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Travelling
Description
Forever curious, energetic, and excited to learn new things and meet new people! I love learning about new cultures and ways of life around the world. I am an astronomer and happy to look at the night sky together.
I grew up in rural Pennsylvania, in a small town halfway between Philadelphia and New York City. Against a backdrop of my own homogeneous community I became increasingly curious about the wide diversity that this world contains.
I have since traveled a lot, doing Workaways around the world. The more I travel, the more I learn about vastly different people, customs, and philosophies throughout the world. I know there is still so much more to learn. I did Workaway for a year before going back to school, and now excited to do it again.
I love dancing and am always down for a dance party. Life is better lived with laughter.
Background in: planetary science, chemistry, math, biology, computer science/programming, English, theater, crafting
Interests
DIY & crafts
Performing arts
Astronomy
Outdoor activities
Camping
Adventure sports
Dancing
Hiking
Mountain
Nature
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
Gardening
Life at a Farmstay
Eco Projects
Helping around the house
Animal Care
Charity Work
Languages
DIY and building projects
Hospitality/Tourism
House sitting
General Maintenance
Some knowledge of:
Babysitting and creative play
Art Projects
Helping with Computers/ Internet
Teaching
More details about your skills
TEFL certification, experience and training teaching math and science, dance (ballet and ballroom), crafting (many types, but focus on needlecraft/sewing/crocheting/knitting)
Age
30
Some more information
Smoker
Driver's licence
Allergies
NoSpecial dietary requirements
No
Feedback
7 May 2019
Left by Workawayer () for host
(Help a family with gardening ...)
I had the most wonderful time with Kylie, Nathan, James, Addie, Patrick, Jonathan, and Peter!! The two weeks went by way too fast and left me wishing that I could have spent longer with this lovely family.
Most of the work I did was indoors- helping with chores around the house, helping the kids with various tasks, cooking, etc. With no… read more
Most of the work I did was indoors- helping with chores around the house, helping the kids with various tasks, cooking, etc. With no… read more
(Excellent
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9 Apr 2019
Left by host (Help a family with gardening ...) for Workawayer ()
We feel really fortunate to have had Tess stay with us for around two weeks. Our house can be busy and noisy and fairly chaotic and Tess got to experience it all! She was super helpful with the children while we were busier than normal with work and they really benefited from the time she spent with them. From board games to music to cooking and… read more
(Excellent
)
26 Apr 2019
Left by host (Maori culture and simple ...) for Workawayer ()
Tess was a great help on the farm and with our community work too. She happily did a variety of tasks including painting, cleaning, gardening, cooking, organising shelves. Pleasant and polite, Tess youre welcome back any time. Well recommended
(Excellent
)
27 Mar 2019
Left by Workawayer () for host
(Help us on our ...)
Had a great two weeks at the winery/vineyard! We worked two 2.5 hour shifts each day with a half hour breakfast break in the middle. The work supervisor Petra was really patient, friendly, and helpful in teaching us what to do.
The work is physical but not very challenging. It is repetitive but the scenery is so gorgeous that the time passes… read more
The work is physical but not very challenging. It is repetitive but the scenery is so gorgeous that the time passes… read more
(Excellent
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7 May 2019
Left by Workawayer () for host
(Help a family with gardening ...)
I had the most wonderful time with Kylie, Nathan, James, Addie, Patrick, Jonathan, and Peter!! The two weeks went by way too fast and left me wishing that I could have spent longer with this lovely family.
Most of the work I did was indoors- helping with chores around the house, helping the kids with various tasks, cooking, etc. With no… read more
Most of the work I did was indoors- helping with chores around the house, helping the kids with various tasks, cooking, etc. With no… read more
(Excellent)
9 Apr 2019
Left by host (Help a family with gardening ...) for Workawayer ()
We feel really fortunate to have had Tess stay with us for around two weeks. Our house can be busy and noisy and fairly chaotic and Tess got to experience it all! She was super helpful with the children while we were busier than normal with work and they really benefited from the time she spent with them. From board games to music to cooking and… read more
(Excellent)
26 Apr 2019
Left by host (Maori culture and simple ...) for Workawayer ()
Tess was a great help on the farm and with our community work too. She happily did a variety of tasks including painting, cleaning, gardening, cooking, organising shelves. Pleasant and polite, Tess youre welcome back any time. Well recommended
(Excellent)
27 Mar 2019
Left by Workawayer () for host
(Help us on our ...)
Had a great two weeks at the winery/vineyard! We worked two 2.5 hour shifts each day with a half hour breakfast break in the middle. The work supervisor Petra was really patient, friendly, and helpful in teaching us what to do.
The work is physical but not very challenging. It is repetitive but the scenery is so gorgeous that the time passes… read more
The work is physical but not very challenging. It is repetitive but the scenery is so gorgeous that the time passes… read more
(Excellent)
3 Mar 2019
Left by Workawayer () for host
(Global experience for ...)
I had a really, really nice time with Ayumi and her family. Ayumi is a very welcoming and kind host- very energetic and happy to chat and share cultures. Fukui is a bit far from the major tourist attractions in Japan, but has charm and several nice tourist attractions of its own.
The work is easy- cleaning, washing dishes, drying and folding… read more
The work is easy- cleaning, washing dishes, drying and folding… read more
(Very good)
3 Mar 2019
Left by host for Workawayer ()
Tess was a pleasure to have stay in our home. She was always willing to doing anything that was asked and was genuinely interested in our business and how everything worked. It was a shame she only spent just under 2 weeks with us! All the best with your future travels Tess :)
(Excellent)
2 Mar 2019
Left by Workawayer () for host
(Experience outback life on a ...)
My time with Doll and her family was unforgettable and truly wonderful. I highly, highly recommend this experience to anyone who wants to discover life in the Outback, learn about farming cattle, or experience genuine Aussie hospitality.
Life in the Outback: The Warbys live on a large cattle station that is 2.5 hours from the nearest "big" town… read more
Life in the Outback: The Warbys live on a large cattle station that is 2.5 hours from the nearest "big" town… read more
(Excellent)
16 Jan 2019
Left by Workawayer () for host
(Teach at-risk children and ...)
My time in Arusha was unforgettable- one of the best experiences I've ever had.
I spent almost two months teaching the pre-form (~11-13 year old) students and young adults. For the pre-form students, we followed several books and a list of topics. With the adults, I had my own freedom to design lessons based on their interests and mine. Because… read more
I spent almost two months teaching the pre-form (~11-13 year old) students and young adults. For the pre-form students, we followed several books and a list of topics. With the adults, I had my own freedom to design lessons based on their interests and mine. Because… read more
(Excellent)
9 Nov 2018
Left by host for Workawayer ()
Theresa is the greatest girl, friendly, respectful, and helpful never seen before and she is ready to share everything she knows about studies, we stayed with her almost 8 weeks in peacefulness way and we can't stop saying thanks for your support in English language as well as Geography. By the way students and teachers as well at our school will… read more
(Excellent)
13 Jan 2019
Left by Workawayer () for host
(Learn about Buddhism with ...)
I had an incredibly special two weeks with the nuns in Ban Rai this past November-December. The center is peaceful, meditative, and a great spot to recenter yourself after many months traveling. The workload is fairly light- volunteers alternate assisting with alms collection and cleaning the center. There is also occasional gardening work.
The… read more
The… read more
(Excellent)
