Since my very early years I have lived in several countries (Poland, Indonesia, Australia, Spain), which enriched my knowledge and understanding of various parts of the world and their cultures. Despite being originally from Poland, the first language I learned to read and write in was English, therefore I feel like a native speaker. I broaden my horizons during numerous trips worldwide, with an especially big interest towards Australia, Africa and Southern Europe. I am a motivated, enthusiastic and kind person who feels very much in place among international colleagues. I am also very passionate about climate change and Australian nature, and I enjoy sharing my insights with others. My goal is to have a positive and real impact on the environment.

Zofia Rybkowska

Since my very early years I have lived in several countries (Poland, Indonesia, Australia, Spain), which enriched my knowledge and understanding of various parts of the world and their cultures. Despite being originally from Poland, the first language I learned to read and write in was English, therefore I feel like a native speaker. I broaden my horizons during numerous trips worldwide, with an especially big interest towards Australia, Africa and Southern Europe. I am a motivated, enthusiastic and kind person who feels very much in place among international colleagues. I am also very passionate about climate change and Australian nature, and I enjoy sharing my insights with others. My goal is to have a positive and real impact on the environment.

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Since my very early years I have lived in several countries (Poland, Indonesia, Australia, Spain), which enriched my knowledge and understanding of various parts of the world and their cultures. Despite being originally from Poland, the first language I learned to read and write in was English, therefore I feel like a native speaker.

I broaden my horizons during numerous trips worldwide, with an especially big interest towards Australia, Africa and Southern Europe. I am a motivated, enthusiastic and kind person who feels very much in place among international colleagues. I am also very passionate about climate change and Australian nature, and I enjoy sharing my insights with others. My goal is to have a positive and real impact on the environment.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

Polish
Fluent
English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Advanced
German
Intermediate

Work Experience

Swimming Instructor at Col Jones Swim Tempe
January 1, 2024 - Present
Instructing swimming techniques, monitoring safety, and providing personalized feedback to diverse learners in a dynamic aquatic environment.
Research Team Lead at One Tree Island Research Station (Great Barrier Reef, Australia)
January 1, 2024 - Present
Led a team researching the influence of habitat type and wave energy exposure on the abundance, distribution and diversity of sea cucumbers on One Tree Island.
Windsurfing Instructor / Front Desk Worker / Beach Assistant at ION CLUB Fuerteventura
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2022
Provided windsurfing instruction, guest assistance, and beach-side support; delivered high-quality customer service and safety oversight.
Geography Tutor at Self-employed / Local High School
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2020
Taught geography to high school students, reinforcing concepts and assisting with coursework.
Children’s Supervisor / Windsurfing Instructor / Kayak Instructor at CHRIS Turystyka i Rekreacja (Poland)
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2021
Supervised camps for children; instructed windsurfing and kayaking; led various sports activities.
Volunteer and Team Leader at Wielka Orkiestra Świątecznej Pomocy (WOŚP)
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2018
Volunteer and team leader collecting donations for the WOŚP charity.

Education

Graduate Diploma in Marine Science and Management at University of Sydney, Faculty of Science
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2025
Master’s degree in Economics of Tourism: Monitoring and Evaluation at Universitat de les Illes Balears, Faculty of Economy & Tourism
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2023
ERASMUS+ Exchange Program at Universidad de Huelva, Faculty of Experimental Science
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2021
Bachelor’s degree in Geography at University of Warsaw, Faculty of Geography and Regional Studies
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2021

Qualifications

Certified children’s supervisor
January 11, 2030 - March 16, 2026
Certified tour coordinator including a First Aid skillset
January 11, 2030 - March 16, 2026
First Aid certification
January 11, 2030 - March 16, 2026
ISC Open Water Diver
January 1, 2025 - March 16, 2026

Industry Experience

Education, Life Sciences, Professional Services, Travel & Hospitality, Media & Entertainment