Patricia Lin
Jacksonville,Florida
Summary
Experienced educator specializing in English as a Second Language (ESL) instruction, preschool education, and reading development. Proven track record of enhancing language skills and literacy among diverse student populations. Strong ability to create engaging lesson plans that foster a positive learning environment. Committed to continuous professional development and effective teaching strategies.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
English Teacher
Kids Castle Cram School
01.2023
- Moved to Kaoshiung City to seek a full time job.
- Part time
English Teacher
Spring School
01.2018
- Boss fired me for no good reason so I filed a case against her and won the case.
English Teacher
North Sichuan Pre-School Teacher College
01.2018
- Due to school’s procrastination in applying for my work visa, I had to leave.
Substitute Teacher
Nassau County School Board
01.2017
- Moved back to Asia.
Pre-school Teacher
Chappel’s Childcare Center at FSCJ campus
01.2012
Grill Cooker
Wendy’s Fast Food Restaurant
02.2025 - 08.2025
- Since I didn’t have a car, this job was within walking distance from my home.
English Teacher
Winnie Pooh Cram School
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Moved to Kaoshiung City.
English Tutor
Chaingmai Educational Center (CEC)
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Moved back to Taiwan because of Covid-19.
English Teacher
Giraffe Cram School
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Changed from full time to part-time job.
English Teacher
Talk Talk English Center
01.2017 - 01.2018
Life insurance Agent
Liberty National
01.2016 - 01.2017
Life Insurance Agent
National Agents Alliance (NAA)
01.2015 - 01.2017
English Teacher
Cram Schools and Private Students
01.1998 - 01.2012
- Specific schools will be given upon request.
English Teacher
Cram School and Private Students
01.1996 - 01.1997
Education
Bachelor of Science Degree - Interdisciplinary Studies in Science
Excelsior College
Skills
- Over twenty five years in teaching and tutoring ESL to students of all ages and levels (mostly primary school aged students) in Asia
- Taught and prepared students to take exams in Taiwan such as GEPT (General English Proficiency ) exam, TOIEC, IELTS, and TOEFL exams in Taiwan
- Prepared syllabi, homework, quizzes and tests for students
- Evaluated, assessed, and gave feedback to students’ English progress and proficiency
- Taught ESL phonics, reading and writing
- Sub Teacher in substitute classes (in Florida, USA) such as reading, literature, music and art; math and algebra
- Guided and led rehearsals for students’ plays and holiday events and activities at cram schools in Taiwan
- Tutored specific ESL courses such as Botany, Astronomy and Ancient History to students in Thailand
- Mandarin Chinese Tutor for private students in Jacksonville, Florida, USA
- Languages: Native English speaker, Mandarin Chinese, Taiwanese and a little Spanish
Languages
English, Taiwanese, Mandarin Chinese ( a little Sp
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Elementary
AWARDS AND CERTIFICATES
Honor Society from Florida Junior College- now known as Florida State College of Jacksonville (Phi Theta Kappa). Elected to be in “Who’s Who Among American Junior College Students.”, Won first place in vocabulary and 3rd place in art in high school Latin Forum competitions., TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language ) Certificate- 120 hours, 45 hrs. Childcare Certificate., and a Health and Life Insurance Certificate.
Timeline
Grill Cooker
Wendy’s Fast Food Restaurant
02.2025 - 08.2025
English Teacher
Kids Castle Cram School
01.2023
English Teacher
Winnie Pooh Cram School
01.2021 - 01.2023
English Tutor
Chaingmai Educational Center (CEC)
01.2019 - 01.2020
English Teacher
Spring School
01.2018
English Teacher
North Sichuan Pre-School Teacher College
01.2018
English Teacher
Giraffe Cram School
01.2018 - 01.2019
Substitute Teacher
Nassau County School Board
01.2017
English Teacher
Talk Talk English Center
01.2017 - 01.2018
Life insurance Agent
Liberty National
01.2016 - 01.2017
Life Insurance Agent
National Agents Alliance (NAA)
01.2015 - 01.2017
Pre-school Teacher
Chappel’s Childcare Center at FSCJ campus
01.2012
English Teacher
Cram Schools and Private Students
01.1998 - 01.2012
English Teacher
Cram School and Private Students
01.1996 - 01.1997
Bachelor of Science Degree - Interdisciplinary Studies in Science
Excelsior College