Learn English - FREE

Fun, flexible, dedicated.

For over twenty years I have worked in the education sector in both English as a Second Language and Adult Literacy and Numeracy. My qualifications include a Certificate in TESOL as well as NCALE.  I have lived and worked in Hong Kong, Scotland, Japan and Taiwan – teaching English in Japan and Taiwan.  These experiences, coupled with studying foreign languages at university, have given me a keen awareness of the challenges my students face.  I love my role at Trainme because it allows me to combine two of my passions, helping students learn English and supporting them in the challenges of making New Zealand their new home.  Outside of work, I love spending time with my family especially outdoors.

I consider myself an enthusiastic person who always tries to look on the bright side of life with a little bit of quirkiness thrown in. I have been working within the industry for about 3 years and it’s been a VERY happy 3 years :) I have a qualification in NCAT and continue to upskill myself. The best part of my job is the students whom I am lucky enough to tutor, they always enlighten my life.  I enjoy spending time with my friends, doing a bit of gardening  but most of all, time with my children.

In August 2018 I started work at Trainme as an English language teacher - and I love it! I enjoy the friendly, enthusiastic learners and the rich cultural diversity in our class. It is rewarding supporting students to achieve their learning goals and to try to make learning English an achievable and enjoyable experience...it can be such a confusing language! I have a TESOL qualification and am undertaking more study.

When I am not at work I enjoy spending time with my husband, family and friends. I also enjoy tramping, gardening, reading and travelling around New Zealand.