Simon

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  • Travel information

    I am currently

    Travelling

  • Description

    Taking a few years (or more?) out of being a science teacher to enjoy a bit of travel. Been working for the last three years running construction sites in Guatemala, the Philippines, Poland, Turkey and Nepal. Currently travelling solo up through Zimbabwe heading up to Ethiopia and looking for experiences along the way.

  • Interests

    Vegetarian or vegan
    Sustainability
    Politics / Social justice
    Languages
    History
    Hiking
    Gardening
    Culture
    Charity work
    Carpentry
  • Languages spoken

    English: Fluent
    Spanish: Beginner
    French: Beginner

  • Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

    I'm interested in:  

    Eco Projects

    Some knowledge of:  

    Gardening
    Charity Work
    Languages

    Able to teach about:  

    DIY and building projects
    General Maintenance
    Helping with Computers/ Internet
    Teaching
  • More details about your skills

    - UK qualified teacher (Secondary Science, Physics specialism - 2007, fourteen years teaching)
    - ten projects with All Hands and Hearts (five as volunteer, five as construction staff) in Nepal, Mexico, Guatemala, Philippines, Poland & Turkey
    - have experience with carpentry, concrete, ground work, a bit of plumbing, electrical and welding
    - last three years I've been running construction sites building schools, toilets, hand washing stations and shade structures in some of the countries above

  • Age

    45

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    • Driver's licence

    • Allergies

    • Special dietary requirements
      Vegetarian

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