Dynamic elementary school teacher with expertise in classroom management, curriculum development, and educational technology. Proven ability to enhance student engagement and retention through innovative lesson planning and mentorship.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary School Teacher
Yokohama City Board of Education
Yokohama
09.2016 - 03.2024
Managed school’s grade books, advised staff on evaluation procedures, and liaised with county regarding student transfers; established comprehensive enrollment process.
Hosted advanced science curriculum seminars for neighboring school district teachers, improving lesson ideology beyond textbook standards.
Oversaw school’s English language program, revamped lesson plans for all grades and mentored staff on execution, boosting student confidence and retention.
Japan Overseas Cooperation Volunteer/Elementary School Teacher
JICA
Luweero
07.2014 - 07.2016
Instructed mathematics and science to Ugandan students’, coached public school teachers on improved methods of instruction; founded modernized teaching aids, syllabus, and increased faculty aptitude.
Mitigated refuse accumulation issues, solved lack of trash receptacles by re-purposing maize bags and educated community on appropriate disposal practices, motivating a cleaner campus.
Held training events for local teachers and international volunteers, demonstrated Japanese instructional approach to mathematics, shifting focus from formula memorization to interpretation.
Tutor Volunteer
Saitama University
Saitama
07.2009 - 03.2014
Oversaw team of volunteers, shift schedules, and drafted daily summary reports, posturing feedback and improvement goals for individual student development.
Taught Japanese to second language students, built lessons, assisted with studies, and conducted conversational exercises.
Organized post lesson learning games for multicultural students, facilitated communication among peers promoting exposure to diverse backgrounds and experiences.
Education
Bachelor of Education
Saitama University
Saitama, Japan
03-2014
Skills
classroom management
curriculum development
student assessment
educational technology
lesson planning
visual learning aids
problem solving
creative thinking
Cross-cultural communication
Timeline
Elementary School Teacher
Yokohama City Board of Education
09.2016 - 03.2024
Japan Overseas Cooperation Volunteer/Elementary School Teacher
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