Tanner LT
Profession: Senior Teacher
English Language Instruction
I teach business and general English, create specialized English courses, and manage a team of language teachers
Interests: I like to do a lot of things and have a lot of interests. I love traveling, being active, acting, doing standup comedy, spending time with friends, eating, and more. I love talking about current events and other interesting topics.
But enough about me, I want to know more about you and how I can help you achieve your English goals!
Education: Master degree of Linguistics
Education, English Language Instruction
My linguistics studies focused on language acquisition and multilingualism.
Bachelor degree in Spanish
Education
Spanish language
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Fluent), Czech (Conversational), German (Basic), Arabic (Basic)
Elliot
Profession: English Teacher
Education
Language Academy in Sevilla, Spain
Freelance English Teacher
Education
Freelance online English teacher in Spain
English Conversation Partner
English Language Instruction
Conversation partner in an English immersion program in Spain
Interests: I am an Australia living in Spain. I have a background in customer service, and I really enjoy helping people. One of the things I enjoy most about teaching is the personal connections I make with my students.
Education: Certificate in Cultural Awareness
Education
James Cook University
Spoken Languages: English (Native: Australia / New Zealand), Spanish (Conversational)
Andrew F
Profession: Elementary School Teacher
Education
2019-2022
Interests: I love traveling the world, volunteering, coffee shops, and cool restaurants!
Education: Bachelor's Degree
Government
University of Massachusetts, USA
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Fluent)
Cailen White
Profession: Recruitment Consultant
Training and Development
Helped people find jobs and hosted interviews
Travel Agent
Hospitality and Tourism
Recommended travel plans and destinations to those who wanted a holiday
Business Development Manager
Training and Development
Went to various stores to understand why our product wasn't selling and helped to inform staff on product information and sales tactics
Actor/Singer
Performing Arts
Main cast in a theatre show that ran in Melbourne for five months
Interests: In my spare time I'm a musician, I love meeting new people and I love to travel. I try to be as kind as I can to the people around me and being a good friend is a big part of my personality. I like to joke around and have fun but also know when it's time to be serious and consider myself very productive when a task needs to be completed.
Education: JMC Academy
Performing Arts
Advanced Diploma of Music
Deakin University
Writing and Journalism
Diploma in Professional and Creative Writing
Spoken Languages: English (Native: Australia / New Zealand), Spanish (Basic)
David Kosmak
Profession: English Professor
English Language Instruction
more than 10 years of formal ESL, Business English and English language arts instruction at various high schools and universities in Mexico
Interests: I love cats, biking, reading, exploring and appreciating many forms of artistic expression—and baseball :)
Education: BA English
English Language Instruction
Bachelor of Arts Degree in English, Language & Literature emphasis; double minor in Applied Linguistics and German (2009, Grand Valley State University, Michigan, USA)
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Fluent), Czech (Native), German (Conversational)
German
Profession: IBDP Teacher
Education
I am an IBDP Biology and Nature of Science Teacher
Interests: Tennis Player
Outdoor Life Style
Science Geek
Internationally minded
Education: Postgraduate Diploma In Science Education
Education
I have focused my interests on Social and Scientific Issues for Curriculum Design.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Spanish (Native)
Elliott
Profession: Environmental nonprofit
Non-profit
I am an urban planner by profession and have worked in that field for over two years in addition to teaching English
Interests: I'm a history lover and writer. I would love to engage students on cool pieces of history like the life of Napoleon Bonaparte or the invention of colored television !
Education: BA political science
Education
I hold a BA in political science and urban planning from the University of Virginia
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Conversational)
Lance
Profession: Designer
Design, Technology, Research, Writing and Journalism
I worked as a designer, researcher, and writer for design firms and tech companies for many years.
Interests: I recently worked as a software designer in the corporate world, but I'm currently focusing on making music. I'm a very relaxed person, so I especially like to write ambient music. My other interests include art, design, nature, and tech. But honestly, I enjoy talking about anything! My favorite places are Inhotim in Brazil, and Point Reyes in California.
Education: Bachelor's Degree, Philosophy
Research, Writing and Journalism
My experience with academic reading and writing has taught me how to express myself accurately and clearly.
Master's Degree, Design
Building and Architecture, Technology, Visual Arts
In design school I learned how to simplify and communicate complex ideas for different types of people.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Basic)
Alexander
Profession: Language Teacher
English Language Instruction
English and Spanish teacher.
Interests: I like to draw, play music, reading and hiking. I like to talk about philosophy, psychology, culture and travel.
Education: Bachelor in Music
Performing Arts
Degree in arts and music
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Native), German (Conversational)
Dan
Profession: Sales Manager
Shipping and Transportation
Working at a motor factors as a manager.
Driver
Shipping and Transportation
Working as an executive chauffeur for a private hire company.
English teacher
English Language Instruction
Working online as an English teacher for a language school based in Guatemala.
Corporate Guest Ambassador
Hospitality and Tourism
Working at HSBC's headquarters in London. I assisted with meeting organisation and making sure visitors were attended to and knew where they needed to be going and what they were doing.
Interests: Hello students! My name is Dan and I'm from England. I love teaching and meeting new students. I have taught students primarily from Guatemala in the past. I look forward to helping you learn and speak a new language. English is spoken all over the world and is great for connecting with new people. I hope to see you soon!
Education: Secondary school
Education
Finished with 11 GCSE's all between A* and C.
College
Entrepreneurship
Diploma in Business Management
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Spanish (Conversational)
Clayton
Profession: Logistics Specialist
Logistics, Customer Support, Management, Operations
I worked in shipping and receiving for UPS for 1 year after university before switching focus to international communications and ESL.
ESL Private Tutor
Education, English Language Instruction, Teaching, Consulting
I worked with university-aged students, for 2 years, to prepare them for English language exams, as well as preparing students for presentations and courses taught in English.
Interests: I am a teacher who loves to travel, exercise, be outdoors, and learn about new cultures from around the globe! I enjoy comedy, geography, watching sports, hiking, being with family and friends, and playing with my two dogs! I like many genres of music from the US, as well as music from Latin America, such as reggaeton. I have traveled to many countries in Europe, and I have spent a semester working on my bachelor's degree, in international business, in Germany. I have also been to a few countries in the Caribbean, and I have spent a few months traveling around Mexico, learning about the language and vibrant culture! I have many friends around the globe whom I love talking to and swapping stories about our day-to-day lives. I can't wait to meet with you and have a meaningful conversation about your country, your lifestyle, or whatever it is you would like to discuss!
Education: Bachelor's of Science in International Business Administration
Logistics, Shipping and Transportation, Retail, Entrepreneurship
I studied all areas of business with an emphasis on cultural studies and logistics.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), German (Basic), Spanish (Basic)
Colin Finnerty
Profession: Financial Reporting Senior Analyst - SEI Investments - Global Fund Services Ltd.
Finance and Banking
I spent 3 years here preparing financial statements which involved extensive communication with clients to ensure adherence to timetables.
This job gave me first hand experience using Business English, something my students could benefit from!
Interests: I've always had a passion for languages; from their origins and history to their vital importance in how the modern, globalised world functions today. As someone currently learning Spanish as a second language, the excitement I get from building my fluency is an incredible feeling. I want to help other people achieve this feeling while they learn English with my help and guidance!
Education: Bachelor of Commerce - National University of Ireland
Finance and Banking
Upper Second Class Honours (2.1) Degree
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Spanish (Basic)
Luke
Profession: VIPKid
Education, Teaching, English Language Instruction
Teaching students from different regions of the world English as a Second Language
Substitute Teacher
Education, Teaching, English Language Instruction
Subtiture teacher for grade levels K-12
Landscape Architect
Design, Environment, Visual Arts, Building and Architecture
Large and small landscape designs, park design, city planning, and environmental design and mitigation.
Outdoor Guide
Education, Hospitality and Tourism, Logistics, Sports and Athletics
Guide for outdoor adventures including river rafting, surfing, kayaking, hiking, and sailing.
Book Nook Teacher
Education, English Language Instruction, Teaching
Helping kids advance that are behind on their reading level.
Interests: When I am not teaching, you can find me on the river, in the surf, or hanging with friends on the beach. I love being around people and having a good time. I love to bring my experiences with people and nature into the classroom!
Education: Bachelor of Landscape Architecture
Building and Architecture, Environment, Visual Arts, Technology
Bachelor of Science in Landscape Architecture from Louisiana State University
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Conversational)
Keith Williams
Profession: massage therapist
Medicine
provided special care by way of massage therapy in a private and Spa setting.
food server
Hospitality and Tourism
Worked in hospitality at ski resorts other recreational areas for 24 years.
Interests: I live in Texas, but have lived in Salt Lake City most of my life. I love to ski and travel. I do volunteer weekly where I am able to teach in Spanish in front of sometimes up to 100 people!
Education: Utah College of Massage Therapy
Medicine
Learned different modalities of massage therapy
Ministerial Training School
Education, Non-profit
Learned how to teach publicly
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Fluent)
Lathan Diamond
Profession: Manager
Education
Language tutor in English and Spanish for more than 10 years.
Interests: My name is Lathan Diamond, I am 27 years of age and I am a British citizen currently residing in spain for the last 15 years. I am fluent in both English and Spanish and have a wide range in vocabulary in both.
Education: E.S.O.
Education
Graduated high school with 8 subjects and qualifications.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Spanish (Fluent)
Gunner
Profession: English Language Assistant
English Language Instruction
English Language Assistant at Hamelin-Laie International School. Here, I prepared students aged 11 and 12 years for the Cambridge PET Exam as well as provided instruction and assistance in the classroom.
Interests: Hello, my name is Gunner, and I am 23 years old. Some of my favorite hobbies include painting, teaching, and walking my dog. I am most passionate about traveling and art. I have been to 22 different countries and the list is still growing! I love to meet new people and try new foods.
Education: Business and Art, BA
Advertising
Bachelors of Art in Business and Art from Rhodes College based in Memphis, TN.
TEFL Certificate
Education
TEFL Certificate from the Universitat Internacional de Catalunya.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Conversational)
Jim
Profession: English coach
Education, Teaching, English Language Instruction
I have privately tutored ESL in South America.
Interests: I love to interact with people from other cultures. My parents are from Argentina, and I am fluent in Spanish. I also love video editing and creative writing. I have published three short stories so far. I have visited South America and the Mediterranean. Additionally, I spent some time in California.
Education: TESOL Certificate
English Language Instruction
TESOL refers to teaching English to individuals and groups who speak another language.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Conversational)
Jordan
Profession: Language Assistant - Comunidad de Madrid
English Language Instruction
Teach and facilitate English speaking activities with students aged 5-16. Prepare over 100 students for Cambridge Certificate exams varying from beginning to proficient levels. Design interactive lesson plans for students to absorb language.
Camp Tutor - EDUCO Italia
English Language Instruction
Lived with Italian host families and socialized with local camp staff. Trained in theatre and play-based ESL learning. Led morning circle songs and games as well as large group afternoon camp activities.
Tutor - Texas Tech University Student Disability Services
Education
Tutored Statistics, Economics, Spanish, and English courses to students with disabilities such as PTSD, visual impairment, and learning disorders.
Interests: After growing up and going to university in Texas, I made the decision to up-haul my life and move to Spain, where I’ve been living and teaching EFL for 4 years now.
Education: BA in Economics, Texas Tech University
Education
Earned a dual degree in economics and music with a minor in Spanish with a GPA of 3.93/4.00. Received Presidential Leadership scholarship in 2017 and Scholarship of Excellence from the TTU School of Music and Study Abroad Competitive Scholarship.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Fluent)
Thayer
Profession: English Teaching Assistant
Education
I have been working for the past two years as an English teacher in Austria. My schools were focused on farming and ecology, so I can have lots of conservations about food systems and plants, but we also discussed many cultural topics.
Interests: I love cooking, spending time outdoors, and biology. The best is in combination, like identifying and collecting wild mushrooms in the Alps to make a delicious chanterelle risotto.
Another passion of mine is English literature, so hit me up for book recommendations (favorite in the past year is Zadie Smith's White Teeth)
Education: B.A. in Molecular & Cellular Biology
Research
Life sciences are amazing! I love to hear about science news.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), German (Fluent), Spanish (Basic)
Mark
Profession: Teacher
Education
I have taught high school for 6 years. 3 in the United States and 3 internationally.
Information Technology Specialist
Technology
Prior to becoming a teacher I worked as a network administrator.
Interests: I am 32 years old and have several hobbies. My most recent obsession is baking. I like to make cakes and pastries. I also am an avid outdoorsman and enjoy hiking, fishing, camping, biking, and rock climbing. I have lived in Africa, Europe, South America, and was born in Australia. I am currently living in the United States where I attended high school. I spend most of my time between New York City and Virginia in the suburbs of Washington D.C.
Education: Bachelor's Degree
Government
International Studies
Master's Degree
Education
Adolescent Special Education
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Conversational)