Joshua Burkholder
Profession: School Principal
Education
I have worked as a school principal in a Kindergarten - High School.
Academic Director
Education
I currently work as the director of academics at a private K-8 school.
Middle and High School English Teacher
Education
I have taught English to middle and high school students for the past seven years.
Interests: I enjoy nothing more than to teach people what I have learned.
Education: High School Diploma
Education
I earned my high school diploma.
Liberty University
English Language Instruction
I am in my Junior year of college studying English education.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Basic)
David Haggan
Profession: English Teacher
English Language Instruction, Education
I am currently teaching at an English academy in Valencia, Spain. I started in October 2021 and my contract will finish in June, 2022. I teach a wide range of students from A1-B2, and I also prepared some classes for Cambridge and Trinity exams.
Interests: I am from Belfast, Northern Ireland. I have a masters in International Relations. I completed a CELTA course for teaching English in October 2021 and since then I have been teaching English in an English academy. I am going to return to my country next month for the summer. I am currently learning Spanish and have reached an intermediate level. I am also interested in learning Chinese.
Education: Masters - International Relations
Government
I completed a Masters in International Relations at Queens University Belfast in 2019.
Undergraduate - History and Politics
Government
I completed a BA undergraduate degree in History and Politics at Queens University Belfast in 2018.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Spanish (Conversational)
Logan
Profession: English teacher
Education
Volunteer English teacher at a school in Colombia
Lifeguard
Government
Lifeguard at the public pool every summer while I was in high school.
Cook
Hospitality and Tourism
Cook at a Lodge in Alaska for the summer.
Interests: I am an open-minded and adventurous person. I enjoy talking with people from all over the world and understanding their perspectives. I love talking about food, culture, films, books, subjects related to the humanities such as psychology, philosophy, anthropology.
Education: Associate of Science
Writing and Journalism
Social Science
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Conversational)
James T.
Profession: English Teacher
English Language Instruction
Responsible for ensuring that students learn proper grammar, writing, and reading comprehension.
Computer Technician
IT
Assisted in diagnosing and repairing personal computers and laptops that had viruses and faulty hardware.
Interests: I understand the importance of being interactive and enjoy communicating with others for the benefit of teaching English.
Education: Teaching English as a Foreign Language
English Language Instruction
Instructed and well versed on teaching English as a foreign language.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Basic)
Yarin Gough
Profession: Intern at a Nicaraguan Refugee Centre
Non-profit
I was for 2 months last year helping document human rights abuses with Nicaraguan refugees.
Model at Models 1 London
Fashion
I modelled for one of London's most established brands.
Interests: I'm a non-monogomous vegan socialist and I provide a safe space for non-judgemental conversation about any ideas and experiences you have.
Education: Philosophy and Politics
Education
I studied philosophy and politics at Cardiff University.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Spanish (Conversational)
Teacher Johnny
Profession: EFL Teacher
Education
I worked as an English teacher at a private school in Chihuahua Mexico.
ESL Teacher's Assistant
Education
I worked as an ESL Teacher's Assistant in the United States public school system, tutoring students who were learning English as a second language.
Sales Manager
Agriculture
I worked at a large nursery and garden center as a sales manager back in my home state of Virginia. This is where I was able to learn a lot about plants!
Interests: I am a teacher who loves the outdoors/nature. I enjoy hiking with friends, camping, and hanging in my hammock. I am also a big fan of houseplants and gardening. When I lived in the United States, I had over 150 houseplants in my apartment! I lived in a jungle. I also enjoy cooking and baking. One of my favorite desserts to make is chocoflan, a popular mexican dessert! I currently live in the beautiful state of Virginia where I work as a flight attendant. I also lived in Mexico for nearly 8 years. Outside of Mexico, I have visited Guatemala, Liberia, and Canada. I graduated with a Spanish degree from Arizona State University in 2023. I look forward to meeting you!
Education: Bachelor of Arts in Spanish
Education
Graduated in the Spring of 2023
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Fluent)
Kevin
Interests: I am from the United States, and currently living in Berlin. I have a Bachelor's degree in Political Science, and am working on my Master's degree in International Politics. I have a passion for learning languages, traveling, and meeting new cultures. I enjoy many hobbies including hiking, climbing, snowboarding, politics, music, history, and of course languages!
Education: Montana State University
Government
Bachelor's degree in Political Science, graduated in 2020
Hertie School
Government
Master's degree in International Politics, currently enrolled
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Conversational), German (Basic)
Robert
Profession: English teaching
English Language Instruction
Mexico - British Council: IELTS teacher;
Germany - Marcus Evans: Business English;
Saudi Arabia -Saudi Army: general/Medical English.
Hong Kong - Japanese companies: Business English.
Examiner
English Language Instruction
Mexico - British Council: IELTS examiner and examiner trainer and Cambridge examiner.
Thailand - IDP: IELTS and Cambridge examiner
Military Engineer
Engineering, Management
Canadian Army - construction engineering management
Interests: I love to travel and experience other cultures. I am interested in the culture of past civilizations from the Aztecs to the Khmer empire. Trying new food and drink is always a bonus, and escaping from the cold and dark winters of the north a real pleasure
Education: Bachelor of Science
Technology
In chemistry and mathematics
Certificate in Financial Planning
Finance and Banking
A Canadian qualification in financial planning
Certificate in TESOL
English Language Instruction
Trinity College London Cert TESOL teaching qualification
Certificate in Teaching Business English
English Language Instruction
LCCI Business English teaching qualification
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Spanish (Conversational)
Johnny
Profession: Makeup Effects Artist, Halloween Horror Nights Hollywood
Visual Arts
One of my favorite jobs as a makeup effects artist was applying the prosthetics at Halloween Horror Nights in Hollywood, California.
Interests: I am a former special makeup effects artist, having lived in Los Angeles for many years. Though I love art, the makeup effects business just wasn't for me. However, spending time on movie and TV sets reinforced my love for film. Now, my wonderful girlfriend and I are creating a travel documentary series called The Pre-Parental World Tour. Teaching students from around the world is a great way for me to continue learning about other cultures, and for us to continue our project while traveling abroad.
Education: Associate's in Specialized Business
Visual Arts
I attended the Tom Savini Special Makeup Affects program where I learned sculpture, painting, and many other artistic disciplines.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Basic)
Ryan
Profession: English Teacher
English Language Instruction, Teaching, Education
I was an English teacher in a language academy in Spain
English Teacher
English Language Instruction, Education, Teaching
I traveled across China and Hong Kong teaching English to children in different cities
Interests: I love socialising and meeting new people, especially people from different countries! Teaching English has allowed to live and work in China, Kong and Spain which have all been amazing experiences. I've taught students of all levels and ages including, children, high school, college students, high-level business people and retirees.
Education: BSc Finance and Investment Management
Finance and Banking
I have a degree in Finance and Investment Management in which I graduated with first class honours
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Spanish (Basic)
Tom Besold
Profession: English Teacher
English Language Instruction
Beckett Idiomas in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Interests: I am from Chicago, Illinois. I currently live in Buenos Aires, Argentina, where I teach English to business professionals. I love playing and watching sports.
Education: BA in History and English
Research
Marquette University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
TEFL Certification
Education, English Language Instruction
International TEFL Academy in Chicago, Illinois
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Conversational)
Angelo
Profession: My Ivy Mentors
English Language Instruction
I worked for a private Chinese school based out of Ningbo, China for 3 years. I specialized in teaching advanced students reading, writing, conversational English, and public speaking.
Interests: I also work as a professional DJ, so if you love music, let's talk about it! Some of my other interests include football (soccer), basketball, and literature.
Education: Associate of Arts- Seattle Central College
English Language Instruction
Received my AA degree in 2014 from Seattle Central College. Focuses in English, Communications, and Music History
TEFL Certificate- Oxford Seminars
English Language Instruction
Received a Teaching English as a Foreign Language certificate in 2019. Prepared me for my career as an English teacher.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Conversational)
Sean
Profession: High School English Teacher
Education
I taught high school English in Madrid, Spain for 6 years
Lecturer, Collegiate Spanish
Education
I currently teach college level Spanish courses
Interests: Originally from South Louisiana I now live on the Eastern Seaboard of the United States. Tell me where you have travelled or where you would like to!
Education: Bachelor of Science
Medicine
Neuroscience & Spanish
M.S.Ed.
Education
Master's in Education
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Fluent)
Francisco
Profession: Professor
Consulting, Non-profit
Primary areas are religion and inter-cultural studies. I teach at a university.
Interests: I am an American by birth but a Latino in my heart.
I am married to a beautiful woman and we have 4 children and 6 grandchildren.
I hold a doctorate and teach at a university.
I have lived in the United States, Peru, and Ecuador. I have visited Canada, Mexico, Costa Rica, and Chile.
I have led mission trips and I have some experience with medical clinics, work with families.
I read Greek and Hebrew.
I attend a Spanish speaking church in Phoenix Arizona.
Education: Professor
Non-profit
I have a Doctor of Ministry
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Fluent)
Gabriel
Profession: First Aid Instructor
Teaching, Education, Training and Development, Entrepreneurship
I ran my own business teaching First Aid to groups of various ages for several years.
Technical Project Manager
Internet, Management, IT
I managed software project development for a large, online retailer.
Lifeguard Instructor/Swimming Instructor
Teaching, Education, Sports and Athletics, Training and Development
I taught many skills to hundreds of people ranging in age from infants to seniors. I trained lifeguards and competed in lifeguarding competitions.
Interests: I'm always looking for new experiences and new skills to learn. I'm also a language learner! I'm an intermediate Spanish student.
I have lots of different hobbies and interests.
These are examples of some hobbies I enjoy:
axe throwing, archery, hiking, mountain biking, playing guitar (for fun), reading, watching movies, playing board games or cards and traveling to new countries to learn about other cultures.
Education: Bachelor of Arts (Honours)
Education
I have a 4 year degree in Philosophy from the University of Guelph. I specialized in Ethics.
TEFL Certification (120 hours) - OISE
English Language Instruction, Education
I have a 120 TEFL Certification from the University of Toronto - Ontario Institute for Studies in Education (OISE).
I specialize in Online Teaching and Learning and Business English
Diploma in Shiatsu Therapy (2200 hours)
Education, Medicine, Mental Health
I trained in Shiatsu Therapy for 2.5 years. I studied both Western and Eastern medicine such as anatomy, physiology, acupuncture points and alternative health techniques.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Conversational)
Rafael Zambrana
Profession: US Customs, US Immigration and NASA
Government
After my military service I worked in NY City as a US Customs Patrol Office. I transferred over to the US Immigration service and then worked for NASA (retired). The Defense Contract Management Agency offered me a job and I worked for 10 years.
Interests: I was born in the island of Puerto Rico. My parents moved to the Unites States when I was 2 years old. We were a dual language family. Some spoke no English so I learned both languages growing up.
I served in the USAF and have worked for US Customs, US Immigration and as a Quality Assurance Inspector/Quality Systems Auditor for NASA. I truly enjoyed working with the astronauts and all the gear and equipment that would fly on the Space Shuttles. Shortly after retiring from NASA I was employed by the US Defense Contract Management Agency as a Quality Assurance Representative. We inspected items destined for the US military. I take pride in the fact that no item inspected by me ever failed in the field. After 10 years I decided it was time to retire for real. My wife and I decided to make Valencia Spain our retirement home.
Education: New Mexico State University (did not graduate)
Government
I studied Police Science with the goal of becoming a Criminologist. Studies were interrupted by family crisis. I joined the USAF shortly after leaving college.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Native)
Tutor Billy
Profession: Senior Vice President
Real Estate, Operations, Building and Architecture, Hospitality and Tourism
Worked for privately owned investment company with multiple businesses including investments in commercial real estate, the parking and transportation industry, as well as the tourism business.
Tutor
English Language Instruction
Six years experience tutoring English primarily to University aged students and up.
Interests: I'm an avid traveler and have visited most states in the USA, but I love to explore other countries and learn something of their culture. I have visited many areas of the world including Mexico, much of Central America, and
Argentina and Colombia in South America. I first traveled to Southeast Asia 18 years ago and fell in love with the area so when I decided to retire 4 years ago, I moved to Vietnam, where I currently live. I continue to explore Southeast Asia, but also want to know Korea and Japan. When traveling I enjoy seeing natural wonders and historical sites, but always make an effort to make friends with local people. I derive more pleasure from the memories shared with them than that moment of wonder inspired by a waterfall or a palace.
I love music - I'm just a listener, not a musician, but it's been a constant companion over the years. I like music from many different decades and genres. If it's good, it's good.
I used to play a lot of sports, but my passion was golf. I still watch it, but, unfortunately, don't get to play it anymore.
I spend most of my mornings drinking coffee and keeping up with the news from around the world. I think it's important for all of us to do so.
Education: Bachelors Degree
Government
Majored in Political Science, but my career was in commercial real estate, airport parking, transportation, and tourism.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Conversational)
Warren
Profession: English Teacher
English Language Instruction
Teaching small groups of students at an English Academy
Volunteer teaching assistant
English Language Instruction
Volunteer role internship teaching in public schools to teenagers
Product Manager - industrial chemicals
Sales, Marketing, Management
Sales and marketing management of traded industrial chemicals and raw materials
Sales manager - manufactured chemicals
Manufacturing
Sales and marketing of manufactured chemicals
Interests: I love teaching English and would like to help you in reaching your goals
Education: TEFL
English Language Instruction
2017
BSc (Hons) Chemistry
Manufacturing
1995
B.Tech Business Administration
Entrepreneurship
2004
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Spanish (Conversational)
Jack Bishop
Profession: Banker
Finance and Banking
Commercial banking
Boxing Instructor
Teaching
I have done Martial Arts and Boxing since a child and have taught this skill to kids and adults alike.
Interests: I'm a 26 year old man from near London, England.
I have studied through University until recently, achieving both an undergraduate degree in Real Estate and a Master's Degree in Finance. So if you would like to speak more in depth about any more advanced, nitty gritty economic positions etc. then this is fine too!
Education: MSc.Finance
Finance and Banking
Master's Degree in Finance
BSc. Real Estate
Real Estate
Undergraduate degree in Real Estate, Property development and investment.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK), Spanish (Basic)
Alexander Harper
Profession: Editor and translator
English Language Instruction
I am an editor and translator for an educational publisher.
I have also taught English as a second language to executives, university students, and primary school students.
Interests: I am married with two sons, and live in Bogota, Colombia. I worked in the stock market in New York for many years. I enjoy reading, bicycling and walking in the mountains.
Education: Dartmouth College, Hanover, NH, USA
Writing and Journalism
Political science and liberal arts.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada), Spanish (Fluent)