David & Marian

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We are a very active middle-aged Canadian couple, semi-retired, committed to seeing as much of the world as possible through local living and, where possible, contribution. We have been active volunteers much of our lives, most especially with Habitat for Humanity, building affordable housing domestically and as far afield as Haiti. We learned of Workaway while volunteering with World Central Kitchens in Puerto Rico during the earthquakes of January 2020. That led to our first Workaway experience, teaching English at a language school in Galapagos Islands - an amazing opportunity cut short by the Covid epidemic. Almost three years on, we return to our chosen life as international volunteers this fall, with the hope of finding opportunities to contribute in Europe through the (Canadian) winter months of 2022-23, and to continue making family and friends along the way. Re COVID: we are both quadruple-vacinated.

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Idiomas hablados
Inglés: Fluido
Español: Principiante
Francés: Principiante

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We are both certified instructors of English as a second language, TESOL/TESL/TEFL certified (Oxford Seminars, 2009).

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Nos interesa:  

Vida en una granja

Cuidado de animales

Proyectos ecológicos

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Ciertos conocimientos de:  

Jardinería

Proyectos de construcción y bricolaje

Mantenimiento general

Cocinar para toda la familia

Ayuda doméstica

Hostelería/turismo

Ayuda con ordenadores/Internet

Trabajo de caridad

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We recently put together this skills summary Habitat for Humanity International. As volunteers, we think our strength is that we roll up our sleeves and get done what needs doing! To the summary below, we'd add we're both TESOL/TESL/TEFL certified (Oxford Seminars, 2009).
Marian
• Master’s degree in distance education, former community college instructor, corporate trainer, and courseware developer
• Senior-level software designer and veteran of campaign-related data management
• Senior-level business analyst
• Published writer and experienced communicator
• Seasoned Habitat house leader (construction) and volunteer (builds and ReStores)
David
• MBA in strategic management
• Senior project manager (has managed concurrent multi-million-dollar, multi-national strategic projects; former IT project manager)
• Professional writer and communications strategist
• Jack-of-all-trades in residential construction (carpentry, electrical, plumbing, etc.) and experienced Habitat house leader
• Seasoned Habitat affiliate leader (has led five Canadian HFH affiliates) and house leader

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We are parents of two (adult) boys who have grown up to be fine and kindhearted men, and have made us better, more caring people for having raised them. We're lifelong avid readers and learners. A musician since the age of six (trumpet is his primary instrument) , David wishes he'd learn faster. Marian wishes he'd learn more quietly!

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