John
Profession: Administrator
Government
I have worked in a social welfare program for the state for over 10 years.
Interests: I was born and raised in the Pacific Northwest of the United States into a fairly small family. I have worked for over 10 years in public administration and volunteer my time to community efforts. I love to meet people while travelling and have travelled internationally almost 10 times. My personal interests include sports like basketball and boxing as well as reading and writing poetry and non fiction.
Education: Portland State University
Logistics
Criminology and Sociology
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Basic)
Tutor John
Profession: TEFL Teacher
English Language Instruction, Education
Prepare lesson plans according to level: Beginners, Intermediate, Upper- Intermediate,
and Advanced
Teaching Grammar, writing, and skills pertaining to English
Worked with business professionals i.e. lawyers, marketing companies
Interests: I define myself as a highly enthusiastic person that enjoys communicating with others. I consider myself to be open-minded and adventurous. When it comes to work, I tend to be very organized, well-prepared, and punctual to assure success for myself and others.
Education: American Intercontinental University
Visual Arts
Undergraduate Certificate in Marketing & Fine Arts
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Conversational)
Jack
Profession: Communications - RCB
Operations
A year-long internship for a company focusing on communication and organisation.
Fund Accountant - HedgeServ
Finance and Banking
2 years working as a Fund Accountant for a financial administration service.
Administration and Reception
Medicine
2 years working in administration and reception in a GP surgery.
Hockey Coach
Sports and Athletics
10 years working part time as a hockey coach for adult teams and in schools
Interests: I'm 30, and have lived in Dublin most of my life. For the past 3 years however, I have been living in Galway studying medicine. I love sports, and have played field hockey competitively for over 20 years! I also enjoy music, and play the guitar, although I'm still just a beginner! I have 2 dogs, and love taking them for walks in the woods around Dublin. After a long day I unwind and relax by playing games or listening to music. On weekends I'm either playing sports are going out with my friends and meeting new people!
Education: B.A Degree - English and Film
English Language Instruction
2012 - 2015
BA degree in English and Film from University College Dublin
A 3 year degree based on learning about cultural and historical aspects of English and Film, including electives in linguistics
M.B Degree - Medicine
Medicine
2020 - 2026
Bachelor of Medicine degree from University of Galway.
Going into my 4th year in medicine, will graduate in 2026.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Spanish (Conversational)
Alice
Profession: Day Care Worker
Hospitality and Tourism, Education, English Language Instruction
This position entailed looking after children aged 6 months- 17 years. It involved performing safeguarding duties, leading and assisting in group activities and personal care.
Psychology Ambassador
Education
Working part time at Lancaster University Student Union, performing various tasks such as working at open days and answering questions from potential students and their parents. I also took groups on tours and gave presentations about the university.
English Tutoring
Education, English Language Instruction
While in Madrid, I tutored a Spanish child with basic-intermediate English knowledge once a week in an informal setting.
Interests: So a bit about me- I am a friendly, outgoing student from the UK, currently studying a Psychology degree which I am very passionate about. I enjoy dance, football and a wide variety of music.
Education: Psychology BSc with Year Abroad
Education
I am entering my third year of studying a Bachelor's degree in Psychology. I am currently on a 2:1. I have just completed my year abroad in Madrid, where I have gained a basic level of Spanish.
A-levels
Education
English Language- A*
Psychology- A*
Biology- A
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Spanish (Basic)
Jared
Profession: Afterschool Tutor
Education
I was an instructor at an afterschool STEM + Arts program for children. Many of my students were ESL students, and we worked together to make sure that the class material was taken in.
VR Developer
Technology, IT, Engineering
I was a VR developer at a company that was backed by Meta (Facebook). We created a VR fitness game now available on the Oculus Store :)
Artist
Performing Arts, Visual Arts, Design
I have been an artist all my life! I've done everything including performing music, graphic design, filmmaking, and creative coding.
Interests: My professional life has covered so many different areas. I have been an artist, a software developer, and a service industry worker for years in NYC. I also am a person who loves and studies nature! I have developed a specialized vocabulary for each of these areas that could boost your ability to communicate in English! Any questions? Just ask me!
Education: Pratt Institute of Art
Visual Arts, Performing Arts, Technology
I got a BFA (Bachelors of Fine Arts) in Creative Coding from Pratt Institute in NYC. I spent my time at school broadening my horizons of learning, and had incredible, life-changing experiences that taught me so much about teaching and learning.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Basic)
Andrew
Profession: Freelance SEO/Content Creator- WebDev
Advertising, English Language Instruction, Education, Technology
Write for national marketing firms in a number of different verticles. Optimized top-performing web pages for some of the most expensive legal keywords in NYC, run my own websites, outsourced content, make/edit videos and have edited 100s of articles
Interests: I was born in Alaska, and raised around the world, but mostly in Hawaii. That's probably why I love living in different countries- the world really is very small.
*My father was a self-taught radio and television engineer with international contracts and my mother was a Reading Specialist, finally earning her Doctorate before her death. I have no existing family.
Currently, I live in San Antonio, TX, but am ready to travel back to Mexico and South America- then I will be heading to Sardinia, Greece, Albania, Turkey, Georgia, etc...
I love sports (surfing/skateboarding- played soccer for many years in Hawaii), martial arts, technology, art (I paint for pleasure), design, music (I've held DJ residencies in 4 countries- even played in front of 2000 artists and Vaclav Havel (former Czech President) and now produce music in Abelton), reading/writing, culture, great food, the Arts and excellent people! :)
Education: Web Development Certificate
Technology
UC Davis extension in Sacramento
Nationally Certified Home Inspector
Real Estate
Certifed through two different bodies.
Google Certified Analytics SEO
Technology
Earned my Google certification to support my technical, on-page, and general SEO/Marketing skills.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Conversational), Czech (Basic)
Teacher Jonathan
Profession: Berlitz
English Language Instruction
I taught both general English and Business English to a range of students in Paris
Preply
English Language Instruction
I have been a very busy tutor on Preply teaching business and general English for over 2 years. I create courses that allow my students to achieve their goals of increasing fluency for work, preparing for exams and also Job interviews
Interests: I love to travel and to experience different cultures and have lived in several countries in Europe. I also enjoying meeting and speaking with people from around the world and to share some of my passions such as literature, music, history , science and culture
Education: Marketing
Advertising
I studied marketing in London where i gained valuable business insights that I use often in my lessons
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Spanish (Basic)
Jack B
Profession: Private Tutor
Teaching
I was a private tutor in Hong Kong teaching a range od subjects such as English, Biology, Maths, Chemistry, Physics, and Drama.
Interests: I love Travel and the natural world! I am currently living in Bristol and I work as a wildlife filmmaker.
When I am not travelling I am also a keen sportsperson. I am a blackbelt in Taekwondo and I currently play water polo for the City of Bristol. I have played almost every sport at some point from Rugby to Floorball and I love being outdoors and in Nature!
Key Words: English, Spanish, United Kingdom, Sports, Wildlife, Animals, Research, Science, Photography, Travel, Food, Culture, Zoology, Biology, Hong Kong, Bristol, London
Education: BSc Zoology (1st Class with Honours)
Research
I received a first-class honours degree in Zoology from the University of Leeds, U.K.
MSc Science Communication
Research
I received a Master's in Science Communication from Imperial College London, a top 5 global university.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Spanish (Basic)
James
Profession: Spanish Tutoring
Education
When I was studying at school I tutored a younger students some Spanish in my spare time for his GCSE exam. We had 1 hr sessions once a week and worked on grammar and module specific vocabulary.
Interests: Supporter of Everton Football club, Chess player and Maths enthusiast who likes a long swim and to meet new people like you!
Education: Masters in Mathematics
Education
University of Birmingham Masters in Mathematics - graduating soon (wish me luck)
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Spanish (Fluent)
Matthew
Profession: English Teacher
English Language Instruction, Education, Teaching
Taught English at Akatumnuaysuksa High School in Northern Thailand. 2022-2023
Warehousing Fulfillment Manager
Management, Operations, Shipping and Transportation, Entrepreneurship
Ran warehouse and fulfillment center for Pro Prep and Fulfillment P/L in Sydney Australia. 2020-2021
CEO/Owner
Entrepreneurship, Management, Marketing, IT
Started and ran Digital Data P/L in Sydney Australia. The company was involved with telecommunications projects including fibre optics, satellite, cable installations and other technologies. 2000-2020
Interests: I am a Christian. I enjoy traveling which is why teaching online works well. My hobbies include snorkeling, playing guitar, downhill skiing and chess. I enjoy writing as well. I really enjoy hanging out and talking with people. It gives me great satisfaction helping people succeed which is the primary reason I enjoy being a teacher.
Education: Bachelor of Economics
Education, Writing and Journalism
The University of Michigan 1993
Certificate in Small Businesses Enterprise with Distinction
Education, Entrepreneurship
Sydney Institute of Technology 1998
140 Hour Master Teaching English as a Foreign Language Program
Education, English Language Instruction
myTEFL 2022
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Basic)
pete4english
Profession: Marine and Industrial Engineer and Manager
Manufacturing, Shipping and Transportation, Engineering, Management
Maintaining, repairing and installing various Marine and Industrial types of equipment.
Working on projects and performing troubleshooting, testing and quality control tasks to ensure the optimal performance and safety of the equipment
Interests: I have a diverse background as an engineer and a manager in various fields, from marine to the food industry. I have worked around the world and gained valuable experience and knowledge. I love travelling, exploring new places and trying new foods. I enjoy spending time with my family and socialising with friends. One of my hobbies is photography, especially of wild animals and pets. I have a keen interest in nature and wildlife. I'm always eager to learn new things and share my experiences with others.
Education: Apprentice Trained Engineer. Received Management coaching.
Manufacturing, Shipping and Transportation
5 year Apprenticeship including Certification.
Ongoing Training and Certification
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Spanish (Basic)
LeNNi
Profession: Administrative Assistant /Operations & Reception at ELAVON FINANCIAL SERVICES, DAC, FRANKFURT-GERMANY (.07.2014 – .12.2020)
Finance and Banking
- Administrative tasks (office management, post, scanning and such)
- Preparing and managing monthly expense reports
- Reception Duties/ Customer service
- Customer contract management, editing and archiving
Corporate Teacher/Service Manager at Wallstreet Institute School of English, Santiago-Chile (.07.2006 – .08.2012)
Teaching, Management, English Language Instruction
- Administrative Tasks related to Class Instruction and the students
-Teaching English at various levels from Beginner to Business
- Advising in learning and learning techniques
- Human Resource responsibilities, Hiring and Firing
- Resolving probl
Interests: I graduated from the Boston University, in Boston Massachuesetts-USA, with a BacheIor Degree in Arts and Science, my major was General Psychology and my minor was Performing Arts. After practicing psychology at a Veterans Hospital for two and a half years in the U.S.I went on to being a fashion model and professional dancer which occupied a great part of my life. I am German and racially mixed (South Asian mother (Chennai, India) and German, Uruguayan, Jamaican father). I grew up in quite a multicultural environment, where many languages were spoken. I have travelled extensively and I have lived in many different countries. Now after residing in the breathtaking Tenerife, Canary Islands - Spain for 5 years, I have moved to Budapest, Hungary. I enjoy hiking, the beach, music, dancing, taking photographs, taking long walks, cooking and life in general as a beautiful adventure.
Education: Boston University, Boston, Massachusetts, U.S.A. 01.09.1983 – 30.06.1988
Education, Performing Arts
• Degree - Bachelor of Arts and Science in General Psychology
• Study of Performing Arts in Dance and Stage
The Boston English High School, Boston, Massachusetts, U.S.A 01.09.1979 – 30.06.1983, Diploma
Education
• Vocational
• Language and Business
• English – Spanish – German
Spoken Languages: English (Native), Spanish (Native), German (Native)
Paul FitzGerald
Profession: History Teacher
Education
2006-2015 I worked in a two different schools teaching History to students 12-18 years old in a traditional school setting.
English Teacher
English Language Instruction
2015-Present I have worked primarily at the university level both in SPain and for a few months in Poland. I also have experience in business english and Cambridge exam preparation.
Interests: Originally from Ireland, I grew up and was educated in California. I currently live in Spain. I have taught at the high school and university levels. In addition to teaching I am an avid musician, cook and fitness enthusiast.
Education: Bachelor's Degree in History, University of California
Education
2000-2004
California Teaching Credential, Azusa Pacific University
Education
2004-2006 Two year professional degree that allowed me to teach in California schools.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Fluent)
John Irwin
Profession: Teacher of English as a Foreign Language
English Language Instruction
I taught English as a foreign language at two different public highschools in Lleida, Spain.
Teacher of English as a Foreign Language
English Language Instruction
I taught English as a foreign language to children and adults in Hanoi, Vietnam.
Teacher of English as a Foreign Language
English Language Instruction
I taught English as a foreign language at a highschool in Mae Sariang, Thailand.
Reading Clinician at Lindamood-Bell
English Language Instruction
I tutored students of all ages with dyslexia, helping them learn how to recognize words and assisting with reading comprehension.
Interests: I am a former competitive swimmer and still love to spend time in the water! I also love art (I am a very amateur painter), history, and movies. I enjoy traveling and have visited 10 different countries, and hope to see more.
In addition to teaching English, I am currently learning Spanish, and would like to learn more languages, too.
Education: Bachelor of Arts from the University of Arizona
Research
I graduated from the University of Arizona with a major in History and a minor in English.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Conversational)
Patrick
Profession: Private English Teacher
Education, English Language Instruction
Teaching private English lessons, one-on-one.
Interests: Hi there! I'm a 28 year old Australian native with a TEFL certificate and several years of experience in teaching private English lessons both in person and online.
Recently I have been living in Spain and travelling Europe teaching English.
Education: Bachelor of Business and Commerce - Major Management
Finance and Banking
Bachelor degree in Business and Commerce majoring in Management - University of Western Sydney
Spoken Languages: English (Native: Australia / New Zealand), Spanish (Basic)
Stephen
Profession: English Tutor - VIPKID
English Language Instruction
Tutored Chinese children and teens in English for two years.
History Teacher
Teaching
I teach AP World History full time for the past 10 years.
Interests: I have been obsessed with language acquisition and history since I was in high school. I've studied Greek and Italian to a degree where I can comfortably read children books in them, and have also studied Chinese and Arabic, although to a lesser degree. If I'm not studying a language then I am reading a history book or watching a documentary while painting miniatures which is another hobby of mine. My full time job is teaching AP World History to 10th graders in the US and have been doing that for 10 years. I'd love to chat more about both of our hobbies in our next lesson.
Education: Bachelors of Arts from UNT
Education
Completed my 4 year degree at the University of North Texas specializing in history and language.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Conversational)
Ethan J.
Interests: I love to travel and to explore new places. I also like to listen to music and hang out with friends when I am not doing work. I am an active runner and avid sports fan.
Education: University of Rhode Island
Finance and Banking
Majors in Finance, Accounting, Economics and Spanish
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Fluent)
Phillip Thompson
Profession: 2023 - Ongoing - NCG Manchester -English Teacher (classroom)
English Language Instruction
Teaching English to classes of foreign language students of all different nationalities
2020 - Ongoing - English Tutor (online)
English Language Instruction
Teaching English 1-1 online using language platforms and Skype
2018-2020 - EF Manchester - English Teacher (classroom)
English Language Instruction
Teaching English to classes of foreign language students of all different nationalities
2017-2018 - Manchester Academy of English (classroom teacher)
English Language Instruction
Teaching English to classes of foreign language students of all different nationalities
2016-2017 - Spanish Secondary School (British Council) - English Teacher (classroom)
English Language Instruction
Teaching English to classes of Spanish secondary school children
Interests: I live in a small village on the edge of the Peak District which is a National Park situated close to Manchester. I like living here as it's peaceful, beautiful and people are super friendly. Also the local school is really good; I have two young children. Before moving here I lived in London and then Madrid, which was obviously very different to my life now! When I'm not taking care of my children or teaching, I spend a lot of my time writing (I'm currently working on a TV show), running in the hills, listening to music and podcasts, reading and cooking. I am happy living life at my own pace and trying not to worry too much (even though it can be difficult sometimes!). I really like getting to know my clients and I hope we can enjoy the lessons as your English improves.
Education: CELTA English Teaching Qualification
English Language Instruction
The industry standard qualification for English classroom teaching, certified by Cambridge University. I took the course at the Manchester Academy of English.
Msc (with distinction) in Social and Cultural Anthropology, UCL (London)
Education
A Masters degree in Social and Cultural Anthropology which I got from UCL, one of the UK's top universities
BA in English Language and Literature, Newcastle University
Education
A Bachelors degree in English from Newcastle University
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Spanish (Conversational)
Andy Thomson
Profession: Online ESL Teacher
Education, English Language Instruction
I have been an online English teacher for the past 5 years.
Interests: I'm a 45-year-old individual with a passion for technology and a zest for learning. I'm happily married and blessed with an amazing three-and-a-half-year-old son who constantly fills my life with joy and wonder. When I'm not spending quality time with my family, you can often find me immersing myself in the world of technology. Whether it's exploring the latest gadgets or discovering new software, I enjoy staying up-to-date with the ever-evolving tech landscape. YouTube has become my go-to platform for expanding my knowledge and diving into exciting new topics. I believe in the power of continuous learning and find immense satisfaction in expanding my horizons through online resources
Education: Bachelors Degree
Education, English Language Instruction
I have a Bachelors Degree from SUNY Buffalo
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Fluent)
Your Friend Zach
Profession: English Teacher
Teaching
Chiang Mai Rajabhat University, Chiang Mai, Thailand
June 2023 - August 2023
Interests: Ever since I was a young child, I've been a bright spirit and socially extroverted. I enjoy meeting new people and making new friends. Spending time with close friends and family really means a lot to me. I also love to travel the world. I've lived in over a dozen countries and I hope to continue adding to that list. You can also find me playing chess whenever I'm not busy. It's my favorite game and I try to improve as much as possible to be the best player I can be.
Education: Associate of Arts
Education
Broward College, Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA
2012-2015
Bachelor of Arts in English
English Language Instruction
Broward College, Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA
2015-2018
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Basic)