Our Indonesian Teachers

In Jembatan Bahasa

All our Indonesian teachers are experienced teachers of Bahasa Indonesia as a foreign language, also known as BIPA. They are university graduates, certified and experienced in teaching BIPA. Most importantly, they are very passionate their job and ready to help master Indonesian language.

Our Proffesional Teachers

Guru Bahasa Inggris

Guru Ade A

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    Degree(s): Bachelor of Education (S.Pd.)

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    Cert.: Teaching BIPA from Badan Bahasa

Ade joined our team in 2019. Since then, she has been teaching English and Indonesian for foreign speakers to international and Indonesian students. Graduating from the Islamic University of Malang majoring in English Teaching, Ade has always been wanting to become a teacher. During her time at university, Ade taught Indonesian to international students who took part in the student exchange program. Right after graduation, she taught English at SMAN 7 Malang and English Café. In her spare time, Ade enjoys listening to music, cooking, and traveling.

Guru Bahasa Inggris

Guru Hana

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    Degree(s): Bachelor of Education (S.Pd.), Master of Education (M.Pd)

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    Cert.: Teaching Indonesian as Foreign Language (BIPA)

Hana earned her master’s degree in English education from Ganesha University of Education. She has been teaching Indonesian and English for foreign speakers at Jembatan Bahasa since 2019. Before joining our team, she worked as an Indonesian teacher to international learners at Cinta Bahasa for three years. She also has experience teaching English at her church and Bimbel Academia. Apart from teaching, Hana has work experience in hospitality sectors and management such as a waitress, team leader, personal assistant and area manager. In her spare time, Hana enjoys hiking, cycling, camping, and cooking

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Guru Sani

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    Degree(s): Bachelor Degree (S.Pd.)

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    Cert.: Teaching Indonesian as Foreign Language (BIPA)

During her study at Ganesha University of Education, Sani won debate competitions at the provincial level and was among the top 8 at the national level. After graduating, she worked at Study Abroad Indonesia for two years as an Indonesian teacher and advisor for international students. Then, she joined our team in 2019 to teach Indonesian and English to International and local students. When not teaching, Sani likes to spend her time traveling and trying new things.

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Guru Kadek

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    Degree(s): Bachelor of Education (S.Pd.)

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    Cert.: Teaching Indonesian as Foreign Language (BIPA)

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Guru Ayu J

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    Degree(s): Bachelor Education (S.Pd.), Master of Fine Arts (M.Hum.)

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    Cert.: Teaching Indonesian as Foreign Language (BIPA)

After completing her undergraduate English education at Mahasaraswati University Denpasar, Ayu taught English to Japanese students at Bali English School Jimbaran for a year. After completing her master’s degree majoring in Linguistics at Warmadewa University, she became a lecturer in English at Mahendradata University from 2018 to 2020. Ayu joined our team in 2020, since then, she has been teaching Indonesian and English for foreign speakers with various proficiency levels. In her spare time, Ayu spends her time listening to music, reading novels, and watching TV.

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Guru Devi

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    Degree(s): Bachelor of Education (S.Pd.)

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    Cert.: Teaching Indonesian as Foreign Language (BIPA)

Devi has six years of experience as a language teacher. She worked as a classroom teacher for international students at Green School Bali for four years. She also has two years of experience teaching English to local children at a language institution. Apart from JB English, Devi also teaches organic agriculture to international students at Astungkara Way. Regarding her educational background, Devi is a graduate of the Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Mahasaraswati University Denpasar with a major in English Education. In her spare time, Devi enjoys spending time with family and learning to cook.

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Guru Sebastian

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    Degree(s): Bachelor of English Literature (S.S.)

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    Cert.: Masters candidate in Translation, Teaching Indonesian as a foreign language (BIPA)

Sebastian graduated from Udayana University with a major in English Literature and is currently pursuing a master's degree in Translation Studies at the same university. Before joining Jembatan Bahasa, he worked part-time as an English teacher at Alfa Prima and as front office staff at the five-star hotel Grand Inna Bali Beach. He joined the team in July 2022 and has been teaching Indonesian and English to students at various levels. Outside of work, he enjoys playing the guitar and badminton.

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Guru Desy

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    Degree(s): Bachelor of Education (S.Pd.)

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    Cert.: Teaching Indonesian as Foreign Language (BIPA)

Desy had taught in an international school, Green School Bali, for three years before joining Jembatan Bahasa. She also had a teaching experience in organic farming to international students at the Astungkara Way. As for her education background, she graduated from the Faculty of Teaching and Training, Mahasaraswati University majoring in English Education. When not teaching, Desy loves watch Indonesian soap operas and taking care of her three children.

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Guru Shofi

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    Degree(s): Bachelor of Education (S.Pd.)

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    Cert.: Teaching Indonesian as Foreign Language (BIPA), author of "Brother" novel

Shofi is a teacher, a translator, and an author. She has been an English teacher since 2014, a freelance translator since 2013, and is the author of a novel titled "Brother". In addition that, she also had a three year experience of being a tour guide at Baluran National Park. As for her education, she graduated from the University of Jember majoring in English education. When not teaching, Shofi loves writing, reading novels, and watching YouTube videos.

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Guru Vian

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    Degree(s): Bachelor of Education (S.Pd.)

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    Cert.: Teacher Training by the Global Teacher, Teacher Recognition Award, Teaching Indonesian as a Foreign Language (BIPA)

After graduating from Christian Artha Wacana University, a private university located in Kupang, Viano dedicated himself to education by joining the Bali Children Foundation (BCF). He served as an English and science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) teacher for nearly five years, working with students across elementary, secondary, and high school levels on the island of Lembongan. During his time in BCF, he participated in various professional development programs in language teaching conducted by Australian and British training institutions. Viano joined us in early 2024 to teach English and Indonesian as a foreign language. Outside of work, Viano enjoys playing guitar, singing, and watching talk shows, movies, and football matches.