Mark

Información de viaje

Ahora estoy

Actividades que me interesan:

Dogs, woodworking, ceramics, chess.

Descripción

I have been an ESL / TEFL and Spanish language teacher for most of my adult life which has allowed me to study, travel and live throughout 10 different countries throughout the Americas. This bilingual lifestyle has gifted me many wonderful relationships over the years. Recently, someone told me about Workaway. I got really excited that something like this even existed! You see, for years I've taken care of my mom as she declined from dementia. Now, she is free and rests in peace (QEPD). She, an adventurer herself, would remind and encourage me that the time would come for me to continue on with my passions and curiosities for international connections and pursuits. So here I am, on Workaway, and I'm now available to help out others- in other places! I'm still looking for my first Workaway experience in this new chapter of my life. I'll be retired soon and I'm excited to challenge myself in new ways - expand into new horizons. My goal is to engage and enrich wherever I may land. I'm a hard worker and I have many skills. I hope you enjoy looking at my Profile and please don't hesitate to reach out and ask if you have any questions or suggestions. Thank you, and I look forward to meeting you - maybe someday soon! Gracias! Obrigado! Merci beaucoup! Ciao

Intereses

Cuidado de plantas

Jardinería

Arte y diseño

Fitness

Navegar / barcos

Baile

Senderismo

Agricultura

Eventos y sociedad

Trabajo de caridad

Mascotas

Autodesarrollo

Cultura

Artes escénicas

Libros

Bricolaje y manualidades

Música

Idiomas

Escritura

Dibujo y pintura

Carpintería

Animales

Playa

Montaña

Deportes de invierno

Actividades al aire libre

Yoga / bienestar

Naturaleza

Idiomas

Idiomas hablados
Inglés: Fluido
Español: Fluido
Portugués: Intermedio
Sign language (American): Principiante
Alemán: Principiante
Francés: Principiante

Más información sobre tus intereses idiomáticos
I started tutoring both Spanish and English in college. Afterwards , I started a bilingual after-school and summer day camp program in Oregon. Then, I entered the worlds of public and private school classrooms, some internationally, and I have been working with ESL /TEFL students of all ages and abilities for over two decades. I play guitar and write songs that reinforce lesson objectives. I believe all students have to feel safe before they can learn - and that is what I am best at. I like to think I make others comfortable and that by being of consistent character for them they are able to trust and learn best. By being comfortable with myself I can be uplifting for all. It's contagious. A profesional level of positivity goes a long way!

Buscar un colega de idioma

Habilidades y conocimientos que quiero compartir o aprender

Me interesa:  

Jardinería

Cuidado de animales

Trabajo de caridad

Proyectos artísticos

Vida en una granja

Cuidado de casas

Proyectos ecológicos

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Ciertos conocimientos de:  

Proyectos de construcción y bricolaje

Hostelería/turismo

Mantenimiento general

Ayuda con ordenadores/Internet

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Puedo enseñar:  

Compañía para ancianos

Idiomas

Enseñanza

Que habilidades tienes?

Teachers wear many hats and by nature have to be flexible. I adapt to situations and surroundings. Although I have a B.A. in Communications, I believe that throughout different ages and stages of my life I have always aimed to practice active listening and to be also aware of what my personality brings to interpersonal interactions. I aim to meet people where they are at - and hope they can meet me there too. I am curious and yet careful. I am able to language switch when needed and have cultural competencies and abilities to be aware and engaged appropriately. One interesting current pursuit is that am a few credits away from finishing an accreditation/ certification in TRIN interpreting/translation. Someday maybe I too can be a digital nomad of sorts!

Edad

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Algo más...

I like to play chess. I started playing during the Pandemic. I've reached the 60th percentile on Chess.com. Maybe that means I am able to lose, draw or win against half of the people on the planet? Its a fun hobby/pursuit and good for the brain. .

I grew up with dogs. I love them. My last dog was "Laila" She was from Cali, Colombia. (QEPD) She was my very best buddy and I miss her every day.

I am a lifelong learner. I want the next few years of my life to reveal something new to me. I am open to discovery and hopefully, maybe, the best is still yet to come...

Más información

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  Fumador

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  Permiso de conducir

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  Alergia
  bees, shellfish

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  Dieta especial
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