Calum

Travel information

I am currently

Description

Travel and experiencing the world and all it has to offer brings me the most joy. Meeting new people and experiencing new cultures, learning new languages and unraveling the world’s secrets is what helps wake me up in the morning.

I’m very active, I love the sun and being outdoors. I love swimming, walking, hiking and paddle boarding.

I like to socialise and I would describe myself as the most extroverted introvert, no pretentiousness intended.

As much as I need my recharge time and a good book or some personal space, I do come alive around other people.

Interests

Outdoor activities

Astronomy

Pets

Movies & TV

Politics / Social justice

Self development

Technology

LGBTQ

Events & social

Culture

Charity work

Writing

Photography

Music

Languages

History

Drawing & painting

Cooking & food

Books

Art & design

Architecture

Animals

Water sports

Nature

Mountain

Hiking

Fitness

Dancing

Camping

Beach

Languages

Languages spoken
English: Fluent

More details about my language interests
I am an inspiring ESL and hopefully full time English Teacher. My dream is to use my ability to teach to help me travel the world and make connections everywhere. I have recently gained a TEFL foundation certificate with 120 hours and on my way to gaining a level 5 TEFL certificate with 160 hours. I have recently also been hired by an elementary school in Hong Kong to teach phonetics to 2 - 6 year olds which begins in September. I have taught a class already. I am very keen to learn and teach languages and to gain as much experience doing so.

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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

I'm interested in:  

Charity Work

Eco Projects

Being an elderly companion

Gardening

DIY and building projects

Animal Care

Life at a Farmstay

Babysitting and creative play

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Some knowledge of:  

Teaching

Creating/ Cooking family meals

Helping around the house

Hospitality/Tourism

General Maintenance

House sitting

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Able to teach about:  

Art Projects

Languages

Helping with Computers/ Internet

More details about your skills

I’m very creative, I love to draw and bring new images into the world through my drawings. I love arts and crafts. I have a very creative persona. I’m very adventurous and outgoing. So, I’m very sporty and active enjoying hiking and I swim very well.

I’m also a little older, more mature, I would like to think. I have a breadth of professional experience ranging from bar work to corporate work.

I can manage my time, organise and bring a professional and conscientious attitude to my work. I’ve learned that some things are necessary even if they aren’t enjoyable and strive to complete it and at a high quality.

Above all I have considerable experience traveling the world. I’m able to quickly get comfortable in otherwise unfamiliar places. I have a keen ability to imbed myself into new groups, often relying on my communication and empathy to create lasting connections with strangers who later become friends. I have volunteered before and lived abroad. I’m a very proficient learner and aspiring teacher.

Age

31

What else ...

I’m a huge nerd and enjoy all things sci-fi, fantasy, history, maps and flags. You name it I have some knowledge or interest in it. My favourite saga or trilogy at the moment is Dune.

Obviously I love board games. I get that monopoly can become a blood bath of unrelenting capitalism, but you have to admit it is a classic! Risk is another but to prove it’s not all money and conquest I do love your average criminal investigation which is Cluedo.

Other than these most of my other interests I have covered in other sections.

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  Special dietary requirements