Signe

Latvia
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Travel information
I am currently
Travelling
Activities i am interested in:
Colombia
My next destination:
Colombia - from Apr 2025 until Jun 2025
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Description
I'm a linguist and a language teacher with a profound interest in different cultures and languages. I enjoy meeting people from around the world and learning as much as possible about their countries and traditions. I'm an avid reader, traveler, and fond of the outdoors.
Interests
Drawing & painting
Architecture
History
Cycling
Charity work
Beach
Technology
Writing
Photography
Politics / Social justice
Self development
Sustainability
Outdoor activities
Plant care
Pets
Nature
Movies & TV
Languages
Hiking
Music
Mountain
Gardening
Events & social
Dancing
Camping
Culture
Cooking & food
Books
Art & design
Animals
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Fluent
Latvian (Lettish): Fluent
Russian: Fluent
Swedish: Fluent
German: Intermediate
French: Intermediate
Portuguese: Intermediate
Indonesian: Beginner
Japanese: Beginner
Malay: Beginner
More details about my language interests
I’m interested in learning the local languages of the native community.
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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
Charity Work
Able to teach about:
Languages
Teaching
More details about your skills
I have multiple university degrees in philology, conference interpreting, and linguistics, as well as extensive language teaching experience. I’m multilingual and have used my language skills in different professional settings both in academia and the private sector.
Age
40
What else ...
I’m fond of plants and pets.
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- Driver's licence
- Allergies
- Special dietary requirements
  I'm not a fan of onions.

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9 Oct 2024

Left by host (Teach English to Japanese, ...) for Workawayer ()

I am pleased to share feedback on Signe’s performance during her three weeks at the Sanuki.

Signe’s dedication to teaching and her ability to engage effectively with both the team and the students have been truly impressive. She has demonstrated a strong understanding of the material, significantly contributing to a positive learning environment… read more

(Excellent )

7 Oct 2024

Left by Workawayer () for host (Teach English to Japanese, ...)

Although my time was brief, lasting only three weeks, it was an incredibly rewarding experience. I had the opportunity to teach English to Japanese children as part of the experimental summer camp. Additionally, I greatly valued connecting with the local community through English club sessions. This connection allowed me to explore Kagawa… read more

(Excellent )

12 Sep 2023

Left by Workawayer () for host (Teaching English at private ...)

Mr Edi is an amazing and attentive host. I have spent quite a bit of time with him and his family and they really treated me as one of their own. His wife is an amazing cook and I miss the food she cooked already. The room for the volunteer is spacious and comfortable and one gets the much desired privacy after work.
Mr Edi has amazing facilities… read more

(Excellent )

29 Aug 2023

Left by host (Teaching English at private ...) for Workawayer ()

Thanks so much Signa for everything you have done for my school, my teaching staffs, my students, my neighbour and my family. SIGNA has been staying with my family for more or less two months or 7 weeks.I can say that She was one of the volunteers who spent the longest time in my school.
My family and all teaching staffs were very happy and proud… read more

(Excellent )

12 Sep 2023

Left by Workawayer () for host (Learn new skills and discover ...)

First of all, I would like to thank Mr. Wisnu and his family for accommodating me in what was a very difficult time for the entire family. The time spent, although sure, with Mr. Wisnu in the classroom was most rewarding. He has a clear vision in teaching and is working towards improving each and every students' English knowledge. Wisnu has also… read more

(Excellent )

31 Aug 2023

Left by host (Learn new skills and discover ...) for Workawayer ()

Hello Signe, You are an amazing human being. Since the first day, we felt like we have known you for a long time. Every single one of our students enjoyed speaking with you. You really know how to get along with our students and other people. We are blessed to have met such a talented person like you. Even though it was a short time, It was pretty… read more

(Excellent )

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