Rachel Patterson

Background

About Rachel Patterson

Language learning is my zen. I'm passionate about the way we learn and use language to communicate and understand one another. With over 8 years of experience teaching English as a second or foreign language, and ten years of studying Japanese, I've developed a deep fascination for the tool that faciliates human connection, successful communication Assistant Academic Director - Assists managing the academic affairs of the first-year study abroad program - Liaises between administrative staff and instructors to ensure quality control - Guides and supports new ESL teachers while fostering strong team rapport, helping them to successfully integrate into the school community - Assists in organizing placement tests, midterm and final examinations, collecting and reporting results to students and the university - Collects and maintains the student records, ensuring that the university is compliant with all relevant regulations - Develops and implements supplementary curriculum for the study abroad program with specific focus on assessing speaking and pragmatic skills - Creates lesson plans and materials for academic English, ensuring the curriculum meets rigorous program standards - Facilitates teacher training and professional development - Conducts lesson observations, and provides feedback on lesson implementation and teaching techniques - Continuously seeks out professional development opportunities to improve teaching skills and stay up-to-date on best practices in ESL instruction - Collaborates with other teachers and school staff to create a welcoming and inclusive learning environment for ESL students English Language Instructor - Teaches academic, conversational, and business English to Japanese university students ranging from CEFR A2 to B2 level - Creates and implements student-centered lesson plans using communicative activities incorporating a variety of learning styles - Assesses student progress, and provides detailed feedback to students and the university administration - Creates and maintains a positive learning environment for all students in both in-person and online lessons - Utilizes technology and online resources to enhance student learning and engagement - Demonstrates strong classroom management skills, fostering a positive and productive learning environment