Reuben

Travel information

I am currently

Description

Hi, I'm Reuben and am always looking for the next adventure (usually very spontaneous!). So far this summer I've cycled London to Paris, travelled over to Corsica to hike the GR20 with some friends and now looking for a new adventure in Italy! I love meeting new people, experiencing cultures and learning languages. I'm very fond of animals and will always take the longer path to see them! I'm currently doing Physics at university and created a project for my Masters to work on new technology to help deaf people hear through cochlear implants (very powerful hearing aids!) better which I will start in October, until then I am free as a bee!

I am fully deaf in both ears from birth and have recently got cochlear implants which allow me to hear very well in noisy and difficult situations. Like anything, it isn't perfect but it brings me much joy that I'm able to hear all the sounds of world around me much better now. You may just have to shout a little louder over distance to get my attention!

In short, I think three words describe me best: friendly, enthusiastic and hard-working.

Interests

Languages

Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Sign language (American): Beginner

More details about my language interests
I've started learning British Sign Language earlier this year and would be able to teach you lots of signs! In Paris I went to 1000 et 1 Signes, the first fully deaf restaurant, and have started to learn French Sign Language - very interesting how each country has its own sign language which originates from the oral language of the place! I am extremely interested in learning new languages as through these short travels this summer it has shown me that knowing the native language opens the heart of the locals!

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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

I'm interested in:  

Art Projects

Eco Projects

Teaching

Gardening

DIY and building projects

Animal Care

Life at a Farmstay

Hospitality/Tourism

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Some knowledge of:  

Languages

Babysitting and creative play

Creating/ Cooking family meals

General Maintenance

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Able to teach about:  

Charity Work

Helping around the house

Helping with Computers/ Internet

More details about your skills

My number one skill is Enthusiasm! I'm always up for taking on challenges and learning new things. Coming from Physics background, I am proficient in mathematics, statistics and programming would be more than happy to tutor in these.

Doing roller and ice hockey growing up has given me skills to continue when things get tough and the importance of working together in a team.

I think my best skills are working with other people and animals as both bring me much joy.

Age

22

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  Special dietary requirements