Stephen

I am a native English speaker with a PhD in Psychology. I have a background working with neurodivergent and neurotypical children, in childcare, behavioral specialized services, and both private and school-based education. I would describe my work as Immersive English Teaching, where exposure to the English language occurs naturally through play and adventure, preventing the acquisition of the language from feeling like homework.

Hobbies I've developed through working with children have been:

• Music - my masters degree in music composition has helped me find ways to bring music into the lives of children, meeting them at their competency and having fun, while educating and expanding their skills as a part of the jam.

• Parkour - all kids love jumping around and I've learned some safe and exciting ways to bring it to the next level.

• Arts & Crafts - I started a degree in modern art, helping me help children realize their creative goals.

• Magic - Having worked with magicians, I've learned a variety of magic tricks.

• Chess - I enjoy playing and teaching chess. I often play blindfolded to make it more fair to younger players.

• Climbing - Having been to a variety of indoor climbing centers in Vienna, I am able to belay kids and help them face their fears, safely getting to the tops of walls, rocks, and trees.

• Swimming - I've been to the majority of the pools in Vienna with children of a variety of levels of water competence.

• Scavenger Hunts - I prepare riddles and puzzles, especially for children's birthday parties and special events tailored to their strengths and abilities.

Working with kids privately and in groups, I'm happy to give your kids unforgettable experiences and adventures while subtly sneaking in education.