Imogen

Travel information

I am currently

Description

Hi! My name is Imogen, I'm 19 years old and from the United States. I'm taking this year off studying to travel and gain new cultural experiences. I started traveling September of 2021 and plan to fly home this Summer.

For the final leg of my trip (April - July 2022), I'd like to prioritize learning French through Immersion. Right now I have a higher comprehension level than speaking, but I think I'd be able to communicate (definitely would need patience!)

I love reading, writing, photography, and cooking (I cook for every holiday at my house!). I'd love to learn about my host's culture as much as I can during my workaway, especially regarding language and food. As per covid safety, I am fully vaccinated and am happy to test before my arrival.

I've also lived in a small house with 8 people and two dogs my whole life, so I'm very comfortable and used to sharing space with others.

Interests

Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

I'm interested in:  

Language practice

Life at a Farmstay

Eco Projects

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Some knowledge of:  

Gardening

DIY and building projects

Helping around the house

Hospitality/Tourism

Charity Work

Art Projects

Teaching

General Maintenance

Helping with Computers/ Internet

Animal Care

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Able to teach about:  

Babysitting and creative play

Creating/ Cooking family meals

More details about your skills

My work experience includes food service, in which I cleaned, cooked, and helped customers, as well as babysitting, which I did for 2 years, 3x a week.

During my time babysitting over the past two years, I watched three children, currently aged 3, 5, and 9, for three days a week (and sometimes more when the parents requested). In addition to watching the kids, I helped them with schoolwork, prepared food, and cleaned. During my food service Job, at a burger shop, I learned a great deal about customer service. I also received training in meal preparation/cooking and cleaning, and can operate machinery if needed. I know how to drive, am fluent in English (my native language), and have experience teaching the language.

This past year I ran my school's newspaper, so I can help with writing and design if needed.

Since traveling I've gained experience in teaching English to adults and children, childcare (watching 2 children aged 4 & 5), gardening and garden planning/building, DIY and housecare, arts & crafts, life off the land, animal care (goats, chickens, dogs), running events with large groups of children, and renovation work.

Languages

Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Beginner
Chinese (Mandarin): Beginner

More details about my language interests
I'd love to learn Spanish and Hebrew and better my French skills. I plan on trying to learn some of the language of wherever I stay. I can teach and help with English as well!

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Age

19

What else ...

It's important for me that hosts are queer/LGBT+ friendly

Some more information

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  Smoker

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  Driver's licence

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  Allergies
  Cats and Horses

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  Special dietary requirements
  I mostly eat vegetarian & do not eat pork or shellfish