Our Start
My Open Passport Online Language School (MYOP) was founded by Marinella after she realized that many online language schools were very rigid and didn’t make each lesson unique to match the student.
She looked back on her language learning experience for Spanish and French and decided that she wanted to pass on her love of languages to others just like her past teachers passed on to her.
So she founded My Open Passport Online Language School in order to provide students unique lessons that fit their needs and goals.
Marinella picked My Open Passport as the name because she believes that languages help your world expand.
She believes that everyone should have this opportunity – for their world to be more open with their language passport.
Each class with My Open Passport Language School is different. We either spend time speaking or reading articles. It was a great way to practice!
Thank you My Open Passport Language School for introducing (our student) to English! She is very comfortable being around it!
My children always look forward to classes with MYOP, I never have to hurry them!
Tefl Certification
Marinella achieved her TEFL certification and started teaching English in Prague, Czechia in 2016.
Moving to Montreal
Marinella taught English and Spanish at the same time as learning French in Quebec, Canada since 2018.
Realization
Marinella wanted to spread the love of languages to others.
You Are here
Marinella created MYOP and now students are able to book custom classes for English or Spanish that fits their needs with skilled online teachers.
Our Head Spanish Teacher
Karla, Online English & Spanish Teacher
Karla is from Guadalajara, Mexico, the home of “Tequila” and “Mariachi.”
She has been teaching since 2015 where she teaches English at a private Elementary school. She really enjoys working with kids because she finds them fast learners with a fun perspective on life often laughing and playing.
Her past students say that she is a great listener!
Some Fun Facts about Karla
- She loves to take pictures during her free time
- She is a newborn photographer
- She loves dogs and has three now!
- She enjoys going to the movies
- She likes to read thriller books with her favorite author as John Katzenbach
- She loves to eat, specially sweet things
- Board games with family and friends are also very fun!
Karla’s Favorite Things
- Colors: Blue & Pink
- Animals: Dogs & Hummingbirds
- Food: Lasagna
- Sport: Crossfit!
Reflecting on our journey and welcoming new connections
We’ve had the privilege of collaborating with a diverse group of teachers from various backgrounds. It has been an honor to support them on their teaching journeys. As they move on to new opportunities, we wish them all the best in their future endeavors.
We invite you to reach out and share your goals and needs for your English or Spanish learning journey. Our team of gifted and qualified teachers is ready to help you achieve your language objectives. Contact us today to find the perfect match for your learning style and aspirations!
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About Marinella
The Beginning
Marinella started learning Spanish when she was in high school. Upon graduating, she went to Spain for 3 months to take Spanish immersion. After traveling for an additional 9 months, she started university.
Within her university time, she was able to study abroad in Argentina for 6 months where she had another Spanish immersion experience.
In 2016, she graduated with a Marketing and Fine Arts degree as well as a minor in Spanish.
Traveling
She proceeded to live in Europe for 1.5 years where she received her certification to teach English in Prague.
She taught adults as well as college students during her time in Czechia.
After, she traveled Asia for 6 months and then decided to move to Montreal, Canada to learn French.
Montreal, Canada
In 2018, Marinella enrolled in French immersion courses and soon developed conversational level in French. At the same time, she was teaching English to young children in Montreal in person until COVID.
With COVID-19, she transitioned to teaching young kids, teenagers, and adults English and Spanish online.
Current Day
Over the last 6 years, Marinella has taught 100s of students in group or individual classes, in person and online.
She continues to improve her French while maintaining her Spanish and looks forward to learning her 4th language in the future.
