Award-Winning Japanese Tutors serving Santa Clara, CA

...and project manager in the media and entertainment industries, having worked in both the commercial and non-profit sectors. As a specialist in Japanese language and culture, Ive also spent more than twenty five years sharing my passion for learning with students of all ages. Im a graduate of both the University of Michigan and Japan Center for Michigan Universities in Shiga, Japan as well as a former elementary school Japanese language teacher and private tutor.

...bite-sized pieces, making them accessible and enjoyable. My goal as a tutor extends beyond improving grades; I aim to instill curiosity and confidence in my students. I strive to empower them with the tools they need to succeed academically and personally. I am excited to get to know my students, understand their needs, and help them thrive. Together, we can make learning an enjoyable and rewarding experience for us both. I look forward to meeting...

...editing (I've taken quite a few classes just on how to edit properly) and writing and I am well versed in MLA, APA, and Chicago style formats. I hope to be able to impart my knowledge, tips, and tricks with others through this platform. Learning can be interesting when you find the right way to approach something, or find a new way of looking at something. Some of my favorite things to do are read,...

...in all subjects or have a Japanese tutoring lesson. I have helped students in the past by helping them in Japanese and conducting lessons for them using Duolingo for them to follow. I also have made my own lesson based on student needs and fulfilling their learning experiences. I love to interact with students and get to know them and I know that I will make my lessons engaging for students to continuously want to...

...extracurricular translation. This past summer, I taught English at a high school in Hokkaido and once again lived with a host family. Language allows us to connect with people in new ways! That's why I teach Japanese with a focus on connection with other people in class conversations, groups, and exercises that emphasize speaking in addition to the passive skills necessary for learning a language. I am so excited to be a part of your...

...language skills, boost academic performance, and achieve personal and professional goals. My work has ranged from elementary and secondary education to executive and university-level instruction. I have published articles on bilingual education and in medicine. This academic background, combined with hands-on teaching experience, allows me to bridge theory and practice in a way that connects with students. What motivates me is seeing students grow in confidence and independence. I tailor each session to the learner's...

I am very versatile and have a background of teaching students from various backgrounds and on many different subjects. I have taught English abroad to five year old students, and have also worked with college students as a Teaching Assistant at the University of Hawaii while in graduate school. I am passionate about helping people grow and learn and looking forward to working with you!

...to master a language, I am excited to help you in your studies. I have been tutoring English for over two years and have been learning Japanese for six; knowing how vastly different these two languages are has given me a greater understanding on how to explain the grammar and cultural nuances between the two. My main objective in working with a student is to help make the learning process fun in order to motivate...

I've lived in the USA for 11 years. I'm from Tokyo, JAPAN. I've worked as a Graphic Designer. I've been in the art field for a long time. I can teach Japanese language/Photoshop/Illustrator/Drawing. I would like to help as much as possible. We will enjoy our class!

...students, I first test their level of proficiency, then ask what they would like to learn before the end of their teaching or tutoring sessions with me. I employ creative activities to engage my students and employ the use of educational videos for students to be given an understanding of the different aspects of Japanese culture. In my spare time, I love to attend choral performances (if any are occurring), lead the congregation by singing...