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Description
I am an American teacher and writer with a Master's Degree and many years of experience. I am TEFL certified and experienced working with students with special needs. I have helped both children and adults to learn English in Thailand, Ecuador, Italy, Spain, France, Austria, Germany, and Morocco. I am still teaching in the United States, but I make time some time for travel. I have found Workaway to be a perfect way to visit and learn about other cultures. I love traveling, and meeting new people. I enjoy music, art, and I have great admiration for those who help others, including tutoring outside of school, raising money for those in need, and animal rescues. I can provide many references. Let's videochat sometime.
Interests
WritingSelf developmentPolitics / Social justicePerforming artsPhotographyPetsHikingMovies & TVLanguagesNatureMusicEvents & socialCyclingHistoryCultureDrawing & paintingDIY & craftsCharity workBooksArt & design
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Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: BeginnerMore details about my language interests
I am TEFL certified.
Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
Some knowledge of:
Helping around the house
Animal Care
Hospitality/Tourism
Charity Work
Art Projects
Helping with Computers/ Internet
Able to teach about:
Babysitting and creative play
Being an elderly companion
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Languages
Teaching
More details about your skills
teaching, child care, computer skills, writing/editing/revising, public relations, fund-raising, advertising, many other skills
Age
66
What else ...
I believe no matter how long I teach, I can always learn something new. Traveling offers me the chance to share what I know, but also to learn and, very often, to make lifelong friends. While I do enjoy reading, creating art and doing crafts, and working on the computer, I like to be outside, exploring new places, hiking, and biking.
Some more information
Smoker
Driver's licence
Allergies
Special dietary requirements
I am not vegetarian, but eat only poultry and fish.
Feedback
9 Apr 2022
Left by Workawayer (lvkathy) for host
(Experience an Argentinian way ...)
I cannot say enough good things about Lily and her school. It was an incredible experience to work with the wonderful teachers and students here. Staying with Lily and her son was like staying with family. I learned so much about the culture and I've taken home some wonderful recipes as well. My time in Catriel will always hold a special place in… read more
(Excellent
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9 Apr 2022
Left by host (Experience an Argentinian way ...) for Workawayer (lvkathy)
Kathy is family now! She was a fantastic teacher and friend of my son's. They did a lot of activities together. She made the most of her time in Argentina, she was really interested in our culture. She is very responsible as a teacher. Our students love her!
She has very good ideas for teaching and is very commited to it.
We had a great time… read more
She has very good ideas for teaching and is very commited to it.
We had a great time… read more
(Excellent
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6 Sep 2019
Left by host (Come and help our teachers by ...) for Workawayer (lvkathy)
Kathy is an Angel of love.No adjectives can better describe how nice,helpful,organised and responsible Kathy is.During her stay at the school,all the teachers and students and volunteers enjoyed sharing precious moment with this kind hearted and helpful Kathy.Everyone loved her and we all felt sad by the end of her stay.I would greatly recommend… read more
(Excellent
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29 Jul 2019
Left by Workawayer (lvkathy) for host
(Come and help our teachers by ...)
When I read all the great reviews about this host, I wasn't sure it could live up to all the praise. It was even more than I could have imagined. I can never thank Harim, his family, and the staff at the Language Academy enough for making my visit one of the best experiences of my life. Thank you! I hope to see you all again soon!
(Excellent
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29 Jul 2019
Left by Workawayer (lvkathy) for host
(Looking for help with our ...)
I didn't realize I had forgotten to leave a comment about this host. I worked with these wonderful people in July of 2018. It was an extraordinary experience that I highly recommend. Someday I will be back. Thank you for everything! :hearts:
(Excellent
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9 Apr 2022
Left by Workawayer (lvkathy) for host
(Experience an Argentinian way ...)
I cannot say enough good things about Lily and her school. It was an incredible experience to work with the wonderful teachers and students here. Staying with Lily and her son was like staying with family. I learned so much about the culture and I've taken home some wonderful recipes as well. My time in Catriel will always hold a special place in… read more
(Excellent
)
9 Apr 2022
Left by host (Experience an Argentinian way ...) for Workawayer (lvkathy)
Kathy is family now! She was a fantastic teacher and friend of my son's. They did a lot of activities together. She made the most of her time in Argentina, she was really interested in our culture. She is very responsible as a teacher. Our students love her!
She has very good ideas for teaching and is very commited to it.
We had a great time… read more
She has very good ideas for teaching and is very commited to it.
We had a great time… read more
(Excellent
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6 Sep 2019
Left by host (Come and help our teachers by ...) for Workawayer (lvkathy)
Kathy is an Angel of love.No adjectives can better describe how nice,helpful,organised and responsible Kathy is.During her stay at the school,all the teachers and students and volunteers enjoyed sharing precious moment with this kind hearted and helpful Kathy.Everyone loved her and we all felt sad by the end of her stay.I would greatly recommend… read more
(Excellent
)
29 Jul 2019
Left by Workawayer (lvkathy) for host
(Come and help our teachers by ...)
When I read all the great reviews about this host, I wasn't sure it could live up to all the praise. It was even more than I could have imagined. I can never thank Harim, his family, and the staff at the Language Academy enough for making my visit one of the best experiences of my life. Thank you! I hope to see you all again soon!
(Excellent
)
29 Jul 2019
Left by Workawayer (lvkathy) for host
(Looking for help with our ...)
I didn't realize I had forgotten to leave a comment about this host. I worked with these wonderful people in July of 2018. It was an extraordinary experience that I highly recommend. Someday I will be back. Thank you for everything! :hearts:
(Excellent
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11 Dec 2016
Left by Workawayer (lvkathy) for host
(Come take care of two ...)
This is the perfect workaway experience for anyone who wants to see the real French countryside. San Julian is a tiny little jewel tucked away among vineyards that stretch across the rolling hills. Although remote, it isn't hard to reach shopping and the town of Villafranche if you have a car. This host provided a lovely private room and bath… read more
(Excellent
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10 Dec 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (lvkathy)
Professionnalisme, patience et gentillesse sont les trois qualificatifs qui décrivent le mieux Cathy’. Bien sur il y en aurait de nombreux autres, tout aussi positifs
C’est un plaisir de travailler l’Anglais avec sa technique ludique et participative.
Enjouée elle n’hésite pas à mimer les situations afin d’ancrer les mots et expressions dans la… read more
C’est un plaisir de travailler l’Anglais avec sa technique ludique et participative.
Enjouée elle n’hésite pas à mimer les situations afin d’ancrer les mots et expressions dans la… read more
(Excellent
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30 Nov 2016
Left by Workawayer (lvkathy) for host
(Help with our little one in ...)
Vienna is an amazing city. Staying with this wonderful family in this ideal location was an incredible experience. I fell in love with their adorable little boy too! They made me feel at home from the moment I arrived. I had a private room and plenty of time to explore. Public transportation is just minutes from their door, along with a mall and… read more
(Excellent
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28 Nov 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (lvkathy)
Kathy is a charming, inspiring and simply wonderful women with a lot of knowledge, patience and endless power. She helped us wherever needed (with the dishes as well as with laundry and grocery shopping). She is very reliable and just pleasant to have around. Maxi enjoyed her and all her stories and the art they did together on every single day… read more
(Excellent
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17 Nov 2016
Left by Workawayer (lvkathy) for host
(English speakers welcome for ...)
I have done a lot of traveling and this experience was one of my favorites. The program was well-run and the school is very professional. Yet, it was fun for everyone there. The accommodations were excellent. I hope to come back again in the future. Thank you for allowing me to participate!
(Excellent
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16 Nov 2016
Left by host (English speakers welcome for ...) for Workawayer (lvkathy)
It was truly a pleasure working with Kathy. She is a great teacher, she has very friendly personality, she is always willing to help and is not afraid to go the extra mile :). Kathy received excellent feedbacks from our Polish students - she really has a gift for teaching English. Thank you for your participation! I hope you will join us again!
(Excellent
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12 Oct 2016
Left by Workawayer (lvkathy) for host
(Help with simple house tasks ...)
I had no idea when I arrived in Kleve that I was going to love this experience as much as I did. Birgit was a wonderful host. She made me feel welcome and comfortable with a private room in her beautiful home. I’m going to miss her delicious German cooking. She took the time to show me around. Her home is a short walk from an incredible park.… read more
(Excellent
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12 Oct 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (lvkathy)
Kathy is a cheerful, talkative and considerate lady who was very helpful and good to have around.
I felt familiar with her from the very first moment on and we had a great und funny time together.
She planned her day independently and did a good job in the house in daytime. In the evenings we had wonderful dinners, conversations and… read more
I felt familiar with her from the very first moment on and we had a great und funny time together.
She planned her day independently and did a good job in the house in daytime. In the evenings we had wonderful dinners, conversations and… read more
(Excellent
)
30 Sep 2016
Left by Workawayer (lvkathy) for host
(Teach English and enjoy the ...)
The weeks I spent with this family were wonderful, and I will truly miss Alessandra, Maurizio, and sweet Federico. They made me feel comfortable from the moment I arrived. I was given a private room to stay in, and they generously shared their beautiful home. I was able to do laundry at any time, use their kitchen (when they were not creating… read more
(Excellent
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30 Sep 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (lvkathy)
Hosting Kathy has been a great pleasure for us. She is a really nice, sweet and reliable person and she helped Federico to learn English with motivation and joy. She’s a real professional teacher, experienced and always smiling, helpful with housework and easygoing; absolutely perfect as a guest!
Our son loved her from the very first moment,… read more
Our son loved her from the very first moment,… read more
(Excellent
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