Jason Isbell
@jasonisbell
Experienced international educator specializing in English and social studies.
ThailandWhat I'm looking for
I am an experienced international educator with a strong foundation in English language instruction and secondary social studies. I hold a Juris Doctorate and a TEFL Diploma, and I have taught across Asia and the United States in varied classroom and online settings.
Currently I teach Social Studies for grades seven and eight and serve as a grade seven homeroom teacher while sharing responsibility for scout activities at an international school in Bangkok. I also teach online English courses for a global language provider.
Previously I led curriculum development and delivered TOEFL/IELTS and business English programs in China, coached extracurricular clubs such as volleyball and debate, and taught adult learners GED preparation and personal budgeting in Portland, OR.
I focus on student-centered instruction, curriculum development, and language assessment preparation, and I bring cross-cultural experience, adaptability, and a commitment to supporting diverse learners toward academic and language goals.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Homeroom Teacher
Ram. Advent Intl. School Bangkok
Jan 2024 - Present (2 years 5 months)
Teach Social Studies to grades 7–8, serve as grade seven homeroom teacher, and co-manage scout activities to support student development.
Online English Instructor
Wall Street English
Jan 2023 - Present (3 years 5 months)
Deliver online English courses to adult learners, focusing on communication skills and course progression to improve student language competency.
Adult Education Instructor
Catholic Social Services
Jan 2015 - Dec 2023 (8 years 11 months)
Taught English, GED preparation, and personal budgeting to migrant and non-traditional students, improving learners' academic readiness and financial literacy.
Homeroom Teacher
Kincaid International School Bangkok
Jan 2010 - Dec 2014 (4 years 11 months)
Taught English, Science, and History; coached volleyball and debate clubs; and provided IELTS tutoring through after-school private tuition.
Lead Teacher
World English
Jan 2004 - Dec 2010 (6 years 11 months)
Led Business and Academic English instruction, TOEFL/IELTS preparation, and directed curriculum development for Nantong and Hangzhou branches.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
The Boland School
TEFL Diploma, Teaching English as a Foreign Language
Completed a TEFL Diploma program at The Boland School in Brno, Czech Republic.
Florida State University College of Law
Juris Doctor, Law
Earned a Juris Doctor degree from Florida State University College of Law.
Florida State University
Bachelor of Arts, History
Completed a Bachelor of Arts degree in History at Florida State University.
Availability
Location
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