John in London
职业: Learning and Development Manager
Technology, Human Resources
Responsible for the learning and development requirements for 6,500 users in the UK for an American-owned multinational IT company. As part of this role, I taught students, including those in other countries who weren’t native English speakers.
CELTA qualified English teacher (freelance)
English Language Instruction
I qualified with a Pass A grade CELTA qualification in 2020. Since then, I have been a freelance English teacher working with individuals around the world to improve their English,
Apprentice Programme Manager
Training and Development
I work for a company in London as an Apprentice Manager. Apprentices are students who learn a job at work, like an electrician or a mechanic. I make sure our students go to college and find training for them. It's a very rewarding job!
兴趣: I’m married with no kids but am the very proud owner of two lovely cats called Mollie and Barney. My hobbies include running, working out, cooking, I’m also a huge lover of technology!
教育背景: CELTA
English Language Instruction
Pass A qualified CELTA English instructor for speakers of other languages.
所讲语言: 英语 (母语: 英国), 法语 (基础), 德语 (基础), 意大利语 (基础)
Tony
职业: Restaurant Manager
Hospitality and Tourism
I worked in and managed restaurants in a tourist heavy city here in Canada; communication and patience is key in this industry whether that be with staff, or people from around the globe.
Live Broadcasting
Internet, Performing Arts
Successfully created and hosted my own live broadcast in co-operation with Facebook, this is my current full time occupation. I get to meet, communicate and entertain people from all over the world!
兴趣: I'm 23 years old, with a resume loaded with past jobs that require excellent communication skills with people from around the globe. I was raised by an Italian family in Canada, so I have a basic understanding of the Italian/French languages as well. Languages and geography are my passions! My goal is to my part in connecting the world through positive interactions.
教育背景: High School Diploma
Education
Graduated and received my high school diploma with honors.
Ontario Real Estate Association
Real Estate
Successfully graduated from the Ontario Real Estate Association.
所讲语言: 英语 (母语: 美国/加拿大), 意大利语 (基础)
James Broadbent
职业: English Teacher
Education
Four years with the same company teaching online.
兴趣: I have a 2:1 Degree in English teaching from a Russell Group University. I enjoy playing football, tennis and writing in my spare time. Perhaps we can chat about some of your passions too!
教育背景: English Language
English Language Instruction
2:1 Degree from Queen's University.
所讲语言: 英语 (母语: 英国), 意大利语 (会话)
Sam
职业: Staff Accountant
Finance and Banking
I worked as a Staff Accountant for a large privately held property management and parking company in Seattle, Washington for 2 years.
English Tutor
English Language Instruction
I worked as an English tutor at a public middle school in the United States for the past year. In the US, this includes students from the ages of 11-13. I worked with incoming international students with no prior knowledge of the English language.
兴趣: Hi, my name is Sam and I was raised around the Atlanta area in the US state of Georgia. I have also lived in many other places such as: Houston, TX, Seattle, WA, Turin, Italy and Lyon, France where I currently reside! :) I recently completed my Associate in Business at my college in Seattle and am excited to get back to work. Also, I really enjoy languages and helping people with their English. As much as I enjoy helping you with your English, it is always nice to learn something new from students about their culture and customs. In the past, I have worked with middle school students (11-13 years old), but I am looking forward to working with other adults to help them with their language abilities. Thank you for reading and talk to you soon!
教育背景: Associate in Business
English Language Instruction
The Associate in Business degree is awarded to those that have completed 2 years at the University or College level in the United States. As the title indicates, my focus was on business topics ranging from accounting to economics and applied maths.
所讲语言: 英语 (母语: 美国/加拿大), 西班牙语 (会话), 意大利语 (会话), 法语 (基础)
Teacher Mark
职业: 1981-2008 Active as a performing musician/music teacher. 2008 ongoing Music English Teacher China.
Education
Active professional musician, drums, from 1981-1996 touring/occasional teaching. 1996-2008 full time private music teaching preparing students for exams and theory exams and teaching drums/piano. 2008- ongoing moved to China teaching Music/English.
Experiencing Cambodia, living and working in The Kingdom of Wonder.
Education
After spending 15 years living and working/teaching in China, I am now in Cambodia continuing my path as a Music and English Teacher.
兴趣: I have many varied interests for example astronomy/science/music/movies/learning about other cultures and traveling. I have a patient personality as well which is important for teaching. I'm also able to help with structured lesson eg if you have a topic or project you would like help with, I'm right there with you and helping you to use English in different contexts.
教育背景: BA Hons Degree in Music/English Literature
Education
Gained a BA Hons in Music/English Literature graduated in 2003.
所讲语言: 英语 (母语: 英国), 意大利语 (基础)
Russell Jordan
职业: ESL Teacher
English Language Instruction
Conversational English in the 'Sala Chat (Chat Room)' at the Anglo American Centre in Sardinia, Italy (Cagliari)
兴趣: 7+ years of experience in conversational English
教育背景: Kean University
Entrepreneurship
Marketing is the entrepreneurship major
所讲语言: 英语 (母语: 美国/加拿大), 意大利语 (会话)
Lance B.
职业: VIPKID
English Language Instruction
4+ years and more than 1,800 individual EFL students (aged 4-16) in over 6,500 one-on-one lessons. Curriculum ranged from all aspects of English grammar usage, phonics, subject-based areas of study, vocabulary, reading, public speaking, TOEFL prep.
Professional Singer/Actor
Performing Arts
Musical Theatre Singer and Actor, based in New York City, NY. (2018) International Touring (China/Singapore), (2018-16) US National Tours, US regional theatre, NYC performing, (2016-14) International Performer at Sea (UK, Mediterranean, US/Caribbean
Public Relations, Marketing, and Design
Marketing, Writing and Journalism, Design, Advertising
5+ years experience with Public Relations, graphic design, layout, social media management, photography and post production, videography and editing, art direction, and strategic promotions/marketing campaigns
兴趣: Not only am I passionate about English, but I am also a professional singer and a home chef/baker. I think good food, music, and conversations always bring people together.
教育背景: Master of Mass Communication
Writing and Journalism, Advertising
Concentration: Strategic Communication/Advertising/PR
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communication
Advertising, Writing and Journalism, Non-profit
Concentration: Public Relations
Minor: Business Administration
所讲语言: 英语 (母语: 美国/加拿大), 意大利语 (基础)
Richard
职业: Senior English Teacher
Education, Teaching
Teaching students of all levels and nationalities.
IELTS trainer
Teaching
Working with teachers and students to prepare them for the IELTS and Cambridge exams.
Academic Manager
Teaching, Education
Managinng and training English teachers for the British Council.
Director of Studies
Education
Teacher trainer and manager
兴趣: I love anything that involves adventure, being outside, and trying new things. I have been fortunate to work in some beautiful places around the world and to meet some amazing people.
教育背景: DELTA
English Language Instruction
Cambridge Diploma of English Langugae Teaching
CELTA
English Language Instruction
Cambridge Certificate of English Language Teaching
Master's Education (Applied Linguistics)
Education, English Language Instruction
MA in Education specialising in Applied Linguistics
所讲语言: 英语 (母语: 英国), 意大利语 (会话)
Shelby Elkins
职业: English Teacher
English Language Instruction
I have been an English Teacher for around 3 years(online and in-person).
Higher Education Professional
Education
I work in student affairs at a university.
兴趣: I have a Bachelor's degree in Business Management, a Master's degree in Higher Education, and a TEFL Certificate. I teach students online and in person.
教育背景: Master of Higher Education
Education
I focused on international higher education but studied all aspects of education and higher education.
Bachelor of Business Administration
Entrepreneurship
I studied all aspects of business, like accounting, economics, leadership, etc.
TEFL Certificate
English Language Instruction
I received this certificate so that I could continue to teach students English and learn new and innovative methods.
所讲语言: 英语 (母语: 美国/加拿大), 意大利语 (会话)
Neilalexanderwar
职业: Wall Street English Italy 2006-2011
English Language Instruction
Teaching English to adults using a communicative approach.
Wall Street English China 2019-2020
English Language Instruction
Teaching English to adults in China
Teaching English online with various companies (present)
English Language Instruction
Teaching to young children and adults from China
兴趣: I'm 43 years old, from England. I have lived 5 years in Italy and 1 year in China, so I know what it feels like to fall in love with another culture and to learn a language.
I am interested in music, movies, languages and lots of other things. I'm sure we'll have something to talk about.
教育背景: TESOL certificate to teach English
English Language Instruction
Trinity College certificate is one of the main internationally recognised certificates for teaching English as a foreign language
Bachelor of Arts
Education
Philosophy degree from Durham University
所讲语言: 英语 (母语: 英国), 意大利语 (会话), 西班牙语 (基础)
Daniel B.
兴趣: Born September 23 1998, currently living in Ireland.
教育背景: UNISUL
Law
Currently graduating
UDESC
Performing Arts
Did 3 semesters of theater
PUC-RS
Law
Criminology post graduation
所讲语言: 英语 (母语: 美国/加拿大), 意大利语 (流利)
Gio
职业: Airline Flight Crew
Aviation
Flight crew with a major North American airline
Instructor - Teacher
Education
Thought English and French as a second language
兴趣: I'm a very easy going person . Most of my adult life ,I worked with people from all over the world . I love diversity and love meeting new people . I challenge myself to help others achieve their goals .
教育背景: Flight Crew
Aviation
Flight Crew with a major airline
Native English Teacher
Education
Certified English Teacher
所讲语言: 英语 (母语: 美国/加拿大), 法语 (流利), 意大利语 (流利), 西班牙语 (会话)
Dino
职业: English language tutor with 2 years experience. Before qualif
English Language Instruction
I have over two years of experience hosting tandem conversation classes. Because I love teaching foreign students so much, I decided to gain my TEFL qualification. As at the 15th of August 2021, I have been teaching online and full time for 5 months.
兴趣: I am from South Africa and I am a native English speaker. I also speak German and Italian. I love teaching because it gives me great satisfaction to see my students improve their English language skills!
所讲语言: 英语 (母语: 英国), 意大利语 (流利), 德语 (会话)
Tutor Carlo
职业: Disability Support Worker
Education, Mental Health, Non-profit
I have worked with a disability charity for 25 years. My role is to improve the lives of those with a learning disability through teaching new skills, encouraging independence, and finding new opportunities in the communities in which they live.
Insurance and Pensions Advisor
Insurance
Advising on all kinds of life insurance and pension products.
兴趣: I love learning about the world and its people. In my spare time I enjoy watching films in my cinema room, and playing driving simulator video games. I'm a big fan of Formula One and football. I like to keep up to date with what's going on in the world, so I do a lot of reading. I also have two parrots which I adore!
教育背景: National Vocational Certificate in Care
Non-profit, Mental Health
A high level qualification in supporting people with learning disabilities improve the quality of their lives.
所讲语言: 英语 (母语: 英国), 意大利语 (流利)
Alexander
兴趣: I consider myself to be a kind, curious, and attentive person. My family has always been on the move, relocating from New York City to Miami, Florida to Buenos Aires, Argentina, and then back again. At a certain point growing up I was exhausted with all this travel but have come to realize that it made me who I am and gave me a deep love for connecting with people across the world. I am currently residing in Italy where I am completing a graduate degree in environmental studies.
In my free time, I like reading about environmental sustainability, walking around new cities taking pictures, going to car shows, and talking about international events with friends.
所讲语言: 英语 (母语: 美国/加拿大), 西班牙语 (流利), 法语 (基础), 意大利语 (基础)
Nic
职业: Store Manager
Retail
I was the Store Manager of a popular coffee shop chain in the UK, with over 8 years of experience in customer service, retail and hospitality.
兴趣: I enjoy travelling, I've been to 33 countries worldwide.
I love watching movies, reading, and sports.
教育背景: BSc Media Production
Technology, Visual Arts
I graduated with a First Class (Hons) in Media Production from DeMontfort University in 2018
所讲语言: 英语 (母语: 英国), 意大利语 (会话)
Paul Yo
职业: Pharmacist
Medicine
I have worked as a pharmacist in various UK hospitals - both in general medicine and oncology (cancer) chemotherapy. The last stage of my career was in the field of clinical trials.
Website Design and Development
Internet
I work as a freelance website design and development specialist offering custom websites for small and large clients around the world.
English Language Teacher
English Language Instruction
I work with Italians to help improve their English language skills - both written and spoken English. I specialise in business English.
兴趣: I'm originally from the UK but now live in Tuscany, Italy. I'm trying to learn Italian so I know how hard it can be to learn a new language.
I'm an avid reader and really enjoy watching films - I really enjoy science fiction, fantasy, and especially superhero films. My other hobbies are hiking, scuba diving, attempting to play golf (I'm not really very good at it!), and online gaming on my Xbox.
I have quite a few pets - three dogs, a lot of cats, three chickens, and a tortoise.
I've been teaching English at all levels to Italian students for about 4 years now and love meeting up online with them every week. I teach general English, conversational English, and also business English.
教育背景: High School
Education
Completed my general school education.
University
Education
Completed my university pharmacy education.
所讲语言: 英语 (母语: 英国), 意大利语 (基础)
Teacher Sean (Dublin)
职业: Tutor and Lecturer in Sociology (Trinity College Dublin, 1997-2006)
Education
Worked in a number of roles in the Department of Sociology, as a tutor on the Sociology of Development and Research Methods courses.
ESL Teacher (Liffey College Dublin, Ireland 2019-2021)
English Language Instruction
Taught English mainly to intermediate, upper intermediate and advanced level adult students, General and English for Specific Purposes, also conducted Exam preparation classes.
English Language Teacher and Proofreader (2016 - present)
Entrepreneurship, English Language Instruction
Online English language trainer and proofreader. Wide experience of working with adult learners of all proficiency levels. Quality Control consultant for an online course provider.
兴趣: I'm an experienced teacher and mentor. I know it is not easy talking in English and chatting with a native, but it's all ok, don't worry. Practising speaking will help you to achieve your goals It takes time, but it is the only way to learn a language! You cannot learn without practising, so start chatting with me and see how you make progress.
教育背景: BA in Economic & Social Studies (Trinity College Dublin) 1993-1997
Education
First class honours degree, sociology major. Minor in Spanish.
BSc in Digital Technology and Design (distinction) 2013-2014
Entrepreneurship, Internet, Technology
First class hons degree Digital Technology
PhD in Sociology (Trinity College Dublin) 2008
Research, Education
Doctoral thesis, extensive research experience, writing skills, presentations to conferences and college tutoring.
TESOL Cert and TEFL Certs
Education, English Language Instruction
I hold CELT, TEFL and TESOL certs, have worked as an educator, proof-reader and mentor since 2011 to adult learners from many countries.
所讲语言: 英语 (母语: 英国), 法语 (会话), 德语 (会话), 西班牙语 (会话), 意大利语 (基础)
Ruth
职业: As a Speech and Language Therapist
Education
I worked as a lead therapist supporting children with language and communication difficulties for many years in the English NHS. Now I work independently (privately) as a therapist.
I enjoy the fun and flexibility of teaching English additionally.
兴趣: I enjoy learning languages. In the last 5 years I've been learning French and passed a Diplôme which involved assessments and exams. This means that I know exactly what it is like to learn a new language.!!
Iam a speech and language therapist in my first career and now a writer as well. I work some of the week as a ghostwriter. I also have a blog on Substack and a You Tube channel.
I was a manager in the English Health Service for many years and led a team - so I understand business English e.g. for meetings online.
I have a weekly English group which is informal and fun and I have been running this for 3 years.
I love to be in the garden and we are creating a herb and wildlife garden here in the middle of France.
I enjoy holidays, especially in Italy, and have a plan to learn Italian. I understand quite a lot of basic Italian, but I don't have the grammar.
I love the Medieval buildings and history, and I adore Venice and its quiet corners.
I have been studying a diploma in French at the University of Dundee (distance learning) over the last 3 years and graduated with distinction in November 2024.
教育背景: BSc in Speech Therapy
Education
A professional qualification
MA in Professional Education and Development
Education
A Master of Arts in the training and education of adults.
Graduate Diploma (French)
Education
I studied a course in French at University of Dundee. It goes to C1 or 2 level and is the course which many teachers take to enable them to teach French in Scottish schools.
所讲语言: 英语 (母语: 英国), 意大利语 (基础), 法语 (流利)
Teresa
职业: Elementary School Teacher
Education
I taught grades kindergarten through fifth grade in NYC public schools as a general education teacher, science teacher, and engineering teacher.
ESL Online Tutor
Education
I worked for VIPKID, teaching English online to Chinese students ages 4-17.
Multi Subject Tutor
Education
I taught reading, math, and Spanish to students from 2nd grade to adults with Varsity Tutors .
Reading Tutor
Education
I tutor elementary school students in the subject of reading, in person at their schools and online with Braintrust Tutors.
兴趣: I am a mom of two boys. I enjoy traveling, cooking, dancing, and reading. I am also a cat mom and I love animals.
教育背景: Master's Elementary Education
Education
Master's degree in elementary education
Bachelor's Elementary Education
Education
Bachelor's degree in elementary education
所讲语言: 英语 (母语: 美国/加拿大), 西班牙语 (流利), 意大利语 (基础)