Profession: English Cafe Manager
English Language Instruction
I currently work in and manage an English cafe; our customers are able to practice English with me and other staff in a friendly, positive environment.
Instructor
English Language Instruction
I was an English instructor at a prestigious medical university for grade 1-4 students. Focus was on hospital communication, essay writing, and presentation skills.
Tutor at a large hospital
English Language Instruction
I worked for more than 10 years as a tutor for a group of respiratory specialists. Focus was on everyday conversation skills and practice, and presentation practice for international medical conferences.
Assistant Language Instructor
English Language Instruction
I worked for 7+ years in public elementary, junior high, senior high, and special needs schools as an Assistant Language Teacher on the JET (Japan Exchange and Teaching) Program and NET (Native English Teacher) Program.
Interests: My interests include walking for fitness, hiking, casual photography, meeting new people, gardening, and baking/making sweets.
Education: East Asian Studies
Writing and Journalism
Graduate-level studies on East Asian languages and cultures, with a focus on Japan.
Study abroad, Japanese language
Writing and Journalism
Part of my Graduate studies included a year of study abroad at Fukuoka University in Japan to study the Japanese language.
B.A English Literature
Writing and Journalism
Bachelor of Arts in English Literature.
Spoken Languages: английский (Native), японский (Fluent)
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