Stephen Donaldson Ellison
About Stephen Donaldson Ellison
Stephen Donaldson Ellison is an online English teacher with experience at italki and Cambly Inc., and previously worked as an English Second Language instructor in Spain and the UK. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Classical and Ancient Studies from Swansea University and has a diverse professional background in logistics and education.
Work at Cambly
Stephen Donaldson Ellison has been employed at Cambly Inc. as an Online English Teacher since 2020. He has accumulated four years of experience in this role, providing English language instruction to students in a remote setting. Cambly is known for its platform that connects English learners with native speakers for real-time conversation practice.
Current Role at italki
Since 2021, Stephen has worked as an Online English Teacher at italki. He has three years of experience in this position, where he engages with students globally to enhance their English language skills. italki is a well-regarded platform for language learning, offering personalized lessons with professional teachers.
Previous Experience in ESL Instruction
Before joining Cambly and italki, Stephen worked as an English Second Language Instructor at English in Action Spain from 2019 to 2020 for nine months. He also held a similar position at Samiad in 2019 for one month. These roles contributed to his expertise in teaching English as a second language.
Educational Background
Stephen studied at Preston College from 2007 to 2009, where he focused on Geology, History, and Photography. He later attended Swansea University from 2010 to 2013, earning a Bachelor of Arts in Classical and Ancient Studies. His educational background supports his diverse interests and teaching capabilities.
Professional Experience in Logistics
In addition to his teaching roles, Stephen has experience in logistics. He worked as an Outbound Logistics Planner at Steinhoff UK from 2014 to 2018 for four years. He currently serves as a Transport Planner at EV Cargo Solutions since 2021, where he has been employed for three years in Ashby-de-la-Zouch, England.