Cerise Ota
Columbus,USA
Summary
Professional educator with strong background in early childhood education, specializing in fostering nurturing and engaging learning environment. Adept at creating and implementing creative lesson plans that cater to diverse learning styles. Known for effective communication, collaboration with colleagues, and adapting to evolving classroom needs. Skilled in classroom management, curriculum development, and promoting social and emotional growth in young learners.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kindergarten and First Grade Teacher
Tokyo International School Nakameguro
Tokyo, Japan
04.2017 - 06.2023
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles and abilities.
- Fostered a nurturing classroom environment promoting social, emotional, and academic growth.
- Implemented innovative teaching strategies enhancing student participation and comprehension.
- Collaborated with parents to support student progress and address individual needs effectively.
- Delivered structured lessons on readiness skills by emphasizing phonics, language skills, literature, and handwriting.
- Collaborated in planning, organizing and implementing instructional programs to facilitate academic, intellectual, and social development.
HR Associate and Substitute Teacher
Minerva Intelligence
Tokyo, Japan
01.2016 - 03.2017
- Promoted open communication channels between employees and management, addressing concerns proactively to maintain high morale levels within the organization.
- Enhanced employee satisfaction by implementing effective talent acquisition strategies.
- Managed employee relations issues, fostering a harmonious and inclusive workplace culture.
- Observed lessons and offered feedback to teachers in order to guide new and veteran teachers learning the new curriculum
First Grade Teacher
Tathva International School
Tokyo, Japan
04.2014 - 12.2015
- Mentored new teachers, offering guidance on curriculum implementation and classroom management strategies.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles, ensuring all students made progress towards academic goals.
- Assessed student progress regularly using formative assessments and modified instruction accordingly for optimal growth.
- Created and implemented a math curriculum based on Common Core standards
Education
Teacher Certification - Elementary Education
Moreland University
Washington, DC06.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Linguistics
Syracuse University
Syracuse, NY12.2009
Skills
- Group and individual instruction
- Inclusive education
- Lesson planning
- Student engagement
- Early reading
- Parent-teacher communication
- Positive reinforcement
- Japanese proficiency
- Multicultural education
Certification
Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics, Teaching Certification for Grades Pre-K through 6 (Connecticut), Teaching Certification for Grades 1 through 6 (Washington D.C.)
Experience
Taught English at Japanese elementary and junior high schools; Taught math lessons to all ages as part of my education studies while attending Syracuse University; Taught as a homeroom teacher for primary grade 1 in the Cambridge Curriculum; Taught algebra to high school students for Japanese study abroad students with the Tokyo Board of Education; Worked as a teacher and trainer at an eikaiwa (ESOL conversation) company, most recently taught kindergarten and elementary aged students at an international school
Languages
French; studied from 7th grade to 10th grade, current level: beginner
Japanese; studied throughout college career, current level: fluent
Korean; studied for 2 semesters in college, current level: beginner
American Sign Language; studied for one semester in college, current level: beginner
Interest and Activities
Clubs: (High School) Key Club, French Club, Orchestra (cello); College: Club Japan (Treasurer), Japan Student Association (Member), DDR Club (Secretary), Anime Club (member).
Timeline
Kindergarten and First Grade Teacher
Tokyo International School Nakameguro
04.2017 - 06.2023
HR Associate and Substitute Teacher
Minerva Intelligence
01.2016 - 03.2017
First Grade Teacher
Tathva International School
04.2014 - 12.2015
Teacher Certification - Elementary Education
Moreland University
Bachelor of Arts - Linguistics
Syracuse University