Ian Randall

Intensive English Language Institute
English Language Instructor
Kansai Gaidai University
Ian Randall Staff Photo

Originally from Belleville, Illinois, Ian Randall began working as a peer writing tutor while studying theatre at Columbia College Chicago. This amazing experience led him to an MA in Teaching English as a Second Language from Northeastern Illinois University, as well as teaching positions at various universities and language schools in Chicago. Prior to joining the IELI, Ian was a Global Teaching Fellow at Tokyo International University where he also worked as an assessment coordinator. He greatly enjoys using his background in theatre and storytelling to help students improve their language and communication skills. Outside of teaching, Ian enjoys the performing and visual arts, as well as cooking, traveling, reading, and listening to audiobooks and podcasts.