Katie Vo
Profession: Freelance Writer
Interests: I am a yoga enthusiast, a national park lover, book worm, world traveler, foodie, writer, singer, etc. I am interested in many topics and love learning about and discussing new things.
Education: Bachelor of Arts in Creative Writing/English from Taylor University; TESOL Certificate
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Chinese (Basic), Spanish (Basic)
adeutsch29
Profession: Legal Team Associate
Interests: I'm interested in politics, sustainability, cooking, and traveling to new places!
Education: Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and East Asian Studies with Chinese Language proficiency.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Chinese (Conversational)
Beth Kangas
Profession: Digital Learning Specialist
Education
Teaching computer skills to students in grades K-5 in a primary school.
Librarian/English teacher/History Teacher
Education, English Language Instruction
Worked for 11 years overseas teaching a variety of different subjects. Experience in Mexico, the Arab world, and Asia.
VIPKid Teacher
English Language Instruction
Teaching classes to VIPKid students and adults.
Interests: Travel, knitting, computers, walking, fitness, reading, cats.
Education: BA in International Relations from Boston, University. MSLIS from Simmons College with education certification. Many college courses focusing on technology.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Conversational), French (Conversational), Chinese (Basic)
Kaitlyn Ch
Profession: Marketing Manager & Writer
Interests: I love travelling, reading, cooking and staying active. I start my day with a meditation and yoga session every morning.
Education: Fashion Management at London College of Fashion
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Chinese (Fluent)
Louise B D
Profession: I have been a journalist, author and translation editor; I am currently finishing a book,
Interests: Hello, I'm Louise. I'm here to help you improve your English in whatever way works for you and your needs. We can have fun chats about topics from hilarious cultural misunderstandings to the world's best cuisine; we can make sense of those annoying, inconsistent English grammar rules; we can practice acing your next English test. My promise to you is that our session will never be boring! See you soon;.
Education: Master's degree in Applied Linguistics with a specialty in Teaching English from the University of Paris; bachelor's degree in Russian and French from the University of Lancaster.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), French (Fluent), Chinese (Basic), Russian (Conversational), Spanish (Basic), German (Basic), sh (Basic), Thai (Basic)
Sara Mack
Profession: Teacher
Interests: I love to dance and have done many different styles (from Irish dancing to Japanese buyo dancing) over the years.
I also enjoy travelling, and spent nearly six years living in Shanghai, China.
Education: Bachelor of Chinese Studies with an additional major in Global Studies from Carnegie Mellon University
Masters of Teaching (Primary) from Queensland University of Technology
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Chinese (Basic)
Marine TB
Profession: TEFL Teacher
Interests: I have a real passion for contemporary art and drawing. Whenever I have free time, I love to draw and look at other artists' work on social media. My other hobbies include, listening to all types of music, cooking and keeping fit. My most memorable life experience was when I lived in the rural suburbs of Beijing and taught English in a middle school. It was a truly unforgettable experience!
Education: Bachelor of Arts in Chinese (Modern and Classical) from School of Oriental and African Studies, University of London.
120-hour Premier Online TEFL.org Course.
30-hour Teaching Young Learners Advanced TEFL.org Course.
40-hour Teaching English Online TEFL.org Course.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), French (Fluent), Chinese (Conversational), Spanish (Basic)
Kari Kling
Profession: I am an English teacher.
Interests: Drawing, cycling, watching movies, and travelling are my favorite things to do!
Education: I have a TEFL certificate from International TEFL Academy, and I am almost finished my bachelor's degree from Ashford University in English Language Learning.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Chinese (Basic)
Katie Prescott
Profession: English Teacher, Kyotanabe Board of Education (2022-23)
English Language Instruction, Education, Teaching
Taught English to children aged 3-15 at public schools in Japan. Prepared students for the EIKEN exams.
Science Teacher, Rivers Multi Academy Trust (2019-20)
Education, Teaching
Taught Science and Chemistry to children aged 11-18 at a public school in the UK. Prepared students for GCSE and A level exams.
University Admissions Preparation Coach, Vision Academy Shanghai (2017-2019)
Teaching
Prepared students for science admissions interviews at the University of Cambridge and University of Oxford.
Also taught at a two week research summer camp in Shanghai, developing students' scientific research and academic writing skills.
Science Teacher, Elite Journey (summer 2017)
Education, Teaching
Taught science to students at summer camps in Guangzhou, helping them develop scientific English and debating skills.
English Teacher, Camford Royal School Beijing (summer 2016)
English Language Instruction, Education, Teaching
Taught English to students aged 6-14 at summer camps in Shijiazhuang and Beijing.
Interests: I love reading, particularly fantasy books such as Harry Potter, sailing and walking in the countryside. I also really enjoy travelling and studying languages - previously I studied Chinese in China for one year, backpacked around Europe and explored Mongolia and Russia on the trans-siberian railway! I love to learn about new cultures and places, while making friends from around the world.
Education: University of Cambridge: Postgraduate Certificate in Education (Science)
Education
The PGCE is a nationally-recognised teaching qualification in the UK.
University of Southampton: MSc Chemistry by Research
Research
One year research master's degree in Chemistry.
University of Cambridge: BA Natural Sciences
Research
Undergraduate degree in Natural Sciences, with a major in Chemistry.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Chinese (Conversational), French (Basic)
Heather L
Profession: I was a retail buyer for reputable businesses in London. I am currently caring for my young child teaching, playing and doing activities.
Interests: I love travelling, exploring new places, and learning about cultures. I have been lucky enough to have travelled with my past jobs and in my personal time. Some of the places I have visited are the US, Asia, South America, Europe, and Australia. I enjoy watching programmes that are related to food, travel, and cultures. I also enjoy cooking. I like to keep fit by doing YouTube fitness videos, running, and riding my bike. I enjoy trying new activities with my child as I have to keep him busy!
Education: BA Hons in Fashion Design with Marketing, Promotion & Manufacture from the University of Huddersfield, UK
TEFL certified from i-to-i
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Chinese (Conversational)
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)