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Mr. Max is a Hong Kong born Native English Teacher, he graduated from Lingnan University in 2021 majoring in English language and communications. Mr. Max is equipped with 3 years of teaching experience, and loves being around kids. He hopes that all his students can excel and develop love and interest for the English language.

Mr. Max

Mr. Shane has lived in Hong Kong for over 20 years. After completing his Bachelor's in International Business, he decided to pursue a career in educating the next generation of future leaders. He hopes to give back to the city that has given him a lot. Shane has a deep passion for sports and regularly plays American Football every weekend.

Mr. Abhishek

Mr. Adam is from the United States. He received a Bachelor’s degree in International Studies and an MBA. Mr. Adam has tutored children in English and other subjects.

Mr. Adam

Mr. Alex is from Swansea in the United Kingdom, where he worked as a solicitor. After the birth of his daughter here in Hong Kong he decided to change his career and completed his TEFL course. He is looking forward to helping his students achieve their full potential!

Mr. Alex

Mr. Alexwas born and raised all his life in the United States, where he graduated from university with a Bachelor’s in History. He has been teaching ESL for many years to many students in places like the US, China, Thailand and Hong Kong! Alex is always motivated to create an amazing experience and great English lessons for his students!

Mr. Alex

Ms. Amy is from Dublin, the capital of Ireland. She obtained her bachelor’s degree is General Science and specialized in Chemistry. Ms. Amy loves to travel and try on different cuisines. She enjoys teaching young children and looking forward to join the Monkey Tree team.

Ms. Amy

Ms. Anaya is from the United Kingdom. She graduated with a bachelor's degree in Psychology from the University of Swansea. She competed her TEFL in 2023. Her hobbies include hiking, drawing and travelling!

Ms. Anaya

After receiving his Bachelor of Arts at The University of Gloucestershire and his Master of Arts at Goldsmiths University in London, UK, for Creative & Life Writing, Andrew acquired a love of the English language and its utilization across many fields. After some tutoring classes, he moved over to Hong Kong to pursue a career in teaching. He wishes to use this creative side with his energy to make his lessons as effective as possible for his students.

Mr.Andrew

Anjuna is an English Teacher, Illustrator and Animator from England. She loves storytelling, travel, and reading books. She came to Hong Kong to discover more about Asia because she can speak some Japanese and can read Chinese Characters.

Anjuna

Mr Anthony is an enthusiastic and energetic teacher from Cape Town, South Africa. He enjoys skateboarding, surfing, riding motorcycles and making music. He completed his TEFL in 2021 and came to Hong Kong in 2022. He brings his huge amount of people skills and enthusiasm into the classroom.

Mr Anthony

Mr. Anton is from Cape Town, South Africa. He has experience teaching English in various settings such as schools and language centers. His approach to teaching emphasizes the ability to use English effectively in real-life situations. His classes are fun and engaging, and he loves helping students achieve their goals.

Mr. Anton

Mr. Kirchner is from Pretoria, South Africa and obtained his Honors degree in Graphic Design at the North-West University. He's creative by nature and always seeks new ways to make learning fun. His passion for art and helping others excel in life is what led him to Monkey Tree. He built up experience working with various age groups as a facilitator hosting camps for team building, leadership and sporting events.

Mr. Kirchner

Ms. Arum hails from South Africa and is a Middle Eastern Dance teacher who loves new adventures. She has a Master's degree in Drama in Education and Performance. Teaching is truly a passion for her as she loves to act, dance and sing. She also enjoys yoga and loves to perform.

Ms. Arum

Mr. Sallie is an English teacher from South Africa, he aims to create a learning environment that is fun and conducive to learning. He enjoys exploring and enjoying new experiences.

Mr. Sallie

Mr. Ashley is from Pietermaritzburg, South Africa. He loves sports, soccer in particular, so much so that his abilities earned him a full academic and sporting scholarship. In his spare time, Mr. Ashley enjoys reading and watching podcasts. 

Mr. Ashley

Mr. Ben is from South Africa. He completed his Bachelor’s Degree in Education from the University of Cape Town. Some of his hobbies include farming, DIY, and video games.

Mr. Ben

Miss Bianca is a South African from a small seaside town called Knysna. She enjoys creative activities and loves helping people, this led to her wanting to help children express themselves in English and other creative ways.

Miss Bianca

Miss Blaine is a native English speaker from Cape Town, South Africa. She has obtained a Bachelor of International Studies as well as a Bachelor of Laws at Stellenbosch University. She is a kind and caring individual with a great passion for seeing her students excel. Upon completion of her TEFL course, Hong Kong was her next step. She enjoys long hikes, playing rugby and singing.

Miss Blaine

Mr. Brett is a passionate teacher from London, England, where he grew up in a large family with 6 siblings. He has a degree in Business and Finance, and is a certified TEFL teacher. Mr. Brett's biggest passion is music, and he plays the piano and the guitar. Mr. Brett has a patient and kind nature and loves to help his students grow in confidence and ability.

Mr. Brett

Mr. Brian is from Atlanta in the USA. After finishing his Bachelor's Degree, he moved to Germany where he taught ESL to young learners. He now teaches here in Hong Kong, where he enjoys meeting new people, trying exciting food, and exploring the big city.

Mr. Brian

Mr. Brian grew up in Southern California. Before coming to Hong Kong, he spent 2 years teaching in Shenzhen. Mr. Brian loves the outdoors and sports, especially rugby!

Mr. Brian

Miss Bronwyn is from South Africa. She graduated with a Bachelor's of Law degree from the University of South Africa. She completed two TEFL courses. Her hobbies are watching series, reading and travelling. She enjoys meeting new people and learning about different cultures.

Miss Bronwyn

Ms. Caitlyn is from Australia. She completed her studies in Macau and has a bachelor degree in business as well as a TEFL certificate. She has a passion for business, dancing, and teaching. Ms. Caitlyn is very excited to be joining the Monkey Tree team.

Ms. Caitlyn

Mr Cameron loves teaching English and has taught in China, South Africa, Thailand, Russia and Vietnam. His favourite colour is green and favourite animal is a tiger. Outside the classroom, he enjoys the seaside, reading, researching, technology and sunsets.

Mr Cameron

Miss Candace is an enthusiastic, bubbly teacher who comes from South Africa. She approaches teaching with an enjoyable, interactive way that allows children to learn while they have fun. Candace finished her degree with a major in Art and Drama and loves to create artistic new ways of teaching. She interacts with kids in a kind and hands-on approach. Candace is excited for her new journey with the kids and all the new and wonderful things teaching in Hong Kong has to offer.

Miss Candace

Ms. Cara is from Cape Town, South Africa. She completed a Bachelor of Commerce Degree in Business Marketing. Cara enjoys the outdoors and is passionate about helping others. She looks forward to bringing excitement and passion to the classroom.

Ms. Cara

Miss Engelbrecht is from South Africa and graduated from the University of Pretoria. She enjoys writing poems and baking. Miss Engelbrecht decided to come to Hong Kong, to experience the culture, people and food. She’s really looking forward to staying in Hong Kong and teaching here.

Ms. Carissa

Mrs Carla is from Cape Town South Africa. She earned her Bachelor's degree in Drama and Theatre Studies at Stellenbosch University. After completing her degree, she managed an aftercare whilst completing her TEFL. She loves singing, making music and all things creative. She also loves teaching English and cannot wait to meet you!

Ms. Carla

Mr. Caro grew up in Upington, South Africa, obtained his Bachelor of Commerce degree in Economics and Risk Management from the North West University of Potchefstroom in 2019,. He spent a few years working in the finance and investment industry, before realizing that he still wants to see more of the world. He decided to move to Macau, to teach young kids English with passion.

Mr. Caro

Ms Catherine is a friendly 25 years old teacher from Johannesburg, South Africa. Ms Catherine attended the University of Pretoria and completed her undergraduate and postgraduate degree in Visual Studies. She loves to travel and have always wished to experience different cultures. This encouraged her to become TEFL qualified, allowing her the incredible opportunity of exploring Hong Kong whilst teaching English.

Ms. Catherine

Miss Catriona is from Scotland and has recently graduated with an MA English Literature and Creative Writing degree. She hopes to inspire and encourage young children to learn English in an exciting and positive environment.

Miss Catriona

Mr. Charl is from South Africa. He has previously been a volunteer teacher for special needs children at public schools. He has also been a supplementary tutor for university students. After graduating with a degree in psychology and sociology, he decided to focus on teaching English as a second language to young students.

Mr. Charl

Ms Charlotte is from Port Elizabeth, South Africa. She has her degree in teaching and is extremely passionate about what she does. She enjoys to make children laugh and to have fun. She enjoys shopping, sushi and sunsets.

Ms Charlotte

Ms. Chelsea studied a bachelor’s degree in Sociology in the United States. She worked at an ESL learning center near her while studying in university. She is passionate about showing young students that language learning can be fun and rewarding. She strongly believes that her friendly and realistic approach will allow students to feel comfortable and have fun while learning naturally.

Ms. Chelsea

Ms Lily is from Manchester, United Kingdom. She graduated with a degree in Business Management and has a TEFL certificate. Ms Lily is passionate about teaching English and she is looking forward to creating an enjoyable environment for her students. Her hobbies include reading, shopping, and traveling. Ms Lily is looking forward to a great time at Monkey Tree.

Ms. Lily

Mr. Chris is a South African English teacher with a bachelor’s degree in Psychology, he studied through Pearson Institute of Higher Education and graduated with Honours. He worked as a Student Registered Counsellor and went on to become a Registered Counsellor in South Africa in 2020. During his time as a Student Registered Counsellor, he gave psychoeducational workshops to children of various ages as well as seminars to his peers and the lecturer staff on mental health management. This experience ignited a passion for teaching.

Mr. Chris

Mr. Christiaan is from Bloemfontein, South Africa. He graduated with a bachelor’s in Communication arts and also completed his honours degree in Advanced Corporate Communications. He is a very warm and friendly individual who loves exploring different cultures and music.

Mr.Christiaan

Mr. Chris is from Sydney, Australia. He has a PhD in science. He has taught undergraduate science labs and after several years of academic research decided he wanted a change. Monkey tree was the perfect fit for him to grow his teaching ability. In his free time, he enjoys reading and baking.

Mr. Chris

Miss Christie is from the UK; she completed her BA degree in management and shortly after her TEFL certificate. Her hobbies are exploring and trying new foods she likes to stay active. Christie enjoys games and making learning fun.

Miss Christie

Ms Christine is an energetic teacher who comes from South Africa. She has a master’s degree in Biological Sciences and has come to Hong Kong to teach English to learners at Monkey Tree. Both Ms. Christine's mom and sister are teachers in South Africa and in the Netherlands. Ms. Christine enjoys teaching children and loves to encourage learners by making lessons fun. By making lessons fun, Ms. Christine believes the child's memory of the lesson content is improved.

Ms. Christine

Mr. Christo is from Cape Town, South Africa. He has a degree in human movement science and sport coaching. He also completed his post graduate certificate in education and his TEFL course. He loves spending time outdoor and being active.

Mr. Christo

Mr. Chris is from Scotland. After finishing his Bachelor's degree, he moved to Hong Kong to follow his passion to teach English to young learners. He now enjoys exploring new places, meeting people and going on adventures!

Mr. Chris

Mr. Christopher, hailing from a diverse culinary background, has seamlessly woven his culinary expertise into the fabric of English education. Initially drawn to tutoring part-time, he discovered his true passion for teaching English. Christopher now brings a flavorful blend of language to the classroom, inspiring students with a unique and engaging approach to literature and language.

Mr. Christopher

Mr. Chun is from Manchester in the United Kingdom. He studied art and design at the University of Worcester. Mr. Chun had been teaching project-based learning as well as English in Beijing for 5 years before relocating to Hong Kong, where he's looking forward to meeting his new friends at Monkey Tree!

Mr. Chun

Ms Clarissa was born and raised in England and has lived in London for past 7 years. She obtained her Bachelor's degree in Photography at Middlesex University, London in 2014. Ms Clarissa worked as an Forensic support worker before completing her TEFL training and moving to Hong Kong. She enjoys swimming and exploring. She looks forward to be a part of Monkey Tree.

Ms. Clarissa

Mr. Clayton is an Education graduate from South Africa, with a specialization in English. He enjoys football, fitness and reading philosophy in his spare time. 

Mr. Clayton

Ms. Cresta is from South Africa. She has been teaching children for over 4 years. Ms. Cresta loves exploring new places and learning about other cultures. She is very passionate about helping her students reach their full potential.

Ms. Cresta

Mr. Dale is from Durban, South Africa. After completing his BA degree in Creative Writing, he decided to complete a TEFL course in order to embark on a new journey in which he could be immersed in different cultures while helping others along the way. Mr. Dale loves sport and adventure and can often be found playing golf, hiking or exploring everything that nature has to offer.

Mr. Dale

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Daniel Goddard

Mr. Daniel is from the UK. He has been living in Hong Kong for three years now. He has a kind heart and is very passionate about educating children. He is a singer, songwriter and loves helping children become more confident. He enjoys hiking and doing outdoor activities. Prior to moving to Hong Kong, Mr. Daniel worked in playgroups and nurseries in England.

Mr. Daniel

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Miss Danni

Ms. Zhang, from Qujing in Yunnan, attained Mandarin certificate, has a rich experience in dubbing. She is cheerful, humorous, and she is good at getting along with children.

Ms. Zhang (Mandarin)

Mr. Darryn is from South Africa where he completed a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from the University of South Africa. After working in the aviation and boiler industries, he decided to pursue a career in teaching. He completed his TEFL course and looks forward to studying further in the field of education. He is excited to be teaching in Hong Kong and cannot wait to explore! Mr. Darryn enjoys travelling and loves all kinds of sports and music.

Mr. Darryn

Ms.Darya is from Kazakhstan, and she holds a BA and a MA in English Studies. She enjoys exploring the city and learning about its culture. She is interested in music and cinematography.

Ms.Darya

Mr. Damon is from Pretoria, South Africa. He has a Bachelor's degree in Motion Picture Medium. After teaching in Japan, he hopes to now explore Hong Kong and learn more about its language and culture. As a teacher, he loves to see children improve their English and deeply values helping them achieve their goals.

Mr. Damon

Ms Denise is originally from a small town outside Port Elizabeth in South Africa. She studied psychology and has a passion for working with young children. She is a hardworking and dedicated person and gives her all to her learners. She has worked as an online English teacher and after that she has taught at a school in South Africa.

Ms. Denise

Denise is from Johannesburg, South Africa. She studied Animal Health at the University of South Africa. She enjoys languages and teaching and has taught Ballroom Dancing for 10 years.

Denise

Mr. Deon is from Cape Town, South Africa. He obtained a Bachelor Degree of Commerce in Business Marketing in 2021 and completed his TEFL soon after. Mr Deon loves nature, going camping and hiking. He looks forward to bringing the same passion to teaching at Monkey Tree!

Mr. Deon

Mr. Divan was born and raised in South Africa. He studied at AFDA, a film and television college in Cape Town. He has an honours degree in writing and production management. Mr. Divan loves to run and write. He spends his free time with his family and friends.

Mr. Divan

Ms Diva studied marketing at University of Tasmania. She is fun, outgoing and loves to be around her young learners. She enjoys travelling, eating, being with her dog and kayaking! Every lesson could be a new adventure and assured fun with her.

Ms Diva

Mr. Edi is a TEFL-certified teacher from the United Kingdom. He holds a Master of Arts degree from the University of Glasgow, and he is deeply passionate about language teaching and working with young learners. In his spare time, Mr. Edi enjoys working out at the gym, watching movies, and hiking, and he has a fun and caring personality!

Mr. Edi

Mr. Eddie is from the United Kingdom and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Multimedia Design. With a desire to infuse creativity into the classroom, he aspires to make English learning a fun and interactive experience for his students. During his free time, he enjoys traveling and exploring new technologies.

Mr. Eddie

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Mr Edrich

Ms. Elaine finished her bachelor's degree in English Education with Honors in the Philippines, and not long after, she acquired her TESOL and CTEYL certifications. Currently, she is in the process of writing her master's degree thesis in English and Applied Linguistics. Her interests include cooking and spending time with nature. Ms. Elaine strongly believes that her creative and friendly approach to teaching the English language will allow students to have a learning environment that is comfortable and enjoyable.

Ms. Elaine

Ms. Ellie is from Derby in the UK. She completed a BA in History at Manchester Metropolitan University in 2018. Her passion for teaching and education started at a young age because of the great teachers she was lucky to have. Moving to work at Monkey Tree in Macau gives her the opportunity to progress in a field she has great passion for. Some of her interests include music and movies.

Ms. Ellie

Miss. Ellen is from South Africa and has always wanted to travel and experience different cultures and use her teaching degree aboard. She characterises herself as patient, empathetic and has a positive outlook on life. She enjoys teaching and helping her students grow.

Miss. Ellen

Ms. Roseanne is from Pretoria, South Africa. She graduated from the University of South Africa with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology Counselling. She has a passion for education and making an impact on the lives of her students. Ms. Roseanne enjoys outdoor adventures, reading, and being with friends and family. Ms. Roseanne is excited to teach and explore Hong Kong!

Ms. Roseanne

Ms. Elzahn is from Bloemfontein, South Africa. She obtained her degree from the University of the Free State. She loves taking care of and working with animals, especially dogs. For the past year she has been engaging with children at a daycare where she has spent time playing and educating young children. She is looking forward to having fun and teaching students.

Ms. Elzahn

Miss Emilia is from the Isle of Wight, England. She studied Criminology at The University of The West of England. Emilia enjoys reading, cooking and exploring the beaches of Hong Kong.

Miss Emilia

Mr Enslin is from cape town South Africa. He studied in Durban at UKZN where he obtained a bachelor's degree in BCom supply chain and economics. He is also a professional shower singer. He likes reading poetry and occasionally embarrasses the poetry world with his own poems. Lastly, he is looking forward to his time here at Monkey tree and influencing the children's mind in a positive manner.

Mr. Enslin

Ms. Esther was born in California, USA. She has a Bachelor’s of Science in Psychology, a PGDE in Early Childhood Education and a TESOL Certificate. She has taught in local phonics-focused bilingual kindergartens and sensory-based international preschools. When she is not in the classroom, she is in the supermarket, in a yoga class or doing something artsy. She hopes to bring joy and raise curiosity to all of her students.

Ms. Esther

Mr Ethan is an enthusiastic teacher from sunny South Africa. He employs a warm and gentle approach to his teaching practices, while making lessons as fun and interactive as possible. In his spare time, he enjoys cooking, yoga and spending quality time with loved ones.

Mr Ethan

Mr. Ethan is from sunny South Africa. He has obtained a Bachelor of Education Degree and has been teaching for over 5 years. He is excited to bring his experience into the classroom and to show his passion of learning to his students.

Mr. Ethan

Ms. Fazile is from Russia. Before starting her teaching career, she obtained a bachelor’s degree in English Literature. She began her career in China, then continued in Vietnam and recently has moved to explore Hong Kong. Ms. Fazile is looking forward to meeting and teaching her students at Monkey Tree!

Ms. Fazile

Mr. Francis is from a small old city called Canterbury in the southeast of the United Kingdom. He has a background in language education, having worked with asylum seekers in the UK with no prior experience of English. He has always had a passion for the learning and acquisition of languages.

Mr. Francis

Mr. Dominic is from Toronto, Canada. He has an honor’s bachelor’s degree in Sociology from York University and received his TEFL credentials at the University of Toronto. Passionate about teaching, Mr. Dominic values the importance of education for the next generation as he strives to provide excellent learning opportunities for his students at Monkey Tree.

Mr. Dominic

Mr. Sean obtained a Bachelor's in Business Management and has taught English at a local primary school for 2 years. He has always had a passion for nurturing students' learning and displays care. When Mr. Sean is not teaching, he enjoys playing sports, exploring nature, and watching movies.

Mr. Sean

Ms. Courtney is from Durban, South Africa. She completed her postgraduate degree in Commerce and then found her way to teaching soon after. She is proud to be a part of Monkey Tree and believes that knowledge is power. Her passions include educating young minds and nurturing their love for the English language. She keeps her classes engaging and motivating with tons of fun activities.

Ms. Courtney

Mr. Grant is from Cape Town, South Africa. He specialized in the Architecture sector for many years. He also graduated from the University of Stellenbosch in Environmental and Development Science's. He was afforded an opportunity for a teaching position in Hong Kong. He found it exciting to appreciate new cultures and saw this as a great mechanism to add value in enriching and shaping young minds.

Mr. Grant

Mr Matthew comes from Cape Town, South Africa. He studied Film and Video Production and has worked as a Video Editor, Content Producer and Director for Lifestyle Television. Last year, Mr Matthew completed a degree in Photography and his TEFL training. He is excited to be living in Hong Kong and looks forward to helping all his students reach their full potential.

Mr. Matthew

Mr. Pedro obtained a bachelor’s degree in jazz drums in Portugal and a master´s degree at the Royal College of Music in Stockholm. The extensive amount of time devoted to the study of languages led him to become fluent in English, Portuguese, Spanish, and Swedish. After having taught drums for more than 10 years, Mr. Pedro decided to expand his teaching skills by becoming certified in teaching English to speakers of other languages (CertTESOL) at English for Asia in Hong Kong

Mr. Pedro

Ms. Heaven is from Chicago, Illinois, USA. She obtained a Bachelor's Degree in English Literature and Sociology before continuing to study Sociology during her Master's program. Ms. Heaven enjoys reading, crafts and anime. She is very excited to see all of what Hong Kong has to offer!

Ms. Heaven

Ms. Humna was born and raised in Pakistan. She obtained her bachelor’s degree in Psychology. With an interest in developmental psychology, she opted for teaching younger kids and help them in personal, social, and emotional growth along with the academic growth.

Ms. Humna

Ms. Ikra is an energetic and friendly teacher. Ms. Ikra studied and obtained a Higher Diploma in Early Childhood Education. She is passionate about teaching young minds and is willing to give her best in everything.

Ms. Ikra

Mr. JT is from Groblersdal, South Africa. He obtained a Bachelors in Law in 2019 and completed his TEFL soon after that with the intent of working abroad. Mr. JT loves being outdoors and doing thing like hiking and camping. He is also very fond of martial arts. He looks forward to bringing his experience and passion to the classroom!

Mr. JT

Mr. James is from South Africa. He studied Industrial Design at the University of Johannesburg. He is a very active and outgoing person. He loves sports, and adventure. He cannot wait to hike and travel around Hong Kong while teaching the minds of the future.

Mr. James

Mr. Jan comes from South Africa and studied Archaeology and Anthropology at the University of South Africa. He has a passion for history and culture and wants to experience the subtle nuances that makes a culture unique.

Mr. Jan

Mr. Jason is from Cape Town, South Africa. He studied a Bachelor’s degree in Sports Science and has a TEFL certificate. He has experience working with children at a high school and as a sports coach. He loves being outdoors, traveling and playing sports. He wants to make learning fun and engaging for the students.

Mr. Jason

Mr. Jeff is excited about teaching for Monkey Tree in Hong Kong! He has a B.A. in Speech Communication, a Trinity CertTESOL qualification, and experience as a TEFL teacher in several countries. In his spare time, he enjoys hiking and skateboarding.

Mr. Jeff

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Mr. Jeffrey

Miss Jess is born and raised in South Africa. She studied at Rhodes University in Makhanda. She has an honours degree in Psychology and Human Kinetics and Ergonomics. She likes to play sports and spend time with her family in her free time.

Miss Jess

Jimmy is from the United Kingdom and has his BA Degree in International Hospitality Business Management from England. He has a background in International Luxury 5-Star Hotel. Jimmy’s hobbies include reading, jogging, wines, restaurants and travelling.

Jimmy

Miss Joe is from South Africa and holds a Media and Film studies degree. She taught in South Africa for two years before coming to Hong Kong. Using her knowledge and teaching experience, she is keen to open the minds of the students she teaches. She enjoys new experiences and pushing herself outside her comfort zone.

Miss Joe

Ms. Joelle is a teacher from sunny South Africa. She has a diploma in Musical Theatre and Dance from Oak fields College. Her teaching career started when taught Drama at underprivileged schools after graduating. Thereafter, she performed in various children's theatre shows and her TV credits include live presenting, acting on a local series, and recently landing her first film. She is excited to explore Hong Kong and all its beautiful hiking trails, food, and culture.

Ms. Joelle

Johanna considers herself to be a citizen of the world. She has lived in both Georgia and Poland, and now Hong Kong is her new home. She loves the outdoors and being active and is very excited for this new adventure in her life.

Miss Johanna

Mr. John finished his Bachelor’s Degree at the City University of Hong Kong. He enjoys playing and watching rugby, going for hikes, and having a good conversation. John is excited to help his students build strong language skills, and develop good self-confidence.

Mr. John

Mr. Johnny, a distinguished academic, is a member of the American Psychology Association and the Psi Chi International Honor Society. Graduating magna cum laude showcases his commitment to excellence. With prior experience as the owner of a consulting firm in Puerto Rico, Mr. Johnny brings practical skills to the classroom, tailoring his lessons for an enriched, fun, and efficient learning experience.

Mr. Johnny

Miss Jordan is a qualified TEFL teacher from South Africa, who is passionate about teaching. In her spare time, she enjoys reading and various outdoor activities such as hiking. She is glad to be a part of the Monkey Tree team where she can help students to learn and grow!

Miss Jordan

Mr Jordan comes to us from Dallas, Texas USA. He has previously taught English in Yokohama, Japan and he enjoys teaching kids all about the English language. In his free time, Mr Jordan enjoys traveling, going to concerts and sporting events, and playing drums. Mr Jordan is happy, excited and optimistic about the future.

Mr. Jordan

Mr. Joe, originally from Birmingham (minus the accent) and with a Spanish twist, has been an ESL teacher for nearly 7 years. After graduating from Aberystwyth University, Wales, Joe went straight out to teach English in Beijing, China. Initially motivated by his constant desire to travel, Joe also became passionate about learning and education. One of his strongest points in the classroom is patience, something he attributes to supporting a terribly mediocre soccer team from his native city. Joe can often be found exploring the city or, most likely, eating. 

Mr. Joe

Mr. Joseph is from Bedfordshire, United Kingdom. He graduated from the University of Portsmouth with a Bachelor's degree in Journalism and Media Studies. After completing a TEFL course, he moved to Hong Kong where he taught in kindergartens for 3 years. He gained further experience while teaching at an English academy in Seoul, South Korea for 1 year.

Mr. Joseph

Mr. Josh studied a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology and history at Rhodes University. He completed his TEFL certificate and went on to be a private tutor for a year in English and History at a local high school. He enjoys travelling, reading and hiking in his spare time. Teaching is his passion and he takes pride in helping students improve.

Mr. Josh

Kagiso Mojalefa is a passionate teacher with a bachelor's degree in Information Management obtained from the University of Johannesburg, South Africa. He also has a 120 hours TEFL certificate. Kagiso is a very enthusiastic and goal driven individual with the positive passion for educating people from different ages and cultures. His hobbies include playing chess, swimming and participating variety of sports.

Kagiso

Ms. Katariina is from Helsinki, Finland. She has a Master’s Degree in Education. She is passionate about teaching young learners and is looking forward to teach all the little monkeys at Monkey Tree. Katariina likes to explore all the amazing things Hong Kong has to offer. She enjoys of hiking, sports, playing piano, meeting new people and good food.

Ms. Katariina

This is Ms. Nim and she has just finished her Bachelor’s degree in Aviation Management. She enjoys teaching tiny people very much and learns so much from it. She gets very happy when she sees so many cute little faces coming it to Monkey Tree every morning.

Ms. Nim

Keith was born and bred in the UK. After completing his masters in graphic design, he decided to move to Hong Kong to pursue a career in teaching. Keith is very energetic and passionate as he would like to bring his art and creative side to the classroom to make the lessons more interesting.

Keith

Ms. Kelly is from the United Kingdom. She graduated with a degree in English Language and Linguistics at the University of Leeds. In her spare time, she enjoys reading books from different genres. She is excited to provide quality teaching to young learners and improve their English abilities.

Ms. Kelly

Miss Kerry is from the UK. She graduated from the University of Birmingham with a degree in International Relations and she completed the TEFL qualification in the UK. She enjoys travelling, meeting new people and trying new food.

Miss Kerry

Mr. Kieran studied psychology and education at Nottingham Trent University. Prior to moving to Hong Kong, he worked in a nursery in the UK and a summer camp in America as a windsurfing counsellor/lifeguard. He loves to travel and enjoys learning about different cultures.

Mr. Kieran

Ms. Kimberly is from Maryland in the United States. She received a Bachelor's degree in History. Ms. Kimberly enjoys trying new food, travelling to new places, and going to the movies.

Ms.Kimberly

Ms. Kirstin was born and raised in Cape Town, South Africa and studied at the University of the Western Cape. Her eagerness to travel and growing passion for teaching encouraged her to complete her TEFL course. She has a love for sports, sightseeing, eating good food and meeting new people.

Ms. Kirstin

Ms. Kristie is twenty-five-year-old from Cambridge, England. She studied animation at Sheffield Hallam University and graduated in 2016. Ms. Kristie has moved to Hong Kong to explore the culture and travel more.

Ms. Kristie

Ms. Lakeesia studied at the University of Kwa-Zulu Natal and obtained a Bachelor of Social Science, with majors in Management and Psychology. She always dreamt of traveling; she is looking forward to exploring the great Hong Kong whilst teaching English. She enjoys scrap-booking and crafts.

Ms. Lakeesia

Lazelle is a friendly and fun teacher with a teaching degree from Stellenbosch University South Africa. Lazelle also obtained a Post Graduate Certificate in Education and an Honours degree in English Studies. Lazelle is excited to further develop her passion for teaching here in Hong Kong. In her free time, she loves listening to music and reading.

Ms. Lazelle

Miss Leandi is a teacher from South Africa who loves animals and learning about the people around her. She has a degree in English Creative Writing and is passionate about exploring the world and pursuing knowledge. She admires the beauty of nature just as much as she enjoys losing herself in the pages of a good book.

Miss Leandi

Mr. Leon is a South African teacher who has taught abroad in Asia for 4 years. He is a creative and friendly educator who is passionate about expanding young learners' minds. He enjoys traveling and drawing during his off days and he is currently studying Cantonese.

Mr. Leon

Originating from sunny South Africa, Mr. Liam holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree specialising in Philosophy, Politics and Economics. In his spare time, he enjoys immersing himself in nature and travelling around the world, experiencing its many diverse cultures. With his passion for life-long learning, he looks forward to being able to empower students with language learning at Monkey Tree!

Mr. Liam

Mr. Liam is from Ontario in Canada. He has a bachelor’s degree in English Language and Literature and a TEFL certificate. Mr. Liam has been tutoring students of all ages in English since 2020. Besides teaching, he also loves playing the flute, singing folk songs and telling stories.

Mr. Liam

Mr. Liam is BA social sciences graduate with majors in psychology and sociology. He is an enthusiastic and patient English teacher who loves creating a fun and interactive space for his students to learn in. In his spare time, he enjoys cooking many different dishes from around the world and enjoys playing soccer.

Mr. Liam

Miss. Lianne is a Traveller, language lover and big-time foodie. She has lived in a few countries outside of her home country Jamaica but has never lost the desire to explore and see more. She fell in love with teaching in Japan and decided to continue. She loves teaching students about her culture. You can usually catch Miss. Lianne doing something musical or some serious martial arts in her free time.

Miss. Lianne

Mr. Lihle Nkula, better known as Mr. Li is from South Africa. He completed his undergraduate qualification in a bachelor of commerce majoring in financial management. Mr. Li then worked for Price Waterhouse & Coopers for 3 years, upon which he completed his TEFL course and moved to Hong Kong. Mr. Li is an eager teacher who brings a vibrant energy. His goal is to make sure all his students achieve their desired goals and progress through to their next classes. Outside of the classroom Mr. Li also plans on exploring Hong Kong and its cultural differences.

Mr.Li

Mr. Linda is a graduate from the University of Pretoria in South Africa. He holds a bachelor's degree in Business Management and a TEFL certificate. He is passionate about education and is enthusiastic about teaching the many young bright minds in Monkey Tree. He is a former footballer turned amateur pool player. He enjoys the outdoors and exploring new adventures.

Mr. Linda

Miss Lindi is a multi-talented individual who loves to explore various interests and hobbies. She is always seeking new experiences and challenges; whether it is diving into art, music, or adventure, she embraces every opportunity to learn and grow.

Miss Lindi

Ms. Loretta is from Hong Kong and studied a Bachelor of Arts in Women Gender Studies and Food Ftudies at the University of Toronto. She has been teaching young kids phonics during summer and she is very passionate about it. In her spare time, Ms. Loretta enjoys hiking, dancing, and exploring new cafes in Hong Kong.

Miss Loretta

Ms. Loryn is from a city called Port Elizabeth in South Africa. She has obtained a degree in Industrial and Organizational Psychology as well as a TEFL certificate. She has been teaching kids of all ages for five years and aims make English a fun educational experience.

Ms. Loryn

Mr. Lou is originally from Dundee, Scotland where he studied Textile Design. After getting his degree he volunteered at local charities and youth centers which involved taking children out on daytrips and getting them involved in art projects. Mr. Lou is very excited to be in Hong Kong where he can help his students improve upon their English skills.

Mr. Lou

Mr. Lo was born and raised in America. He has taught in Beijing, Bangkok, and Taipei. Mr. Lo is pursuing his Master’s in education. He enjoys training and teaching Brazilian jiu-jitsu in his free time.

Mr. Lo

Ms. Luiza was born in Brazil. She holds a Business Administration degree and is also a certified Master SCUBA Diving instructor. She aims are fostering self-esteem in children, transforming timidity into confidence, and teaching the value of character and integrity. She loves traveling, experiencing new cultures, and exploring marine life.

Ms. Luiza

Ms Luren comes from sunny South Africa and has a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources and Industrial Psychology. She decided to take on a new challenge and is really enjoying everything Hong Kong has to offer. Ms. Luren loves coffee, great food and spending time with friends. She used to do Rowing in school and still loves being outdoors. Her favorite place is being out in the bushveld seeing wild animals roaming free. Ms Luren has a passion for helping others and is looking forward to helping children reach their own goals.

Ms. Luren

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Miss Maria was born in Johannesburg, South Africa. She holds a bachelor's degree specializing in Interior Design and loves listening to music, discovering new places, and traveling the world. Miss Maria's goal is to create a fun environment for young children to learn English and to be their number one supporter in helping them achieve their goals. Miss Maria has always been young at heart and full of energy and she cannot wait to meet all her students.

Ms. Maria

Miss Mary is a friendly person from sunny South Africa. She is kind and cares a lot about other people. She has a passion for teaching and in her free time she likes to draw and read. She has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Graphic Design, as well as a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication Science. She is very excited to be in Hong Kong!

Miss Mary

Mr. Matthew comes from England. He has a Bachelor's degree in Nursing and is a registered nurse in the UK. Mr. Matthew has enjoyed being in Hong Kong, especially the food. He is patient and considerate and looks forward to teaching at Monkey Tree.

Mr. Matthew

Miss. Maxine who graduated with Honour’s in Communications and completed the TEFL Level 5 (180 hours) Certificate. She is a positive person with an enthusiastic outlook on life; she loves being outdoors, learning about new cultures and is a big foodie! Teaching is her passion, and student development is the goal. By achieving a positive impact on her students future, she already knows that she‘s winning at her job!

Miss Maxine

Ms. Megan is from South Africa and has an Honors Degree in Psychology with a focus on child development. Ms. Megan has taught students in South Africa, South Korea, China and now Hong Kong. Ms. Megan enjoys swimming and hiking. Ms. Megan is excited to help her students develop their English skills!

Ms. Megan

Mr. Ned is from Morocco. He received a bachelor’s degree in English studies. He moved to China where he taught ESL to young learners. Now he teaches here in Hong Kong. He looks forward to sharing his passion for teaching at Monkey Tree!

Mr. Ned

Ms. Michelle is a passionate and enthusiastic and she enjoys teaching young children. Before joining Monkey Tree, Ms. Michelle had experience in teaching Ukelele to young children. She also enjoys singing, listening to music, hiking and watching movies.

Ms. Michelle

Miss Bei has had experience in childcare centres, private tutoring and with playgroups. She really enjoys being around children in general because they give her so much joy and make her laugh. Miss Bei spends her free time practicing yoga!

Miss Bei

Mr. Gary grew up in Toronto, Canada. He completed his Bachelor of Science at the University of Toronto and has been teaching since 2017. After obtaining his TESOL certificate, he decided to take his passion for teaching to Hong Kong. He enjoys playing video games and reading adventurous novels, but above all, he loves a fun-filled and communicative class with children.

Mr. Gary

Ms. Nairah is from Johannesburg, South Africa, where she graduated with degrees in Commerce and Law. She has a passion for teaching and learning and spent three years at her university working as an academic tutor. Ms. Nairah is new to Hong Kong and likes to spend her free time travelling, learning about different cultures and trying new things.

Ms. Nairah

Miss Adeela has completed her Bachelor in Aviation and alongside gained a TEFL certificate. She is excited to start her career at Monkey Tree and she hopes to inspire young children through fun and play. She loves meeting new people and travelling to explore in her leisure time.

Miss Adeela

Natasha is from Cape Town, South Africa. She holds a Master in Public Health degree as well as a Bachelor of Arts (Psychology & History) degree and an Honours (History) degree. She enjoys traveling, meeting new people, music, dancing, having good conversations, writing when inspired and appreciates watching movies with well written storylines.

Natasha

Miss Natasha is of Persian descent, born in India and brought up in Hong Kong. She moved to London to complete her Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design with Marketing. While growing up, she watched her mum tutor kids, which ignited a passion in her for teaching as she always loved being with them. She hopes that her bubbly nature creates a fun learning environment for her students to enjoy being in, and to help achieve the goal of learning English.

Ms. Natasha

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Mr. Nick grew up in Canada. He loves exercising, eating and the outdoors.

Mr. Nick

Miss Nichole is from Cape Town, South Africa. She obtained a BTech in Nature Conservation. She discovered her love for teaching through Environmental Education. She loves baking/cooking, playing the guitar and bird watching.

Miss Nichole

Ms. Nicole Narainsamy is from South Africa, Durban. She is a qualified educator with a Bed Intermediate Phase Degree along with two teaching TEFL certificates. Ms. Nicole also has a CPR certificate and a professional health care certificate and she enjoys reading, watching horror movies and exploring new places.

Ms. Nicole

Before moving to Hong Kong, Ms. Nina was an English teacher in mainland China. She loves children and is passionate about English language teaching. In her spare time, she likes water sports, hiking and exploring new places.

Ms. Nina

Mr. Conrad is from Toronto, Canada. He studied Bachelor of Arts in English in 2022 and his TESOL certification. He is passionate about teaching and carries an enthusiastic attitude. In his spare time, he loves exploring all the different food options in Hong Kong, as well as trying new recipes in his spare time.

Mr. Conrad

Ms Pam was born and raised in Zimbabwe. She obtained her Bachelor's Degree in French, Politics and Legal Theory at Rhodes University in Grahamstown, South Africa. Ms Pam taught French at a pre-school in Harare and was a part of the communications personnel at a start-up company based in Harare, before she obtained her TEFL certificate. She enjoys reading and music, and she's excited to be a part of the Monkey Tree family.

Ms. Pam

Ms. Patricia studied Associate of Arts in media, culture and creative studies here in Hong Kong. She worked briefly in early learning centers then later on worked in a local kindergarten school as a Native English Teacher. She is passionate in showing students the enjoyment of learning English and strongly believes that her nature of being funny and approachable will help create a lively learning environment.

Ms. Patricia

Mr. Patrick is from the United Kingdom. He graduated from university with a BENG in mechanical engineering. After receiving his TEFL qualification, he jumped at the chance to come to Hong Kong and start a new career here. His interests include history, racing and travelling.

Mr. Patrick

Perry is from England and has been teaching for 13 years in countries including India, Ukraine, Spain and Egypt. He loves animals, playing music and exploring new places and finding new adventures. He believes that humour makes the world a better place and is hoping to one day learn the word platypus in Cantonese.

Perry

Mr. Peter is from Glasgow, Scotland. He obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Science, before studying Water Environments at the master’s level. Whilst studying, his passion to teach developed from undertaking garden workshops to coaching chess. In his free time, Mr. Peter enjoys hiking, rugby and is always seeking to try new foods and experiences. Mr. Peter is excited to further explore Hong Kong and share his enthusiasm for education.

Mr. Peter

Mr PJ was born in Namibia; he has completed his degree in accounting in 2015. He has received his TEFL certificate in June 2023. He believes in teamwork and helping each individual student grow to the best of their abilities. He is a very energetic, enthusiastic, and motivational teacher.

Mr PJ

Ms. Phoebe is from Toronto, Canada. She obtained her bachelor’s degree from McGill University studying Cognitive Science and Philosophy. Ms. Phoebe loves exploring the city, reading, baking, and trying new things.

Ms. Phoebe

Ms. Priyanka is friendly and fun Teacher from Nepal. She completed her associate degree in English in Professional Communication. In her spare time, she enjoys painting and exploring nature.

Ms. Priyanka

Ms. Q, is from Durban, South Africa. She has always had a love for kids, and therefore decided to persuade a career in Education. She has a bachelor 's degree in Intermediate Phase, as well as a TELF certificate. She enjoys being outdoors, playing board games and watching series. She is also currently studying Japanese.

Ms. Q

Miss Annie has three years of experience of teaching different level of students. She has worked with nursery kids, lower and upper primary students, as well as secondary students. She believes in fostering students' natural curiosity to drive learning and her aim is to help students to reach their academic goals.

Miss Annie

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Ms. Ramona

Mr. Randy is from Vancouver Canada. He has worked as a teacher in Japan, Vietnam and Hong Kong. (Hong is his favorite!). He enjoys exercising, staying healthy and engaging his students with fun games and activities to enhance learning. Randy is extremely excited to be back in Hong Kong!

Mr. Randy

Ms. Abi is from South Africa. She has three years of teaching experience in China and holds a Bachelor of Business Administration degree, as well as multiple teaching certifications from Cambridge University. Ms. Abi enjoys using multiple teaching techniques to make classes as engaging as possible, and strives to encourage her students to perform to the best of their abilities. In her spare time, Ms. Abi enjoys photography and learning new languages.

Ms. Abi

Ms René is from the small city of Port Elizabeth in South Africa. Miss René studied at Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University where she obtained her master's degree in criminal and labour law. Miss René spent a year teaching abroad in China, before coming to Hong Kong. Miss Rene's interests include traveling, learning foreign languages and reading.

Ms. René

Mr. Ricky is from South Africa; he studied at Stellenbosch University and successfully completed his Bachelors of Arts in Law and LLB postgraduate honours qualifications. He is a well-rounded, passionate and energetic individual. After completing his TEFL, he has shown great enthusiasm in uplifting his skills as a Native English Teacher paired with his already relative voluntary experience in Sunday School teaching experience. His hobbies are engaging in active sport, watching movies and reading.

Mr. Ricky

Mr. Robin is from the small city of Port Elizabeth South Africa. He has achieved a Bachelor's Degree in Cost and Management Accounting and also obtained a TEFL qualification. With the experience he has acquired teaching students of all ages, he aims to bring his passion and excitement for teaching to the classrooms of Monkey Tree.

Mr. Robin

Mr. Roelou is from Cape Town, South Africa. He studied for a bachelor in Commerce at the University of Stellenbosch. He is a gentle giant with a big heart who loves working with children. He is now TESOL certified and ready to give his best to ensure all his students receive the best English education possible.

Mr. Roelou

Mr. Ryan is from Cape Town, South Africa. He graduated with a bachelor commerce finance degree. He loves sports and doing anything that is fitness related! He chose Hong Kong as it is an amazing place for all the things he enjoys, especially teaching. He can’t wait to bring his own enthusiasm to Monkey Tree!

Mr. Ryan

Meet Sadia, a passionate and dedicated educator who truly believes in the transformative power of education. With previous experience working with children, Sadia has honed her skills in cultivating a positive and inclusive learning environment where every student feels valued and empowered. Sadia is committed to fostering critical thinking, creativity, and a lifelong love of learning with her students. Sadia is excited to inspire and guide the next generation of learners, equipping them with the necessary skills and confidence to thrive in an ever-changing world.

Miss Sadia

Mr. Sam obtained a bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science and Geography from Rhodes University, during his studies he also obtained his TEFL certification. After his studies, he worked in the agricultural sector and has since transitioned over to teaching English as a second language. Mr. Sam enjoys the outdoors and anything to do with nature and the ocean.

Mr. Sam

Ms. Sarah is an energetic and cuddly teacher who is very excited to meet her new students. She is of British descent, born and raised in Hong Kong and is passionate in helping her students find the joy of learning English. Her hobbies include reading novels, playing volleyball and enjoying mother nature.

Ms. Sarah

Mrs. Savanna is from Cape Town, South Africa. She studied a Bachelor’s degree in Foundation Phase Education and has a TEFL certificate. She has experience working with children at a primary school and being a private tutor. She loves being outdoors, traveling and playing sports. She wants to inspire children to love learning.

Mrs. Savanna

Ms. Savannah is a bachelor of science graduate from South Africa. She is passionate about teaching children and creating an inviting, enjoyable and effective learning environment for her students. Her interests include science, cooking, baking, and painting.

Ms. Savannah

Mr. Sean is from South Africa. He obtained his bachelor’s degree in Musical Theatre in 2011. He managed a children’s theatre where he developed a passion towards helping young children succeed in being all they can be. He wishes to bring that same passion to his English lessons at Monkey Tree and cannot wait to explore Hong Kong and to start teaching!

Mr. Sean

Mr. Sebastian is from Durban, South Africa. He obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree with distinction majoring in English and Psychology. He enjoys hiking, music and photography and is excited to see the many sights and opportunities this beautiful city offers!

Mr.Sebastian

Mr. Shiney is from South Africa and graduated with a Bachelor of Education degree. After teaching for 6 years, he decided to apply at Monkey Tree so that he can broaden his knowledge through his passion and love for educating young children. He enjoys singing in his free time and is eager to include this into his lessons. He is excited to meet new people, learn about different cultures and explore Hong Kong. Mr. Shiney was thrilled when he was accepted for a teaching position and cannot wait to bring his liveliness and talent into the classroom.

Mr. Shiney

Ms. Shannon was born in Hong Kong but moved to Macau when she was little and lived there until she finished her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology at the University of Macau. After graduating, she realized she wanted to teach children and obtained her TESOL training. She has now moved back to Hong Kong to pursue a career in education and is looking forward to teaching at Monkey Tree.

Ms. Shannon

Ms Shardale was born and raised in Durban, South Africa. She has been travelling since the age of 5 where she first began school in Texas, USA. She has her Bachelor's degree in English and Media Studies. She has worked as a news reporter, co-host and associate producer for MixFM in Johannesburg and even managed a restaurant for a while. However, the call for teaching was strong. She has been pushed by her family to always reach for greatness. Shardale loves working with all age groups of kids and first started in 2012 in South Korea followed by Vietnam in 2016 before coming to Macau in 2017. She is our current Head Teacher and has thrived off her great team at FCK making the very best of her time with Monkey Tree.

Ms. Shardale

Ms. Dee is from South Africa and holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree, as well as multiple teaching qualifications from Cambridge University. She previously taught in China and enjoys making the classroom a fun place to learn and to develop her students. In her spare time, she enjoys cooking different types of food as well as playing the drums.

Ms. Dee

Miss Somen completed her bachelors in Global Business Management here in Hong Kong. She has experience in tutoring students and has previously worked as a native English teacher at other learning centres and in a local kindergarten school. In her free time, she enjoys baking and trying out new recipes.

Miss Somen

Ms. Sophia is from California, USA and decided to move to Hong Kong to explore a new place and because her mother is originally from Hong Kong. She has taught English and Math in the US and greatly enjoyed it. She enjoys hiking, listening to music, reading, and exploring Hong Kong in her free time. 

Ms. Sophia

Ms Sophie is from the United Kingdom. She graduated from University of the Arts London with a bachelor’s degree in journalism. She obtains her TEFL qualification in 2017. Her hobbies include travelling, reading, swimming, meeting new people and good food. She is looking forward to start teaching at Monkey Tree!

Ms. Sophie

Miss Suzaan is from Cape Town, South Africa. After obtaining a Bachelor in Commerce and PGCE from the University of Stellenbosch she completed a TEFL certificate. Miss Suzaan is excited about experiencing the culture and cuisine in Hong Kong. She is passionate about teaching and hopes to make learning fun for all her students.

Miss Suzzan

Miss Sydney is a UJ Sport Psychology graduate with a passion for people. She loves sport and being outdoors. Some of her hobbies are; playing netball, watching basketball and coaching athletics.

Miss Sydney

Ms. Tamara is from Cape Town, South Africa. She obtained her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology as well as honor’s degree in Psychology at the University of the Western Cape. After graduating, she completed advanced TEFL training. Ms. Tamara has taught children in English and other subjects. In her spare time, she enjoys competing in strength sports such as powerlifting and strongman.

Ms. Tamara

Ms Tamin-Lee is from South Africa. She studied Law and is a qualified Legal Practitioner who found her passion to be in working with young children. She completed the TEFL courses and looks forward to teaching in Hong Kong and getting to know the culture.

Ms. Tamin-Lee

Ms. Tendai is a Zimbabwean native, who studied game development in Malaysia and graduated with a bachelor’s degree. Miss Tendai would make mobile games for all ages and posted them to the playstore, some of her published work include Achihera and Crozzle. Miss Tendai also enjoys, crafting, teaching, learning, travelling and mathematics. She is very happy that she can work at Monkey Tree!

Ms. Tendai

Miss Tessa is from South Africa. She is passionate about teaching and hopes to help her students express themselves and have fun in the English class with both her Languages degree and TEFL qualification. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, hiking, and reading.

Miss Tessa

Ms. Thaania is from Cape Town, South Africa. She obtained her Bachelor's degree majoring in Psychology and Linguistics at The University of the Western Cape and completed her TEFL soon after. She decided to move to Hong Kong to experience the culture and food as she loves trying new and different cuisine. In her free time, she enjoys travelling and visiting different restaurants all over Hong Kong.

Ms. Thaania

Mr. Thomas is a Native English Teacher from the United Kingdom. He studied political science and Western philosophy in Canada before pursuing a career in teaching. He believes teaching children is a privilege and strives to deliver the best education possible to the next generation of Hong Kong. In his free time, he enjoys playing basketball, gardening and reading.

Mr. Thomas

Mr. Thomas has been working as a teacher since 2019. He has taught young learners from Europe, Asia and the Middle East. He enjoys reading, travelling and meeting people from different cultures.

Mr. Thomas

Mr. Tim 自 1994 年以來一直從事兒童教學工作。在澳大利亞擔任整骨醫學博士 10 年後,他移居澳門,擔任新濠天地前常駐節目《水舞間》的雜技演員。他對教育充滿熱情,並利用自己的背景提供有趣、引人入勝和有趣的高水平英語教育。

Mr. Tim

Mr. Tristan is an English teacher from South Africa. He came to teach English in Hong Kong after completing his honour’s degree in Psychology. He enjoys exploring new places, cultures and foods. He enjoys playing sports such as football and basketball. Mr. Tristan has a passion for teaching young learners and helping them improve as much as they can.

Mr. Tristan

Mr. Carel is from Cape Town, South Africa. After he completed his Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Mr. Carel worked as the Training Coordinator and English Teacher for a hotel group in the Maldives. He decided to move to Hong Kong to explore a different side of the world and meet new people. He enjoys studying different languages and is currently fluent in five languages. Mr. Carel is passionate about teaching.

Mr. Carel

Vandy started teaching EFL English in May 2019 and when Hong Kong was easily accessible after COVID-19, she leapt at the chance to teach in this beautiful city.
She has fallen in love with teaching and is constantly amazed at how quickly and easily young learners absorb knowledge. Her favorite pastimes are any fitness activities and photography. When she has to stay indoors, she enjoys drawing or painting.
If she had to choose one goal for this year, she would want to instill a lifelong love for learning in all learners.

Vandy

Mr. Vansh really enjoys teaching English. He believes in building a special bond with his students by making the lessons as engaging as possible. He is very outgoing and likes to play a variety of sports.

Mr. Vansh

Mr. Vince was born and raised in Hong Kong. He graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree of Aviation Management in City University of Hong Kong. He has experienced teaching kids in sports related activities and is looking forward to sharing his experiences and excel their growth. During his free time, he loves playing sports to maintain a healthy lifestyle.

Mr. Vince

Mr. Vincent is from Leicestershire, England and moved to Hong Kong in 2019. He has a passion for teaching and inspiring children. He enjoys making learning fun and by using games to encourage friendly competition. Mr. Vincent loves snooker and bowling.

Mr. Vincent

Mr. Vuks is from South Africa. He has an Honours Degree in Media & Cultural Studies and has been teaching English as a foreign language for five years now. Mr. Vuks is a sports enthusiast and enjoys playing rugby, football, and doing Olympic weightlifting. He’s looking forward to making Hong Kong his home for the foreseeable future.

Mr Vukani

Mr. Pun was educated in England and has recently moved to Macau. He studied at Leeds Beckett University and since his graduation, he has worked as a chef, a graphics designer, and a swimming coach. He recently discovered his interest in teaching, and decided to expand his horizons through Monkey Tree.

Mr. Pun

Mr. Wayne is from Bloemfontein in South Africa. After finishing his Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, he did his TEFL course. He now teaches in Hong Kong where he enjoys hiking, trying exciting and exotic foods and exploring new hideaways in Hong Kong.

Mr. Wayne

Mr. Adam obtained a BA degree in Theatre Arts in the UK before looking to explore teaching. He worked in various social jobs, with the intention of making a move to teaching and travel. He has a deep interest in both language and culture which lead him to work with Monkey Tree in China. With a desire to experience more of the world Mr. Adam has moved to Hong Kong to continue his love of fun and engaging teaching.

Mr. Adam

Mr. William is a California native who studied his Bachelors of Fine Arts in Public Administration from SDSU California State University. He enjoys evoking mood and emotion using still-shooting photography in his storytelling.

Mr. William

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Mr. Angus

Ms. Irene is from the United Kingdom, where she graduated from Northumbria University. She has a passion for teaching and loves being with children. She is excited to motivate her students to learn English, as well as encourage them to listen and speak English with confidence. She enjoys cooking, being in nature and travelling to different countries.

Ms. Irene

Ms. May is a very enthusiastic and passionate teacher and is extremely excited to meet her new students. Before joining Monkey Tree, Ms. May has experience cheerleading, has won multiple awards and has even been on TV! She enjoys reading books, writing stories, traveling, singing & camping.

Ms. Xhndra

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Mr. Yasin

Mr. Yohanan obtained his degree in Secondary English Education and had been a shadow teacher at a school, he decided to join Monkey Tree so that he can expand his knowledge through his passion for educating young children. In his free time, he enjoys hiking with friends.

Mr. Yohanan

Miss Sabiya studied Early Childhood Education. She has five years of experience working with children. Ms. Sabiya enjoys painting and travelling. At Monkey Tree, she aims to create positive learning environments to help children achieve their English learning goals.

Ms.Sabiya

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