Jessi & Charlotte

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Hello! This is our first time using Workaway, and we're so excited to finally be part of the community. It’s something we’ve wanted to do for a long time, but the timing never quite worked out—until now. Together we've been fortunate to travel to over 15 countries, and through those experiences, we’ve developed a deep passion for cultural exchange, human connection, and stepping outside of our comfort zone.

Jessi:
What motivates me most is the opportunity to experience life fully—whether that’s through exploring new places, meeting people from all walks of life, or immersing myself in different ways of living. I thrive in community spaces—whether I’m helping build them or simply being present and supportive within them. I also feel most alive when I’m outdoors and active—hiking, exploring, or just soaking in the beauty of nature. Originally from Miami, I’ve always felt a strong connection to the water, and being near the ocean is something that instantly recharges me.

Lott:
I'm someone who has always been drawn to caring for others. All of my jobs have involved looking after people in one way or another, and being someone who others can trust is really important to me. I love meeting new people and building connections, especially when I'm traveling. Exploring new places and learning about different cultures is something that really excites me. I'm a big softie at heart, I adore animals and being outdoors. I enjoy hiking (as long as it's not too uphill), swimming, and more recently I've started to learn to surf- which has been a fun challenge! Creativity is a big part of who I am. I love art and anything that lets me be expressive, whether that's painting, crafting, or just getting hands on with something creative. Overall, I am motivated by connection, kindness, and trying new things that help me grow and enjoy life.

Now, as we move to New Zealand, we’re both looking forward to becoming part of the Workaway community—contributing, learning, and continuing to grow through meaningful experiences.

Interests

Charity work

Farming

Self development

Van life

Events & social

LGBTQ

Culture

Photography

Animals

Drawing & painting

Gardening

Books

DIY & crafts

Art & design

Dancing

Cycling

Outdoor activities

Hiking

Mountain

Yoga / Wellness

Camping

Nature

Fitness

Beach

Languages

Languages spoken
English: Fluent

More details about my language interests
Being from Miami I absolutely love Latin culture, and I would love to continue to work on my Spanish!

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Skills and knowledge we'd like to share or learn

We're interested in:  

Eco Projects

Gardening

Animal Care

Life at a Farmstay

Hospitality/Tourism

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Some knowledge of:  

Art Projects

Being an elderly companion

Teaching

DIY and building projects

Creating/ Cooking family meals

General Maintenance

House and pet sitting

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Able to teach about:  

Helping around the house

More details about your skills

We are super fast learners and open to trying just about anything! Part of the reason we are moving to New Zealand is to try out as many different types of skills as we can.

Lott- I have always worked within care settings. Previously I worked in a nursery and got my level 2 qualification. I was nearly complete with my level 3 when covid hit, leading me to wanting a new career opportunity. I decided I wanted to work in the adult healthcare setting, so for the past 5 years I worked with the elderly and adults with disabilities. I completed my level 3 and had further training so I could work with advanced and specialist conditions. For a short stint I became self employed and worked in the community as a PA. I would perform tasks such as cleaning, laundry, personal care, shopping for others, and dog walking. In my free time I would also help my mum at her allotment! I love being hands on and DIY, from building and decorating to building flat packs. I'm also very creative and love to paint and draw.

Jessi- I started my career as a middle school English teacher (ages 13-14) where I learned how to be flexible, how to think on my feet, and how to interact with people from all different backgrounds. I went on to get my Masters degree in Education and Social Change, where I learned how to have conversations about social issues and how to foster a community within new spaces. After COVID, I transitioned into a role outside of the classroom where I worked as a recruiter for an Ed Tech company. This taught me customer service skills, but ultimately made me realize that I don't want to work a desk job- instead I want to be active and be more hands on. I'm looking forward to trying new things and learning new skills!

Age

29 & 24

What else ...

We love to play cards games, especially Rummy which Lott learned how to play from her grandparents. We also love board games and puzzles! Jessi loves to go to fitness classes, drink yummy coffee and wine, and take pictures with her digi cam. Lott loves to draw and paint, create things with clay, and anything diy and colour theorys.

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