[ ☀️ Overview ] ⚡️ 6 years as an educator/ teacher ⚡️ Bachelor’s degree in International Studies: Global Outreach ⚡️15 years of international experience (primarily in Asia) ⚡️ 5 years in the hospitality/ tourism industry [ ☀️ Languages ] 🌏 English - Native Speaker (USA) 🌏 Mandarin - Conversational Chinese [ ☀️ Work Experience ] 🌻 ESL Teacher - teaching kindergarteners (ages 4-7) the basics of the english language (basic vocabulary, grammar, conversational skills, phonics) through games, activities, songs, etc. 🌻 University Trainer/Mentor - teaching spiritual growth and personal development by creating customized curriculum for small groups (3-5) of university students. 🌻 Surf Coach - coaching foreigners and Taiwanese through the beginning stages of surfing in Taiwan dealing with basic ocean knowledge and foundational surfing skills. 🌻 Hospitality Industry (Bartender) - working in international restaurants and bars as a mixologist and bartender with experiences ranging from fine dining wine bars to craft breweries in Australia, USA, and Taiwan. 🌻 Tour Guide - leading groups of English speakers through different cultural experiences and engaging activities in Thailand. [ ☀️ Other Experience/ Background ] 🥥 High School Sports (Basketball, Track and Field) - competing in Taiwan with tournaments in Japan 🥥 University International Outreach Program - an outreach program that worked through partnerships around the world aimed at providing assistance for local communities 🥥 15 years of international experience - China, Taiwan, Japan, Indonesia, Australia, New Zealand, Finland, Estonia, Sweden, England, Spain, Netherlands, Mexico, Jordan 🥥 Community and Social Outreach and Training Program as a family business [ ☀️ Fields of Expertise ] 🌴 Hospitality Industry (Restaurants, Bars) 🌴 Tourism/ Travel 🌴 Religion/ Spirituality 🌴 Personal Development 🌴 Sports (Surfing, Basketball) [ ☀️ Teaching (Customized Lessons) ] 🙋🏽‍♂️ A Day In Your Life... Conversational Class 🙋🏽‍♂️ A great class for beginner or intermediate English speakers as we share our daily lives with each other and practice conversational flow and listening comprehension. It's a fun class that will allow us to share what a day in our life looks like and can help us be inspired by one another. For I am often inspired by my students and I hope to inspire you as well. 😊 🤩 Children’s Interactive American English Class 🤩 As someone with years of experience working with children you can expect this class to be filled with fun and inspired activities designed to help your child stay engaged and learn English in an easy manner. This class will be focused on building a strong English foundation for your kid to help them progress in their English learning journey. 🏄🏽‍♂️ Surfing Vocabulary and Topics Class 🏄🏽‍♂️ Come learn more about surf vocabulary, terms, and topics from a surf coach. From discussing ocean tides, surf maneuvers, surfing slang, and breaking down surf videos and photos. As well as discussion of life lessons that can be learned through surfing. There is much to learn and if you're feeling adventurous come and take a surf lesson with me in Wai'ao! 🧘🏽‍♂️ Balance Your Soul and Mind Wellness Class 🧘🏽‍♂️ This class is a good place to start for intermediate to advanced English speakers who are interested in discussing soul and mind wellness practices to help bring balance to an unbalanced life. We will be aimed at discussing ways to quieten the mind and soul through various methods such as meditation, mindfulness exercises, deep reflection, and physical health. [ ☀️ Improve Your... ] 🥥 Conversational Skills 🥥 Vocabulary 🥥 Grammar 🥥 Phonics 🥥 Learn English through a variety of activities, materials, and topics to help you learn in an engaging and comfortable environment. [ ☀️ More About Matt ] I currently live by the sea in Yilan, Taiwan and enjoy surfing, basketball, and nature. My personality is friendly and easy to get along with! I am easy-going, caring, communicative, and deep thinking. If you're interested come get to know more about me! 💡 Read ( Science Fiction & Fantasy ) 💡 Meditation, Travel 💡 Bartending, Home-brewed mead 💡 Board games 💡 Video Editing 💡 T Shirt Design I have learned to love the little things, the little moments, and the little situations that make up our life. For in savoring the small things in our daily lives it leads to a contentment that spans life. For life is not entirely made up of grand moments, though each has its share, but mostly of little moments that are there to be enjoyed; the warmth of the sun on your face, the feel of the ocean on your skin, the laughter of a friend. I look forward to hearing from you and cannot wait to meet you and begin this journey together! 🔥 Watch my self-introduction video and challenge your English understanding, and in our class tell me what words you recognize! 🔥See you in my trial class soon!