Broad Landing

I used to be a teacher, and I still have the attitude to teach, help and support people. If you are applying to volunteer to have an opportunity to practice English, then congratulations, you have found the right profile! I like to talk, I like to listen even more.

My project is to help out in my private home. It is not an organisation with a team of staff or volunteers. You should be aware that there may be a lot of free time (this may not suit some volunteers). If you're happy when you're doing your own thing, then my project may suit you. Some days I will be at my work place. As long as you're happy to help me, when help is required.

My apartment has three bedrooms, mine, one for the volunteer (could be you!) and some days I will have an AirBnB guest staying in the third bedroom.

I am an experienced host. I started hosting many years ago and have some amazing volunteers stay with me. If it is what you want, you can have a wonderful cultural exchange and a unique experience. I am a relaxed individual, and open to making sure you get what you want out of your visit to the area. So, the arrangement will include plenty of free time for you to see the sights and experience the North East culture. My home is close to the beach and seaside, as well as the city centre. A few of my previous volunteers have even took a day or two out of the schedule to visit Scotland (it's only a few hours away).

I can arrange my schedule around yours. So, if you need to spend time studying, or even attending a class, then I can arrange the schedule to suit. If your intention is to be able to practice speaking English, then my project is ideal for you. I like to chat! We will chat all day long, while we work, eat and go exploring my local area.

I have many years experience hosting volunteers, having unique experiences! I invest my time to ensure a volunteer has a worthwhile experience, while they stay with me. The work is secondary to the experience. I will introduce you to my local town, while we have daily walks, or bike rides (if that's your thing). Each morning, after breakfast, I walk along the beach until I reach the centre where I attend a gym. If you are also interested in fitness and a healthy lifestyle, I will encourage you to join me each day, doing this activity. See the wonderful coast line of North East England. Or try the famous 'Geordie' nightlife (if that is more your thing!). If your aim is to improve your English language skills, then I promise you that you will 100%. I have a lot of experience in helping with conversational English, for people who's first language isn't English. Many of my previous volunteer guests have commented that I am a great English teacher. My home is often chaotic as I try my best to manage my own job, as well as work in the house, as well as occasional Airbnb guests. On the nights when I host an Airbnb guest, I may request you share a bedroom with another volunteer.