Dan Renzi
Profession: Journalist
Writing and Journalism
I have been a writer and editor for over 20 years. Most of my work has been in travel writing, and entertainment.
Interests: I live in Kansas, close to my parents and my brothers. We see each other often. I also travel a lot with work assignments.
Education: Rutgers University
Writing and Journalism
Bachelor of Science
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada)
Anthony Davenport
Profession: The London Palladium Theatre
Performing Arts
The Theatre, At this job in London. I was able to see many different music performs and theatre shows. This includes Madonna, Hozier, One Republic
True Fight - Short film 2019
Performing Arts
I was able to work as an assistant (Helper) on a film set in London. This was a very cool job to have. This did only last a few days
Chef
Hospitality and Tourism
I am currently a Chef...I love this job. I am hoping when i am able to travel around again. I can put my new skills to the test with other different cultural foods
Sailor
Sports and Athletics
Sailing the east coast of Australia in the amazing Whitsunday islands. Here, I completed a 3day/2night tour for other travellers to explore the great barrier reef & white sand beaches
Interests: In 2019 I decided it was time for a change from normality and to seek new life experiences, I travelled my way through countries such as Sri Lanka, Malaysia, Philippines, Indonesia and New Zealand, meeting people from countries with different and diverse backgrounds. Since leaving education I have found myself visiting many different places in the world.
In the past 3 years I have had my biggest adventure. This started with 1 year living in Bali - Indonesia, teaching english online to students all over the world! Then over to Australia, completing many jobs from Crayfishing & Sailing Boats.
I have been very lucky to do all of these things, and now, I am doing what I love most, helping others learn english to progress & hearing stories from people!
Education: Music Production
Performing Arts
Music Producer
Media
Technology
Learning about filming, Camera's, Editing
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK)
Paul
Interests: Although I have been involved with the dramatic arts I also have spent time in marketing with international companies.
I also enjoy photography and commercial interior design as well as graphic design.
Love travel and recently have travelled throughout Europe
Education: phd Dr humanities
Visual Arts, Performing Arts, Education
liberal arts, arts, literature; classics, classical studies, classical languages, classical literature;
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK)
Peter Hehir
Profession: Teaching Placements in UK Schools
Teaching
I have conducted numerous teaching and poetry workshops within schools
Interests: I am a Published Poet and Author
I write articles and do regular radio interviews and UK Radio
I have a happy personality and make everyone feel relaxed and comfortable
Education: Degree and A Level Studies
Writing and Journalism
English and History Qualifications
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK)
Matt
Profession: HR Manager
Human Resources
I'm in charge of a human resources team at a payroll company!
Interests: I live in the southern part of the United States. In my free time I like spending time with my wife and dogs, reading books, and playing video games. I work at a company that handles payroll for other businesses.
Education: Bachelors
Entrepreneurship
Human Resources Management
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada)
Jamel
Profession: English Instructor, GetGo Language School
Education
Teach adults from various backgrounds to improve their English skills through communication, practicing useful phrases, and performing learned skills in class performances. Tasked in evaluating lessons and acquiring useful and engaging lessons.
Elementary School Assistant Teacher, YMCA International School
Education
Focused on co-teaching Grade Level 3 curriculum to students not native to English.
Tasked with lesson planning, classroom management, instructing lessons, and assisting struggling students on-on-one.
Assistant Language Teacher, JET Programme
Education
Created curriculum, integrated English Language Learners lessons with student level in mind, ran classes as lead teacher with creative and innovative ideas
Acted as cultural ambassador between Japan and US
Volunteered in local community.
Interests: I am an experienced English-Language-Learning Instructor, with an understanding in management, professional development, and building connections across organizations inside and outside the classroom.
I have lived in Japan for about 7 years, teaching students ranging from elementary school 1st year to people in retirement. I enjoy having engaging conversations with my students to open their minds to new experiences and cultures through exciting and eye opening lessons that will not only challenge students but also bring them to new perspectives in learning and understanding the world.
Education: Bachelor of Arts, Major in Mass Communication
Advertising
Zimmerman School of Advertising & Mass Communications Program, focus on Media and Account Management
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada)
Ryan Eck
Profession: English Tutor for VIP Kids
English Language Instruction
English Tutor for children learning English as a second language for VIP Kids
Interests: My name is Ryan and I am a native U.S. English speaker and have studied in Nevada earning a bachelor degree in Public Health science. I have also lived in Australia and now currently reside in the region of Brittany in France. I enjoy traveling around the world and meeting new people and exploring different cultures and languages.
Education: B.S. in Public Health
Environment
B.S. from University of Nevada, Reno - 2009
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada)
Dominic
Profession: Online English Teacher
Education
2 years experience teaching online
Manager
Sales
I worked in sales for over 10 years and took a struggling business to record profits
Interests: I am really positive person that likes to enjoy life to the fullest. I surround myself with other positive people like me. I am from quite a big family, I have 2 sisters but have lots of cousins. I enjoy travelling the world and learning about different cultures and trying all different types of food.
Education: Bachelors degree in Physical Education
Sports and Athletics
Class of 2012
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK)
Eric
Profession: English teacher
English Language Instruction
More than 20 years of English language education experience.
Interests: I'm a teacher, but I also like to learn about different countries and culture. I look forward to meeting people from around the world.
Education: MA in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
English Language Instruction
An MA in TESOL
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada)
Harvey Coates
Profession: HR/Research Assistant
Human Resources, Customer Support, Research
In 2017 I worked as an HR assistant for Consumer Intelligence. My role involved mostly administrative tasks for the HR department. However, I also got to do some research for the company, regarding statistics for students in higher education in the U
Care Assistant
Mental Health
I was volunteered in a church in Parkway, Bristol to help the elderly community there. I talked, played games and sang hymns with them which was such a fun and rewarding experience.
Retail Assistant
Hospitality and Tourism, Retail
I worked in the Mind charity shop. This involved steaming clothes, checking the shop floor, going through new donations as well as tagging and pricing new items of clothing.
Interests: I love helping people improve their English, both non-native and native speakers come to me for advice on the language for a variety of purposes (job applications, personal statements etc) and I am always happy to help.
Education: Bachelor of Music with Second Class Honours, University of Surrey
Technology
I recently graduated from the University of Surrey, completing a 3 year course in Creative Music Technology
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK)
Chris
Profession: English Instructor
English Language Instruction
English Instructor
Woozoo Student Centre, Vancouver, BC
Jul 2012 – Apr 2014
-Provided individual instruction and tutoring to a variety of students
English Instructor
English Language Instruction
English Instructor
Tokyo, Japan
Jun 2011 – Jun 2012
-Developed curriculum and methods for future instructors
-Became an effective and entertaining teacher through working with age groups 3-60 years old
-Honed public speaking skills through tea
Interests: I'm a friendly, kind and chill guy!
Education: BA Psychology
Mental Health
University of British Columbia
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada)
Chad Tilton
Profession: Vipkid teacher
Education, English Language Instruction
I've been teaching ESL with Vipkid for nearly 5 years.
English teacher
English Language Instruction
I was formally an ESL teacher to children and adults.
Interests: I've been living in Thailand for the last 5 years. I was formally a teacher in the United States for 5 years and have been doing 5 years of online teaching since moving to Thailand. I love athletics and creating art.
Education: Bachelors degree in education
Education
I received my degree from Evergreen State College
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada)
Trevor
Profession: Dental Technician
Technology
Worked for 12 years producing dental prostheses, crowns and bridges, and orthodontic appliances, in dental laboratories around Australia, as well as in Saudi Arabia and the UK.
Small Business - Desktop Publishing
Technology
Operated a business in Queensland, Australia, designing and producing flyers, books and magazines on computer, including writing and copy-editing in some cases.
Head Computer Technician
Technology, Retail, IT
Worked for a large national computer company in Cairns, Queensland, first as a computer technician then later supervising 5 technicians. Work involved troubleshooting computer problems, installing software and hardware, and dealing with customers.
Small Business - Web Development
Internet, Technology
Operated with a partner a business providing web development services to (mainly) tourism businesses in Cairns, Queensland.
Volunteer Web Developer
Internet
Travelled to the USA and volunteered at the Smithsonian Museum of Natural History, where I redesigned the paleobiology website.
Head Web Developer
Internet
In the UK I worked for a translation company, rebuilding websites with various different languages. Supervising 4 staff in my unit.
System Administrator, later IT Manager
IT
Worked for a publishing company in Washington DC, in charge of IT systems, computer training and web development.
Volunteer, refugee projects
Operations, Training and Development, Non-profit
Volunteered with various refugee assistance projects around Europe, from helping people landing on the beaches of Lesvos, to serving tea in camps on other Greek Islands. Language training was a focus in at least 3 different locations.
Interests: I’m a curious and fun person, well travelled and love meeting people from different cultures. I’ve lived in Australia, Saudi Arabia, UK, Germany, USA, Thailand… and now Portugal. I’ve been riding motorcycles all my life, and they have taken me to amazing places around the world. I’ve been lucky, and in the spirit of giving back, I’ve volunteered helping refugees at various places around Europe since 2016. I taught them some English, but in truth, they taught me so much more…
Education: Dental Technician
Manufacturing
Dental Certification at Mt. Lawley TAFE, Western Australia
Junior Certificate
Education
John Forrest High School
Spoken Languages: English (Native: Australia / New Zealand)
David
Profession: English Teacher
English Language Instruction
English Teaching Assistant to University Instructor.
Interests: Hi my name is David.
I enjoy fishing, Cooking, reading, exercising, meditation, hiking, and many many other hobbies.
I have traveled to 9 countries and I hope to travel more in the future.
Where are you from?
Do you enjoy Traveling?
Do you enjoy cooking?
What are some of your favorite hobbies?
Lets chat.
Education: B.A. English /Professional and Technical Writing
Writing and Journalism
Are you in College? Are you interested in attending college in the future? Lets chat.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada)
Richard Alison
Profession: IT Technician,Phoenix Computers, Banbury
IT
September 2000 – December 2003:
Own IT computer shop, Computer City, Loughbough
IT
December 2003 – May 2005: Self Employed
Technical support and tuition. Also supervisor role. Dixons Carphone
IT
May 2005 – May 2018
Interests: Now over 40 years old I am very relaxed. I have worked in many jobs, in many industries. I am one of those people who self educates and has knowledge in many subjects. Moving country has given me new perspective on other cultures.
Education: GCSE’s: (Blessed George Napier Secondary School, Banbury, Oxfordshire 1990-1995)
Education
11 GCSE's A-C grade
BTEC National Diploma in Information Technology Applications, Banbury College
Education
Grade: MERIT level
Higher National Diploma in Software Engineering, Oxford Brookes University
Education
Grade: MERIT level
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK)
Gavin
Profession: 1 on 1 Aid
Education
1 on 1 aid in a elementary school. I've worked there for 2 years
Interests: I really enjoy sports specifically soccer, football, and baseball. I also really enjoy the outdoors specifically the beach. I am a very laid back person and love to talk and meet new people.
Education: Associates In Early Childhood Development
Education
I am currently obtaining my BA in Early Childhood Development.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada)
Johnny Goodfellow
Profession: English Teacher
Teaching
I worked as an English teacher in Vietnam for over 5 years. I taught in schools, in private lessons for business people and in online classrooms.
Student Mentor
Teaching
I help overseas students at English Universities practise their English skills and help them to adjust to student life in the UK.
Interests: I am 30 years old. I love Manchester City Football Club. Come and tell me about yourself!
Education: Bachelors Degree
Visual Arts
I have a bachelors degree in Film and Writing
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK)
Eric
Profession: English Language Teacher
English Language Instruction
Bangkok, Thailand
• Instructing grammar lessons ranging from A1-C1.
• To guide and prepare students for test in TOEFL, IELTS and TOEIC.
• Teaching students verbal and written skills in the business English.
Native English Language Teacher
English Language Instruction
Kyiv, Ukraine
• Helping students develop obtain their personal goals in English.
• Cambridge test preparation.
English Language Teacher
English Language Instruction
Florida, USA
• Assigning appropriate homework. Proctoring and grading exams.
• Teaching beginner, intermediate or advanced students.
Assistant Language Teacher (ALT)
English Language Instruction
Fukuoka, Japan
• Working in public elementary and junior high schools (K-9)
• Coached and tutored students for extracurricular English activities, such as competitions and proficiency test
Interests: I'm a traveling ESL teacher. I'm currently in Italy. I enjoy listening to all types of music. I like to try and create food at home that I've eaten in restaurants.
Education: M.B.A (Masters of Business Administration)
Research
Syracuse University
Syracuse, New York, USA
Bachelors (Business Administration & Management)
Research
Syracuse University
Syracuse, New York, USA
Spoken Languages: English (Native: US / Canada)
Richard M
Profession: English Teacher
Education
I have worked as an English teacher since 2014 in Spain, Thailand and Cambodia.
Interests: Before becoming a teacher, I worked as a graphic designer for 15 years, running my own business and working for clients in London and the south-east of England. I then moved into a managerial role for a UK charity that works with children and teenagers.
Education: BA Hons Youth Work, University of Brighton
Non-profit
My degree is for people working in youth and community services and is a mixture of topics such as social work, education and counselling skills.
Spoken Languages: English (Native: UK)