Benjamin Coan
English Teacher
Niigata,15
Summary
Dynamic English educator with a proven track record at Happy Smile English, adept at fostering student motivation and enhancing reading comprehension through innovative lesson plans. Skilled in interactive learning and classroom support, I effectively engage diverse learners, ensuring their success in mastering English grammar and conversational skills.
Assisted Language Instructor with solid foundation in assisting English teaching. Provided comprehensive support to educators and contributed to development of engaging lesson plans. Demonstrated proficiency in classroom management and fostering a positive learning environment.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
English Teaching Assistant
Happy Smile Enlish
03.2010 - Current
- Teaching 1-year-old children to teenagers
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Increased student motivation by providing timely feedback and recognizing individual achievements.
- Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
- Created and implemented activities to foster critical thinking skills of students.
- Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
English as a Second Language Teacher
Art Lingual
01.2009 - Current
- Teaching children to adults
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Created new lesson plans based on course objectives.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and hands-on activities in lessons.
- Designed and implemented assessments to measure student progress in English language learning.
Kindergarten English Teacher
Kidsland
03.2018 - 02.2025
- Worked at kindergartens, introducing English to children in the form of songs, games and activities
- Gave one-on-one attention to each student while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Developed activities and integrated technology to diversify instruction.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices, creating a supportive teaching community.
- Boosted reading comprehension through the use of engaging literature, interactive read-alouds, and targeted skill-building exercises.
Education
BBA - International Marketing
University of Alberta
Edmonton 05.2001 -
Skills
Teaching strategies
Interactive learning
Student motivation
Educational research
Grammar instruction
Classroom support
Online teaching
English for specific purposes
Test preparation
Reading comprehension
Classroom rapport
Special needs support
Timeline
Kindergarten English Teacher
Kidsland
03.2018 - 02.2025
English Teaching Assistant
Happy Smile Enlish
03.2010 - Current
English as a Second Language Teacher
Art Lingual
01.2009 - Current
BBA - International Marketing
University of Alberta
05.2001 -