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I'm really excited to share that I was selected as one of the winners of "Share Your Accomplishments for the first half of 2023!" I am proud of my accomplishments which you can read below. If you're so inclined, please take a look at my story below.
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[Entry to "Share Your Accomplishments for the first half of 2023!]
I take great pride in assisting numerous students in pursuing their specific goals, and I am thrilled to report that I have achieved incredibly positive and successful results. Among the diverse range of goals my students strive for, some include applying to international schools, securing jobs, passing Eiken or TOEIC exams, and participating in English speech and recitation contests.
One of my proudest moments this year, in 2023, was when my 14-year-old student won the first prize at an English recitation contest. The news filled me with overwhelming joy and elation. It was as if my student’s achievement was my own child’s success. I deeply care about my students and am committed to supporting them to the best of my abilities.
To ensure my student’s success, we dedicated countless hours to practice, focusing on aspects such as intonation, rhythm, gestures, facial expressions, and overall synchronization of the speech. The most amazing thing is that I helped her win two English Speech contests!
Surprisingly, my background as a professional actress in Hollywood has played a significant role in enhancing my ability to teach English. I had never anticipated that my acting skills would be so beneficial in an educational context.
Let me explain. The years of vocal training I received, including articulation, pronunciation, and vocal projection, have greatly contributed to my ability to perform English conversational dialogues during "Listening Lessons." I am able to emulate the CD recordings used in Eiken and TOEIC textbooks. Furthermore, when students shadow my reading, my pronunciation and reading skills reach a professional narrator level, serving as a prime example of proper intonation, pronunciation, and flow.
Moreover, my experience as an actress has honed my improvisational skills, which prove advantageous during "Role-play" lessons. I can effectively portray any given situation and guide the student in the desired direction within the scene.
In terms of my personal accomplishments over the past six months, I had the privilege of playing a role in a Canadian TV show.
Although I have worked on over 50 American TV shows and films, this is my first Canadian show since I’ve been here. The filming for six episodes has already taken place, and the post-production editing is currently underway. The show is scheduled to premiere on July 1st, 2023, and I am immensely excited about its upcoming broadcast.
Furthermore, thanks to a referral from a kind acquaintance, I was introduced to a new Talent Agency that has agreed to represent me as an actress. In the world of show business, an agent is indispensable for learning about auditions and the types of roles studios and producers are seeking. Having an agent is crucial for sustaining a successful acting career. Therefore, obtaining representation is a significant milestone for me.
With this new opportunity, I am thrilled to have more chances to audition for TV and film projects. Fortunately, my acting commitments only require me to work a few times a month, ensuring minimal interference with my primary career as an English teacher. I engage in acting on the side because it is both exciting and unpredictable. While the odds are often stacked against success, akin to winning the lottery, I am determined to give my best effort and avoid any regrets in the future.
I am genuinely enthusiastic about teaching English and simultaneously pursuing a challenging acting career. It is my goal to inspire and empower my students while continuing to explore and embrace the world of acting.
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Warmest regards,
Lady Ayame
(Patricia Ayame Thomson)
[Canadian TV Show Promotional Shot]
