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Travel information
I am currently
Travelling
My next destination:
France - from Apr 2022 until Jul 2022 View allDescription
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
Charity workFarmingGardeningSustainabilityLanguagesArt & designDrawing & paintingDIY & craftsWritingBooksMovies & TVMusicPhotographyCooking & foodLGBTQPolitics / Social justiceCultureHistorySelf developmentEvents & social
show moreSkills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
Language practice
Life at a Farmstay
Eco Projects
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
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): BeginnerMore 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!Age
19
What else ...
It's important for me that hosts are queer/LGBT+ friendly
Some more information
Smoker
Driver's licence
Allergies
Cats and HorsesSpecial dietary requirements
I mostly eat vegetarian & do not eat pork or shellfish