Dylan Jekels

Dylan Jekels is an experienced English Language Teacher at Berlitz Japan, focusing on delivering culturally sensitive lessons tailored to the needs of students. Prior to this role, Dylan served as a Localization Specialist at NTT Solmare, translating extensive comic content from Japanese to English. In the Japan Exchange and Teaching Program(me) (JET), Dylan worked as an Assistant Language Teacher, designing seminars for Japanese educators and teaching English at various schools. Previous roles include Visitor Services Associate at Wrightwood 659, where Dylan engaged visitors with knowledge of artist Ai Weiwei, and multiple preceptor positions at Macalester College, supporting students in writing and research related to Asian art and geography. Dylan’s professional journey also includes an internship at the Japanese Culture Center, where branding and community outreach were key responsibilities, along with early career work as an Animator with After School Matters, recognized for award-winning animation. Dylan Jekels holds a Bachelor of Arts in Art History from Macalester College and studied Japanese Language and Culture at Doshisha University.