Marco

From: Australia

Account Type
Individual account
Travelling to
Italy
Travel dates
03/01/2020 - 14/07/2021
Nº of Facebook friends
859
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My status
At home
Description
Hello,

I am currently going baxk home to Australia and cutting my travels short due to covid.

After leaving Italy two years ago and only spending 2 weeks in the north, I have finally returned to connect with my families heritage Largely in Sicily but also all over Italy.

I was Born and raised in Australia but I am only first Generation Australian so I feel a big part of me is in Italy to be discovered and I am here to Discover it.

I really want to connect with my heritage and become Fluent in Italian.

I enjoy Sport and being active, playing games, cards, reading a book.... I like a lot... depends on the day really.

I love being with children they always have a different outlook on life, they bring change which is always needed. I feel they are so important for the future and that we need to help keep there curiosity and playfulness alive.

I am a bubbly person who loves socialising, meeting new people. I am not afraid to get my hands dirty and am a hard worker and also responsible.

I have skills in many areas : looking after children, house sitting, baby sitting, labour work, Gardening, animal care, hostel and B&B work, Hospitality (all areas), retail (all areas. house sitting, cleaning and teaching

I have no problem working independently, if you give me a job to do, I will be able to do it on my own, and if i dont understand what im doing I am not afraid to ask questions about the task..., In saying that I am also an effective communicator and also a team player to complete tasks in a team :)

I am now also a qualified English teacher (TEFL), but I am a little sub- par on English grammar.

I am Vegetarian.

Looking forward to meeting you,
Thanks Marco
Interests
Mountain
Beach
Nature
Camping
Adventure sports
Team sports
Winter sports
Yoga / Wellness
Outdoor activities
Hiking
Charity work
Animals
Pets
Languages
Writing
Books
Movies & TV
Music
Vegetarian or vegan
Politics / Social justice

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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
Being an elderly companion
Eco Projects
Art Projects
Helping with Computers/ Internet
Some knowledge of:
Gardening
Life at a Farmstay
Able to teach about:
Babysitting and creative play
General Maintenance
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Helping around the house
Animal Care
Hospitality/Tourism
Charity Work
Language practice
Teaching
More details about your skills
I have experience in working with and looking after children, helping people learn English , building, house sitting, baby sitting, labour work, animal care, baby sitting, labour work, Gardening, animal care, hostel and B&B work, Hospitality (all areas), retail (all areas) and cleaning.

I am now a qualified English teacher (Tefl) but my grammar is a little bit rusty.

Working in Hostels, B & B'S AND Working at ski resorts in Czech republic and Italy.

I have worked in hospitality and Retail for 4 years.

I have been in the volunteer industry for a long time now, and was heavily involved in different organisation's before I left Australia, some of these were working with refugees, at no kill animals shelters, and helping the homeless.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Italian: Intermediate
Age
28
Some more information
- Smoker
- Driver's licence
- Allergies
  no
- Special dietary requirements
  Vegetarian

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17/11/2020

Left by Workawayer (Marco) for host for (Help at our language school ...)

Hello, I spent 6 weeks at Daniela and Ida's school.

This was my first experience teaching English after receiving my TEFL, and at the beginning it was a little bit difficult as it was my first time, but with the help of Daniela and Ida I was able to push through it and after a few days I had my own classes, which was great. You get a schedule on… read more

(Excellent )

09/11/2020

Left by host (Help at our language school ...) for Workawayer (Marco)

Marco is a fantastic workawayer and the perfect teacher for our school. We did not want to let him go because our students loved him and we love him too. We really hope to see him again one day and we are going to miss him.

(Excellent )

17/11/2020

Left by Workawayer (Marco) for host for (Live with us in a beautiful ...)

I had such a good time at Angela's place, Although it was almost two years ago, I didn't realise I hadn't left a feed back until now.

The work was easy, I helped clean the areas around Angela's land and I also house sit her house for her. Where I helped look after the dogs, 4 dogs who are the best, I took them on walks around the land , which is… read more

(Excellent )

07/10/2020

Left by Workawayer (Marco) for host for (Come help at our animal ...)

First of all I would like to say a big thankyou to Franco, Nelly and Mallory. I think people underestimate the job they do for these dogs. Siciliy and Calatifimi in general have a really bad stray dog problem and these three people commit their time and effort to rescue and support these dogs from the bottom of their heart.

I think the work was… read more

(Excellent )

03/09/2020

Left by host (Come help at our animal ...) for Workawayer (Marco)

We are going to miss Marco, the dogs especially. During his stay, we noticed a marked improvement in the dogs' behavior and general happiness; he clearly put his whole heart into the work, and we couldn't be more appreciative. Thanks for your friendliness, passion, and advice for improving our association. We highly recommend Marco to other… read more

(Excellent )

11/08/2020

Left by Workawayer (Marco) for host for (Enjoy an unforgettable ...)

I stayed at petras farm for 10 days and my stay was very mixed. For me the work consisted of feeding and cleaning in the morning and night - maybe around (2.5-3hours each day) and because of this there is no days off as the horses need to be fed and cleaned each day. I also had odd jobs around the farm and also helped with cleaning the air bnbs… read more

(Good )

25/06/2020

Left by host for Workawayer (Marco)

Marco è un ragazzo divertente ed affettuoso.
Sempre disposto a fare una risata.
Parla uno strano inglese australiano che ti si attacca addosso.

la cosa più bella che può succedere su workaway è trovare nuovi amici in giro per il mondo e con Marco chiunque diventa amico!
CONSIGLIATISSIMO

(Excellent )

14/06/2020

Left by Workawayer (Marco) for host for (Come and experience life in ...)

I spent two weeks at pepe's B &B and I had a really good time. Pepe really puts effort into the cultural exchange part of workaway and he is happy to take you around and show you a bit of sicily and also cook you some good Sicilian food.

I really felt that I was able to be myself at this workaway and really express who I was and I felt I grew as… read more

(Excellent )

02/12/2017

Left by host (Help around wooden hostel in ...) for Workawayer (Marco)

Marco worked in our hostel for almost 2 months in September and October 2017. He was very helpful hardworking and always reliable if its about the hostelwork (cleaning and reception). As all Australians he was very friendly and very entertaining what its in the hostel the most important feature. he was very creative how to organize free time for… read more

(Excellent )

07/11/2017

Left by Workawayer (Marco) for host for (Help around wooden hostel in ...)

The experience was great here! the schedule for work is great so you work 3 days and then get 4 days off. The hostel is located right next to the entrance of the national park which is really convienient, marzena the owner is great and makes it possible for the hostel (guest or workawayer) to have a good family vibe. I will be back next year and… read more

(Excellent )

15/11/2017

Left by host (Family that lives in a small ...) for Workawayer (Marco)

Marco spent with us only few days, but he is so warm and communicative person that we will remember him for a long time. He has a gift to play with children, and language barier was not a problem for him. He was eager to help. Open for a hard work. He helped us with preparing wood for the winter time, and he did it perfectly. Thank you Marco!

(Excellent )

07/11/2017

Left by Workawayer (Marco) for host for (Family that lives in a small ...)

This was one of the best expeirences of my 3 months travel so far, The family is just so great, easy to talk to, and open minded people, I spent mamy days with the family and their extended family and met so many great people. I am so glad I met these people, as they changed my life and I cant wait to be back to visit.

(Excellent )

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