BJ

United States
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Travelling
My next destination:
Spain - from Jul 2023 until Jul 2024
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English Teacher Available this Summer for your Kids!

Hello!
I am a Primary Teacher and English Teacher who has lots of experience with kids ages 5-14. I have had amazing experiences with many families traveling abroad and teaching their kids English. I still keep in contact with them all. If you are looking for a great English teacher who offer high-quality lessons for your kids and fun activities, feel free to reach out to me anytime. Please be sure to include details about what you are looking for, your children's English level, the help they need, and information about schedule and availability, so we can see if it's a good match.

What I Offer for Kids:
- Quality English Lessons
- Engaging them in games and activities to help develop
their speaking skills in English.
- Helping them with their daily and nightly routines
- Homework help
- Assistance before and after school
- Organizing playdates with their friends
- Planning and going on outings with them
- Providing care and supervision
- Preparing snacks and simple meals for children
- Doing sports with them
- Summer help and care

My past experience with kids includes:
- Teaching in Elementary Schools
- English Instructor
- Childcare and Sitter
- Swimming Lessons
- Summer Camps
- Coaching Soccer, Basketball, and other sports
- Private Lessons
- Reading Teacher

Additional Information:
- Master's Degrees in Elementary Education
- Teaching Certificates
- Bachelor's Degree in Child Development and Teaching
- Advanced Spanish Certificate
- CPR and First Aid Certified for Children
- Valid Driver's License
- Background Check
- Covid-19 Vaccination & Excellent Health

I am originally from the Midwestern USA, so I am also used to all four seasons and love them all. I enjoy being outdoors, exploring new places and spending time with family and friends.

I hope to have the chance to talk with you soon.
Thank you!
Interests
Movies & TV
Fitness
Animals
Architecture
Pets
Writing
History
Beach
Books
Politics / Social justice
Team sports
Hiking
Self development
Outdoor activities
Languages
Culture
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Fluent
Italian: Intermediate
Portuguese: Beginner
More details about my language interests
I am interested in teaching English to kids (ages 5-14) and learning other languages. I speak Spanish, but I have also studied Italian, Portuguese, and French.
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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
Some knowledge of:
Animal Care
Art Projects
Helping with Computers/ Internet
Able to teach about:
Babysitting and creative play
Helping around the house
Languages
Teaching
More details about your skills
Ability to care and work with multiple kids at the same time
Swim Instructor and Water Safety Training
First Aid and Health Training for Children
Fantastic Management and Organizational Skills with Kids
Spanish Certificate
Master's Degrees in Elementary Teaching
Bachelor's Degree in Child Development and Education
Teaching Certificates - Specialized Training in Reading and Math
Age
41
What else ...
I am creative and can tailor activities to kid's interests. I am engaging and talkative, so kids always have plenty of opportunities for language learning. I enjoy playing football (soccer) and sports, going on outings, and outdoor activities with kids, and I am fine doing things like board games and Legos with kids too. Of course, I am also familiar with technology and even ways to integrate it into lessons or fun.
Some more information
- Smoker
- Driver's licence
- Allergies
  No
- Special dietary requirements
  No

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22 May 2023

Left by host (Exchange culture and help us ...) for Workawayer (BJ)

BJ es un gran profesional y su nivel de compromiso y exigencia con la enseñanza es muy alto. Prepara todas las clases a conciencia y es incansable, podría estar todo el día enseñando. Tiene altos estándares de exigencia por encima de lo que podríamos imaginar.

(Very good )

30 Mar 2023

Left by Workawayer (BJ) for host (Exchange culture and help us ...)

My experience was absolutely amazing. David and Rosa are really nice people and always very accommodating of different schedules. I was able to explore different areas of Andalusia and experience its rich culture. I was able to travel places with the family, and David always explained all the unique places and cultural backgrounds of the region.… read more

(Excellent )

2 May 2023

Left by host (Help with my two kids in a ...) for Workawayer (BJ)

He is simply the best! Never heard my son say to me “mum, I don’t want him to leave, I already miss him”.
I think he made Michael fall in love with the English language. He is a real professional. So if you want your
kids to improve their speaking, writing or reading skills in English don’t miss this opportunity and host BJ.
I know BJ prefers… read more

(Excellent )

20 Apr 2023

Left by Workawayer (BJ) for host (Help with my two kids in a ...)

My stay with Tania was wonderful. She is very kind and accommodating of her guests and provided fantastic recommendations of places to see. Her two children, Michael and Katia, were very pleasant and kind-hearted. I had lots of fun talking to them and playing with them in English. I was able to help Katia reinforce her language skills through… read more

(Excellent )

9 Oct 2022

Left by host (Have you ever been in Rome? ...) for Workawayer (BJ)

Hosting BJ was a pleasure. He helps kids to improve their English skills, gifted them books that they like to read and played with them in the garden as well to border games. He helps me with house, too.
Thanks BJ, whenever you want to go back you are welcome 🤗

(Excellent )

29 Sep 2022

Left by Workawayer (BJ) for host (Have you ever been in Rome? ...)

Valentina and Alessio were amazing hosts, and I truly enjoyed my stay with them. The boys are very friendly and outgoing and both were able to improve their English skills. Valentino has very good conversational skills in English, and he was even able to read several American chapter books. Lorenzo was a little shy at first, but when I worked with… read more

(Excellent )

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22 May 2023

Left by host (Exchange culture and help us ...) for Workawayer (BJ)

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30 Mar 2023

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2 May 2023

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20 Apr 2023

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9 Oct 2022

Left by host (Have you ever been in Rome? ...) for Workawayer (BJ)

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29 Sep 2022

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12 Sep 2022

Left by host (Join us for family life and ...) for Workawayer (BJ)

Thank you BJ for visiting us after being in touch for so long via web. BJ is a perfect teacher. He is patient, creative, multilingual, ready to find the right way to get the attention of the pupil (my absent minded son in this case). It was a pleasure talking to you about our different cultures, and way of living. BJ is also very active and… read more

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20 Aug 2022

Left by Workawayer (BJ) for host (Join us for family life and ...)

Roberta was an outstanding host! Although I was only able to stay a few days with her family because of scheduling, she made me feel right at home in Italy. She showed me some great places close to her town and was very helpful anytime I needed something. She also cooked some wonderful Italian meals. I also had the chance to help her teenage son… read more

(Excellent )

31 Jul 2022

Left by host (Improve your Spanish by ...) for Workawayer (BJ)

BJ is an incredible teacher!!!! my kids learn, play and laugh together, they are delighted with him. I can see how he organice the class and the free time with the kids. All family we have been very happy with him, we hope that he takes a nice memory from Coruña!!!!!

(Excellent )

29 Jul 2022

Left by Workawayer (BJ) for host (Improve your Spanish by ...)

Cristina was an amazing host. She always went out of her way to make sure I had a fantastic experience in Galicia. Cristina took me to different towns, places, and museums; prepared great meals; introduced me to many natives; and helped me navigate the best parts of the region. This area of Spain has breathtaking views. Her three kids were very… read more

(Excellent )

18 Jul 2022

Left by host (Language exchange with our ...) for Workawayer (BJ)

Bj, is a teaching professional, a committed and responsible person who is involved in the family taking advantage of the experience of the exchange of cultures.

(Excellent )

15 Jul 2022

Left by Workawayer (BJ) for host (Language exchange with our ...)

I had am amazing time with Carmen and her three boys. Carmen is extremely friendly and outgoing. She helped me with absolutely anything I needed and even assisted me in planning small excursions to see different places in Spain. Carmen is also a fantastic cook, and I loved trying the traditional Spanish dishes. Her boys were very nice and… read more

(Excellent )

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