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Mayumi Tayake

Bellevue,WA

Summary

Professional educator equipped to foster academic growth. Skilled in personalized teaching, curriculum development, and fostering supportive learning environment. Strong focus on collaboration and adaptability, ensuring effective teamwork and goal achievement. Known for patience, communication skills, and ability to engage students of varying abilities.

Experienced with creating customized educational plans to meet diverse student needs. Utilizes innovative teaching strategies to foster deep understanding of subjects. Track record of building strong student relationships and improving academic performance.

Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.

Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Private Teacher

Self
01.2004 - Current
  • Increased student engagement by designing interactive lessons that incorporated visual aids, hands-on activities, and real-world examples.
  • Improved student comprehension by utilizing various teaching methods and adapting instructional materials to address diverse learning styles.
  • Developed strong rapport with students, fostering a positive learning environment where all individuals felt supported and valued.
  • Promoted critical thinking skills in students through regular practice of problem-solving exercises and analytical discussions during class time.
  • Boosted academic achievement by providing one-on-one tutoring and support for struggling students.
  • Assessed student performance using both formative and summative evaluations, adjusting instruction accordingly to optimize progress.

Instructor

Grays Harbor College
09.2013 - 09.2014
  • Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
  • Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
  • Boosted student performance by providing individualized support and targeted feedback.
  • Initiated new learning methods, eliminating instructional gaps and improving comprehension.
  • Tested and evaluated students on materials presented in workshops and classes.
  • Increased student motivation by developing engaging lesson plans that catered to various learning styles.

Teaching Assistant

University of Washington
09.2009 - 05.2011
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively, creating a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic success.
  • Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
  • Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
  • Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
  • Collaborated with fellow teaching assistants to create a consistent and supportive learning environment for students.
  • Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.

Teaching Assistant

Florida State University
09.2004 - 05.2006
  • Evaluated student performance through regular assessments, tracking progress and adjusting instructional strategies as needed.
  • Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions for struggling students, leading to increased understanding and improved grades.
  • Assisted the lead teacher in developing comprehensive lesson plans tailored to individual student needs and abilities.
  • Conducted research for academic projects, contributing to advancement of departmental goals.

Education

Doctor of Musical Arts, DMA - Piano

University of Washington
Seattle, WA
06-2004

Master of Music, MM - Piano

Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL
06-2002

Bachelor of Music, BM - Piano

Manhattan School of Music
Manhattan, NY
06-2001

Skills

  • Organization
  • Instructional strategies
  • Feedback provision
  • Classroom management
  • Lesson planning
  • Student-centered learning
  • Learning strategies
  • Assigning and grading work
  • Student records management
  • FLUENT IN Japanese and English
  • Student assessment
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Differentiated instruction

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Japanese
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Instructor

Grays Harbor College
09.2013 - 09.2014

Teaching Assistant

University of Washington
09.2009 - 05.2011

Teaching Assistant

Florida State University
09.2004 - 05.2006

Private Teacher

Self
01.2004 - Current

Doctor of Musical Arts, DMA - Piano

University of Washington

Master of Music, MM - Piano

Florida State University

Bachelor of Music, BM - Piano

Manhattan School of Music