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My name is Melida. I am a retired public school teacher. I’ve taught elementary education (1st to 6th grades), Spanish and ESL to students in grades k through 12th. I also taught languages i(English and Spanish) in a male prison. Even though the job was very difficult, I enjoyed teaching my students and also encouraging and motivating them to make positive changes in their life so they can be productive members of our society. Currently, I am a certified yoga teacher, Spanish interpreter for public schools and I teach part-time at a Catholic school in Burlington, NJ. I love to meet new people , develop lasting relationships and learn about other cultures. I love the outdoors and being surrounded by nature! I am an active lady who loves working with children. I have two college-educated, beautiful children who have the same passions as me. Thank you
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Adventure sports
Pets
Dancing
Cycling
Cooking & food
Self development
Animals
History
Gardening
Mountain
Music
Outdoor activities
Plant care
Sailing / Boating
Sustainability
Yoga / Wellness
Performing arts
Nature
Languages
Hiking
Fitness
Farming
Culture
Charity work
Languages
Languages spoken
Spanish: FluentMore details about my language interests
My son is in college in Italy. I’m learning Italian on my own.
Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
Charity Work
Eco Projects
Teaching
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Life at a Farmstay
General Maintenance
Hospitality/Tourism
Animal Care
Art Projects
Being an elderly companion
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My professional career has been in education. I was a 1st-6th grade classroom teacher and bilingual teacher (English and Spanish) for many years and then transitioned to teach ESL and Spanish through 12th grade. My last teaching job was in a prison for males in Bordentown, NJ. I taught them Spanish and ESL so they can earn the credits necessary to get their high school diploma. Now I teach part-time in a k-8 school and yoga as well. I also work as a Spanish interpreter for local schools virtually and in person. I have excellent interpersonal, writing and organizational skills.
Age
65
What else ...
I really enjoy gardening and just connecting with people and nature. I love to travel and meet new people and be helpful. I love teaching yoga. I also enjoy helping children learn how to read as well as other life skills.
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