From: United States
Individual account
Costa Rica, Iceland, Italy, Slovenia, Sweden, United States
08/07/2019 - 20/08/2019
Hi! I'm Leslie, and I fell in love with international travel after I took a trip to London in 2008. Since then, I've visited Uganda, El Salvador, Guatemala, Italy, France, & Spain. I've been fortunate to travel as part of mission trips and also for my work--I teach at a University in the States. I've traveled solo (to Norway) and as part of a group--there are advantages to both! I do not like "touristy" trips--I like to experience local culture and take my time visiting places. I found this site totally by chance, and I'm excited to explore the possibilities available through volunteering!
A little bit more about me...I've been active in sports, both as a player and as a coach. I have a lot of experience with kids; my son is 15, and my brother has 5 kids (current ages 8, 6, 3, almost 2, and 1). I'm with them a lot, and I enjoy watching them grow and experience new things. I've been around animals, and really enjoy horses (I have 2). I'm open to experiences working in gardens, cleaning, childcare, farmwork, and more!
With my University schedule, I'm currently available until Aug 22nd 2019, December 2019-Jan 15th 2020, and May - August 2020.
Anything else you want to know, please ask!
Gardening
Babysitting / child care
Farmstay
Help with Eco project
Help in the house
Animal care
Helping with Tourists
Charity work
Language practice
Help with Computers / internet
Teaching
I'm a Sociology professor by training, and have taught at a University for 16 years. I'm proficient in Microsoft Office, so I could definitely help with some computer skills! I'm very active--I've played multiple sports (softball and volleyball are my favorites), and can also coach multiple ages in sports (soccer, baseball, softball, some basketball). I can definitely help with childcare--I'm a mom to a 15 year old son, and I regularly help take care of my brother's five kids (ages 8, 6, 3, almost 2, and 1). I can manage housework, yard work, working with tools, cleaning, and farm work. I love animals, and have 2 horses.
English, some Spanish, learning Italian
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I am outgoing and friendly, and I also appreciate some quiet time to myself. I'm happy to explore different areas through walking and hiking, and I'm also comfortable hanging out reading a book or playing board & card games. I highly respect others, and am comfortable interacting with individuals from various backgrounds. I would prefer not to be placed with smokers.
Smoker
Driver's licence
Allergies
Special dietary requirements
