
Education: I am a senior at Wesleyan University in Connecticut. I am studying for my Bachelor of Arts in Neuroscience and Psychology with a Minor in Data Analysis.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Chinese (Fluent)
MS Sandra Chan
Profession: Currently an international primary school teacher in Abu Dhabi!
Interests: Hi there, I'm a keen photographer & enjoy spending time in the great outdoors when I'm not teaching. Since food fuels the mind, cooking is also a hobby of mine! I look forward to speaking with you.
Education: * Bachelor of Education in Teaching (University of Auckland)
* TEFL Certificate
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Chinese (Native)
zarateemy
Profession: Student
Interests: As a student, I can relate with other students especially! I love to bake in my spare time because I have an especially sweet tooth. I'm a classically trained dancer, but I would like to eventually learn some hiphop!
Education: Diploma from Louisiana School for Math, Science, and the Arts
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Chinese (Fluent)
Ursula Roscigno
Profession: Student
Interests: I'm a current college student so I love being with my friends and going to multiple events on campus. I also love cooking and playing guitar.
Education: Currently completing a double major in Marketing and Italian Studies and a minor in International business (second year). Before university, I completed the International Baccalaureate diploma in high school.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Italian (Native), Chinese (Conversational), tl (Basic)
Elaine
Profession: HR
Interests: I'm a "travelling foodie", someone who enjoys discovering delicious food whether that is at home in London or abroad on my travels!
Education: TEFL-certified, CIPD Level 7 in HR, BSc Psychology
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Chinese (Fluent)
Levana Wang
Profession: Campus Marketing Representative at University of Michigan
Interests: Acting, Broadway, TV Shows, Social Media (Instagram, TikTok), Dancing (Hip-Hop, Jazz), Traveling (Countries I've Been To: South Africa, Japan, China, England, Canada, Bahamas)
Education: 1. Bachelor of Fine Arts in Acting at University of Michigan with Dual Minors in Ross School of Business and Performing Arts Management
2. Drama Major HS Graduate of LaGuardia High School of Performing Arts (Notable Alum: Timothee Chalamet, Nicki Minaj, Jennifer Aniston)
3. Real Estate License from NYREI
4. Study Abroad at Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts (London, UK)
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Chinese (Native)
Sophie Elizabeth C
Profession: Student
Interests: I am a full time languages student, studying Spanish and Mandarin, so I fully understand the complexities of learning a language! I'm also a portrait artist and in my free time I love to sing, explore the outdoors and I'm also a lover of films and literature. I love to learn about other cultures and teach people about my culture.
Education: TEFL Qualified English tutor.
Currently an Undergraduate at The University of Manchester studying Spanish and Mandarin.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Spanish (Fluent), Chinese (Basic)