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Puerto Rico - from Sep 2023 until May 2024 View allDescription
I would say I'm reserved, yet easy-going. I have a very casual manner and like to think of myself as warm and sympathetic, patient and supportive. I think everyone deserves respect and the opportunity to better themselves despite their background. Oh, and like anyone, I love having a good laugh.
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MountainFarmingAnimalsHikingNatureBooksCultureOutdoor activitiesMusicSelf developmentVegetarian or veganLanguagesLanguages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: IntermediateMore details about my language interests
me fascina el español. Me dedico a aprenderlo. Tengo un nivel de interés en otros idiomas también, tal vez el portugués más que los demás. Puedo ayudar otros con su inglés.Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
Eco ProjectsHospitality/TourismSome knowledge of:
TeachingLife at a FarmstayHelping around the houseGeneral MaintenanceGardeningAnimal CareAble to teach about:
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Currently volunteering in a hostel, and would prefer to do more of the same or go to a farm (especially a coffee farm!).
I've spent most of the last year in language schools, both as a volunteer and as a full-fledged teacher. Additionally I've worked with students outside of schools to improve their English and have helped make videos for language learners.
Before deciding to pursue teaching I worked on a local farm harvesting vegetables, weeding, weighing and bagging, stocking, and miscellaneous other tasks as they came up. Elsewhere I've also spent time working with farm animals, primarily chickens, but also pigs, providing basic care such as feeding / watering.
Additionally, I've done some landscape work here and there. Mostly basic care and clearing and removal of overgrowth. I have some experience transplanting and pruning trees, though this is pretty basic knowledge.
Lastly, I should mention that I've helped out with concrete work and small-scale construction projects. I should stress that I have no expertise in construction, but have merely provided a helping hand to more knowledgeable people.Age
33
What else ...
Besides language and language learning, I am big on music. I like to explore new types of music (non-pop usually), especially foreign music. Of greatest interest are jazz, folk musics, and progressive rock.
I've been playing music for many years as well. Most of that time has been spent with guitar, but I can play the keyboard a bit too. I think I could probably teach some basic music theory, such as intervals, chord formation, chord-scale relationships, and how to read music.
Other interests are exploring new areas (in town and in nature), reading, and meditation. I get along pretty well with animals and have taken care of dogs and cats.Some more information
Smoker
Driver's licence
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Special dietary requirements
Vegetarian (ovo-lacto)
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Hope he can come here again. Thanks for everything Erick.
Take care!
Katy
The work is easy. The hours are few. You are in an excellent location. The people are all very nice and accommodating.
I only stayed for 9 days, since I had to shorten my trip due to unrelated factors.
I worked 3 hours, 3 days of the week. The day is split into two shifts (10-11:30 and 4-5:30). The conversations… read more
I'd say my experience was a good one. I was able to practice Spanish, learn more about organic farm life, and get to hang around some nice and interesting people.
Knowing Spanish or French will help you a lot here. Aurora knows English, but her Spanish is stronger. Andrés only… read more
Muchas gracias Erik por todo. Le recomandamos mucho!!! Que te vaya… read more
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Hope he can come here again. Thanks for everything Erick.
Take care!
Katy
The work is easy. The hours are few. You are in an excellent location. The people are all very nice and accommodating.
I only stayed for 9 days, since I had to shorten my trip due to unrelated factors.
I worked 3 hours, 3 days of the week. The day is split into two shifts (10-11:30 and 4-5:30). The conversations… read more
I'd say my experience was a good one. I was able to practice Spanish, learn more about organic farm life, and get to hang around some nice and interesting people.
Knowing Spanish or French will help you a lot here. Aurora knows English, but her Spanish is stronger. Andrés only… read more
Muchas gracias Erik por todo. Le recomandamos mucho!!! Que te vaya… read more
I volunteered here for 3 months (2022 April-May, and then again 2022 July). I completed my tefl certification here. And more than that, I had the most amazing time with some really amazing people. This place seems to really attract a good crowd.
Every one at the volunteer house was extremely friendly, and it was always… read more