Luke
Profession: Online Tutor
English Language Instruction
Worked as an online tutor for more than three years.
Interests: I have lived in Spain for almost 20 years, I love meeting new people and visiting new places. I love fitness, cinema and gaming.
Education: Bachelor's Degree in English Studies
English Language Instruction
Graduated in 2022.
Master's Degree in Secondary Education with a Specialization in English
Education
Graduated in 2024.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Spanish (Fluent)
Tutor Tom
Profession: Baker
Hospitality and Tourism
I have been working as a baker in a café for the last 6 months.
Hotel Supervisor
Hospitality and Tourism
Prior to working as a baker I was a hotel supervisor for 3 years.
Interests: As well as a love for language I am interested in sports, films and literature. I love to play football, watch films and TV in my spare time. Lastly, I love to travel and I am always excited to learn about the culture of people from other countries :)
Education: Master of Science
Education
Mathematical Physics MSc
Bachelor of Science
Education
Physics with Philosophy BSc
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Spanish (Conversational)
Steven H
Profession: Auxiliar de Conversación (Language and Cultural Assistant)
Education, English Language Instruction
Worked as an English assistant from 2013 to 2020 in secondary schools in Madrid and Ávila. Helped students as well as teachers improve their vocabulary, pronunciation, and knowledge of American culture.
ESL Teacher
Education, English Language Instruction
Taught classes at Garden Academy in Ávila 2015 - 2016, preparing small groups for Cambridge and Trinity exams including: Cambridge KET, PET, FCE, CAE and Trinity ISE III
Online ESL Teacher
Education, English Language Instruction
Taught online to children through VIPKID, building vocabulary, speaking and listening skills, and comprehension for young students ages 5 - 16. 2018 - Present
Interests: I currently live in Barcelona and my time in Spain has given me unique skills to help Spanish ESL students develop their speaking, listening, and comprehension skills.
Education: B.S. Psychology, Purdue University (West Lafayette, IN USA)
Mental Health
2008-2012. Graduated with major in Psychology, minors in Spanish and Religious Studies. 3.0 GPA
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Fluent)
Jax
Profession: Special Education Language Arts
Education, English Language Instruction
I have taught high school English at the 9th, 10th, and 12th grade levels, including college prep!
Interests: I am someone who loves to talk about anything and everything! It can be as structured or as informal as you like…you set the tone. I love learning new things, and will have a GENUINE interest in what we are discussing. I am also available 24/7, so we can learn whenever and wherever together!
Education: BS: Developmental Psychology
Mental Health
I received my bachelors degree in developmental psychology. I am currently in a masters program!
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Conversational)
Jason
Profession: Product/Technical Support
Customer Support
I have most recently worked for 2 multinational corporations who manufacture and sell equipment focusing on health and wellness.
Performing Musician
Performing Arts
I am a working musician in the United States and Costa Rica performing on guitar, violin and vocals. My repertoire consists of rock/pop/folk songs in English and Spanish as well as improvisational music from a variety of styles on the violin.
Interests: I love making music and sharing experiences with people and musical influences from around the world.
Education: Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
Entrepreneurship
I earner my Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Phoenix.
Diamond and Colored Stone Certificates
Non-profit
I studied Gemology and earned my Diamond and Colored Stone grading certificates while also working at the Gemological Institute of America
Associate Arts degree in Music
Performing Arts
I earned my Associate Arts degree in Music from Miami-Dade Community College
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Conversational)
Nathan
Profession: English Language Teacher
Education, English Language Instruction, Teaching
I worked as an English language teacher within Colegio San Vicente Ferrer, a private school in Spain. My role involved developing the students' abilities in English through a range of written, comprehension and oral exercises.
Interests: Hello, I'm Nathan. I'm from Wales in the United Kingdom and I'm 28 years old.
I love to travel and I have been to 9 countries so far outside of Wales, I love boxing too and I love learning about the geography and culture of different countries around the world, so please, tell me about your country!!!
Hola, soy Nathan. Soy de Gales en el Reino Unido y tengo 28 años.
Me encanta viajar y he estado en 9 países hasta ahora fuera de Gales, también me encanta el boxeo y me encanta aprender sobre la geografía y la cultura de diferentes países del mundo, ¡así que por favor, háblame de tu país!
Education: International Travel and Tourism Management
Hospitality and Tourism
I finished my International Travel and Tourism Management degree with the highest grade, a first class honours.
Many of the modules/subjects studied are the same topics studied during Business Management degrees.
PGCE Post-Compulsory Education and Training (PCET)
Education
I completed my post-compulsory teaching degree in 2018 at UWTSD. I spent my work experience period at Bridgend College in Wales, whilst at the college, I taught tourism to both years, year 1 and 2 of the diploma programme.
CELTA
English Language Instruction, Education
Whilst studying my CELTA at Swansea University I taught students from a variety of backgrounds and countries. Students spoke a variety of native languages such as Arabic, Spanish, Ukrainian and more.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Spanish (Conversational)
Tom
Profession: English Tutor
English Language Instruction
Assisting at an academy in the south of Spain for students wanting extra tuition to get better grades in their English Exams.
Fashion Buyer
Fashion, Manufacturing
I work a day job as a Fashion Buyer, working with factories all over the world to make the clothes that end up in the shops near you!
Interests: I love to go on Holidays, explore new places, try new food and party in different countries with different people! Like most people I also love to relax at home with some comfort food (Pizza) and watch some Netflix or read a book.
Education: Business Management
Education
First Class BA Hons Degree from a London University
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Spanish (Conversational)
Diego De Alava
Profession: English Teacher/Writer/Voice-Over Artist
Education, English Language Instruction, Writing and Journalism, Teaching
I worked for a language school that gave me the opportunity to simplify books, teach classes and do voice-over work for the books.
Substitute Teacher, Collier County Public Schools
Education, English Language Instruction, Writing and Journalism, Teaching
From 2012-2017 I was a Substitute Teacher for Collier County Public Schools, Specializing in helping teachers with ELL & ESL students.
Long Term Substitute Teacher
Education, English Language Instruction, Teaching
After I got my BA in Communication, I was able to have my own classrooms and tach English Language Arts for periods of 4-8 months and enjoyed me schedule that way.
Interests: I was born and raised in Miami, Florida. I lived in Prague, Czech Republic for 4 years and now live in Naples, Florida. I love Soccer & Tennis, Traveling and Meeting new people. I speak English, Spanish and a little Czech. My parents are from Uruguay.
Education: TEFL Certificate - The Language House
Education, English Language Instruction
With this certificate I was able to star my journey as an English teacher.
BA In Communications - Florida Gulf Coast University
Advertising, Education, English Language Instruction
With this degree, I am able to have my own classrooms and am qualified to teach the English Language.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Fluent), Czech (Basic)
Ben
Profession: ESL Teacher
Education
Instructed students in the areas of: English Grammar, Conversational English and English Language Arts
Interests: One of my favorite things to do is to take photos. I also enjoy spending time outside and hiking.
Education: Bachelor of Education
Education
Bachelor or Arts in K-12 Education and Spanish
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Fluent)
Rockman Rob
Profession: Various business experience
Entrepreneurship
I had developed and operated several different types of businesses over time.
Interests: I am an adventurer by nature and like to explore the unknown. One of my better qualities is that I am not afraid to try to do anything that I set my mind to. My favorite pass time is prospecting for gold. I have spent a lot of time looking for gold in Costa Rica and have learned a great deal about the geology of gold. I have a 7 year old daughter and I am currently a full time farther. I understand clearly the responsibility that goes along with being a full time parent and I must say, its not easy, but is very rewarding. I have been living in Costa Rica for about 10 years and I find the Latino culture here in Costa Rica very interesting in contrast to the Unite States. They love to dance here. The Costa Ricans are a very laid back culture and I really like this way of being. Living in Costa Rica is a lot different then living in N.Y. for sure. I do not think I will return to the states anytime soon.
Education: Self Employed
Entrepreneurship
I have developed and operated several different ventures'
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Conversational)
RowanMartin
Profession: Freelance English Teacher
Education
I have taught English to students of all ages and levels online and in person for over five years.
Interests: I am an English teacher from London with more than five years of experience of teaching children of all ages. I am also a writer and a musician. I currently live in Spain and I am a proficient Spanish speaker too.
Education: 2:1 Degree in English Literature from Goldsmiths University of London
English Language Instruction
I completed a degree in English Literature at a highly rated London university.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Spanish (Conversational)
Matthew
Profession: English Private Tutor
English Language Instruction
I help locals in my Mexican town improve on their English skills through tutoring and working on their conversational English.
Interests: **Please NO children under the age of 15** I am 40 years old. I am originally from Pennsylvania which is in the United States. Currently, I live in Mexico. I have been teaching English in Mexico to community members for the year. I am able to speak some Spanish but not full conversations yet. Outside of teaching, I enjoy outdoor activities and sports. I play baseball and also enjoy boxing. I love to go hiking, paddleboarding, skiing, and kayaking. I also love to travel. I have visited over 30 countries and I want to see many more.
Education: Pennsylvania State University
Non-profit
I went to Penn State University for Criminal Justice.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Basic)
Tutor John
Profession: TEFL Teacher
Education
Teaching private students in Greece 1 year.
Teaching in a private school in Merida Venezuela 6 Months.
Now Teaching in a private school in Luque in Paraguay. 2 years teaching in Paraguay
Furniture Designer and Maker
Manufacturing
Making and designing free standing and fitted furniture in my own workshop for over 20 years. Trained and employed many cabinet makers over 15 years.
Interests: I'm a teacher who loves meeting people! I worked for many years designing and making furniture, running my own business in the UK. I also love cooking, nearly all types of music especially jazz and music from the last century.....literature, design and art, current affairs, business and economics, football. I can talk about most things, and if I can't , I'd like to learn!
Education: City and Guilds in Cabinet Making
Manufacturing
Highest qualification for making fine furniture in the UK.
'A' levels in economics, politics and history.
Government
Studying British government and European history.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Spanish (Conversational)
mark
Interests: I am a professional tefl teacher, I love to travel and meet new people. I am also a fitness professional and have worked in many different countries, I also love studying Spanish.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Spanish (Fluent)
Landon
Profession: 911 Dispatcher
Law
Take and process 911 Calls and dispatch emergency personnel
Interests: I am a second language learner myself and understand how difficult it can be to grasp certain concepts. Additionally, I understand that speaking with native speakers can be daunting and want to create a safe space for students to practice!
Education: Student
Research
International Studies and Spanish undergraduate at University of Mississippi
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Conversational)
Craig
Profession: Online teacher
English Language Instruction
I have worked on other online language teaching websites and have taught all levels of tudents and all ages.
EFL teacher (volunteer)
English Language Instruction
Alongside the British Council I taught inside primary and secondary schools in Valencia, Spain.
Interests: .
Education: A levels
Education
English, History and Psychology
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Spanish (Conversational)
Steven
Profession: English Teacher
English Language Instruction
Teaching online one-on-one EFL classes at levels 1 - 7 on the VIPKid platform to Chinese students. Teaching freelance one-on-one online EFL/ESL classes on the Zoom platform to children and adults from various countries.
Interests: In my spare time, I enjoy playing the guitar, biking and playing tennis. Whenever I can get away, I love to travel, particularly to Spanish speaking countries to learn more about different Spanish dialects and cultures.
Education: Major: B.A. Spanish Language & Literature - Minor: Teaching English as a Second Language
Education
Northeastern Illinois University -
Graduated Magna Cum Laude
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Conversational)
Callum
Profession: English Teacher- Vecindario - Gran Canaria
Education, English Language Instruction
Giving classes to Spanish teenagers and adults in a private academy on the East Coast of Gran Canaria.
Six years of teaching classes including Grammar and the four skills. Preparing students for Cambridge/ Oxford exams.
Interests: I have lived outside of The UK for the last 10 years. Spending time in France and on mainland Spain before settling on Gran Canaria.
I like sports such as Football (or Soccer if you like), Tennis, Formula 1. I regularly go to watch my local Team UD Las Palmas play in the stadium.
In my free time I like to be outside enjoying nature. Whether that is on the beach, in the sea or hiking in the mountains. I am still finding new places to go on the island after nearly 9 years here.
I am a friendly person and I always like to see a positive side of everything. Sometimes you have to look harder for the positive but it is worth the effort!
I am happy to have conversations on a range of topics and also happy to help students to prepare for specific tasks or exams.
Education: UK Secondary Education
Education
General UK Secondary Education up to GCSE
Science A,A
Geography B
English Literature B
English Language B
Maths C
French C
IT C
PE C
Religious Education C
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Spanish (Fluent)
William
Profession: English Tutor
Education
English tutor for local kids in Zaragoza, Spain
Research Assistant
Research and Development
Research laboratory assistant in the field of Immunology
Painter
Building and Architecture
Painter involved in exterior and interior residence painting jobs
Interests: I love travel and seeing the world! I have a long list of places I cannot wait to see and experience. I also love the outdoors, and most activities such as hiking, kayaking, swimming, and more! I am also an avid sports fan of ice hockey and soccer (futbol).
Education: Bachelor Degree
Environment
Bachelor Degree of Science in the field of Biology
Bachelor Degree
Education
Modern Languages-Emphasis in Spanish
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Fluent)
Humphrey
Profession: Primary School Teacher
Education
I have been a primary school teacher for almost ten years!
I have had my own class, but have also taught as a supply teacher, so have taught over 500 different children!
Interests: I am a primary school teacher in the UK, and in my spare time I am a waiter. I have also been an expedition leader in Guatemala, Belize and Australia, so if you like to explore, we'll get along really well!
Education: PGCE PRIMARY EDUCATION
Education
I have been a primary school teacher for over ten years.
I have taught my own class, but have also worked as a supply/substitute teacher, meaning I have taught over 500 different children!
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Spanish (Conversational)