Joe Duffy - British Team
Years Teaching: 10
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree (University of Sheffield) / GDL and LPC (BPP University) / TEFL (Escuela Politecnica Nacional) / CELTP
About me: After Graduating in England, I was able to apply the skills I developed in my History and Law degrees, wholeheartedly to teaching in Ecuador. Making a name for myself in both EPN and Education First, I gained the opportunity to train in Peru with Cambridge Exams. I spearheaded programmes for multiple schools and Universities. My relations with multiple prestigious publications such as, Cambridge University Press, Oxford University press and National Geographic, granted me a full understanding of the educational process from children to adults, from beginners to advanced business students gaining international qualifications. I relished the value of equipping students with the means to speak English effectively. I rapidly rose to the role of Bilingual Coordinator in a multi-national School. Establishing Cambridge Exam Services has enabled me to offer the tools necessary for people to learn advanced English all around the world.
Ben Jones - British Team
Years Teaching: 15
Qualifications: CELTA / DELTA / Master’s degree (Applied linguistics and Education).
About me: Over the last 15 years, I have dedicated my professional life to teaching. My experience includes teaching English for general, academic, business and specific purposes along with teaching to children and those with learning difficulties. I have also taught in a variety of contexts such as schools and institutes both in cities and rural areas as well as businesses and hospitals. I believe that as an educator, it is my duty to find the best way to help learners achieve their goals. This entails a broad knowledge of different methodologies and approaches to teaching which can applied and adapted to different contexts and learner needs. I continue to enjoy teaching, but I have also found that helping teachers expand on their knowledge to be extremely fulfilling. I love to hear about teachers’ experiences in the classroom and their approaches to teaching. I think that as educators we are always learning and that we should strive to improve our teaching practices in order to create a positive environment in which learners can best develop the skills they need to succeed.
Jasper Rice - British Team
Years Teaching: 13
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree (International Studies) / Master’s degree (Applied Linguistics) / CELTA / DELTA (Module 2 completed).
About me: I have taught English in China, Argentina, Eastern Europe and Ecuador. This time has been spent honing my craft by continuously striving to improve my lessons. Every lesson is an opportunity for my students to explore language in a way that is engaging and gives them opportunities for authentic practice. I create learner-centered lessons that aim to provide students with strategies that they can use both inside and outside the classrooms.
Sean Redmond - British team
Years Teaching: 23
Qualifications: CELTA / DELTA (currently studying).
About me: After more than twenty years teaching in various Schools and Institutions around Ecuador, my speciality is teaching Young Learners. I cherish seeing how quickly a young mind can progress in this language when the proper methodology is applied. If my family are the love of my life, teaching is the passion. I look forward to learning your educational needs and designing my class around them.
Michelle Espinoza - British Team
Years Teaching: 8
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree / Cambridge YLE (currently studying).
About me: I have been teaching young Children for over five years. I studied Psychology in London at the University of Hertfordshire. I then took an interest in Child Psychology, this is the main reason I moved into Education. Teaching has allowed me to put into practice everything I learned in the English School System and University. What I love most about teaching young children is that each day is different, just as each child is different. Each child has their own personality, and temperament. When they learn English in a fun and friendly environment the results speak for themselves..
Bret Ellis - British Team
Years Teaching: 8
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree / TEFL.
About me: My years of teaching at leading Schools and Academies in Asia has affirmed my passion for teaching Young Learners. I enjoy teaching in an effective and fun way, knowing I’m helping to positively shape my students’ futures. I’m able to create engaging lessons to best suit my student’s needs. I use effective tools such as songs, jokes, games and role play to make learning as enjoyable as possible. I look forward to seeing you in class soon!
Ben Korda - British Team
Years Teaching: 8
Qualifications: CELTA.
About me: After completing my Celta in London, I moved to Quito and have been teaching ever since. I have taught all ages from Young Learners to adults, helping them with General English, official Exam Preparation and Business English. Seeing students take visible steps forward is so inspiring to me, it is more motivating than I could have ever imagined.
Thomas Duffy - British Team
Years Teaching: 7
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree (English literature) / TEFL (120 hour course).
About me: Having taught in some of the most prestigious academies and schools in China and Ecuador I was exposed to teaching a uniquely wide variety of classes from sixty students to one-on-one tailored sessions. I have developed a portfolio of teaching styles and skills. I like to adapt to the individual needs of each student.
Emma Glaubinger - US Team
Years Teaching: 8
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree / TEFL.
About me: I have taught a variety of students ranging in age who came from varying English experiences. I have taught classes both online and in traditional classrooms. I have also spent time in coordination where I focused on ensuring the best experience for students and providing support to instructors.
Daniel Mervill - US Team
Years Teaching: 23
Qualifications: TKT / Bachelor’s Degree / Master’s degree.
About me: I have over twenty years teaching in various Schools and Institutions around Ecuador. I still have joy and passion seeing how quickly adolescents and adults learn the English language when the proper methods are applied. My students have enhanced my aptitude to teach in so many ways. I look forward to learning your educational needs and designing my classes around them.
Colleen Collins - US Team
Years Teaching: 6
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree (California State University) / TEFL.
About me: I fell in love with teaching the moment I stepped into the classroom. I studied to become and ESL teacher, then moved to Ecuador apply my trade. I taught at a University in Quito for one year. I now live in Madrid, Spain and am furthering my teaching career. I pride myself on being a patient and understanding teacher. I will provide a comfortable, fun and dynamic learning environment to help you with all of your English needs.
Geraldine Valera - Spanish Team
Years Teaching: 10
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree (Education).
About me: I am passionate about kids. I have been teaching for over seven years. I employ a variety of teaching techniques to encourage communication skills in Spanish as a Foreign Language. I enjoy using storytelling, drama, role play and arts in the delivery of my lessons. I love working with early grades by encouraging them and designing compelling classes for effective learning.