Thomas Wheeler
Daytona Beach,FL
Summary
Karate black belt with over 10 years of training and experience teaching and supervising children as a summer camp counselor. Also an amateur kickboxer. Seeking a martial arts instructor position where I can help students build technique, confidence, and discipline.
Overview
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1
Language
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Karate Instructor
The American School in Japan
Tokyo, Chofu
09.2019 - 09.2022
- Taught karate classes to students of varying ages and skill levels, focusing on discipline, technique, and personal development. Assisted in leading training sessions, demonstrating forms and sparring fundamentals while promoting respect, perseverance, and teamwork. Helped students build confidence and improve physical fitness in a structured martial arts environment.
Co-Founder
Edo-Expo
Tokyo, Setagaya-ku
04.2024 - 07.2025
- Start-up company based in Tokyo built on giving tourists an insight into life in the city through personalized private tours. EdoExpo has conducted business research on inbound tourist motivations and interviews with experts, alongside marketing itself and running several paid and unpaid tours. EdoExpo was originally built during the course SUPA: Introduction to Entrepreneurship, but has since scaled up to 8 tour guides.
Summer Camp Counselor
The American School in Japan
Tokyo, Chofu
07.2026 - 08.2026
- Led and supervised groups of elementary-aged campers during educational, recreational, and English-language activities.
- Supported and guided junior counselors while coordinating daily activities and maintaining an organized camp environment.
- Ensured camper safety and encouraged teamwork, participation, and positive communication.
- Worked with fellow counselors and staff to manage schedules, activities, and camper needs throughout the program.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Aeronautics
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Daytona Beach, FL04-2029
High School Diploma -
The American School in Japan
Tokyo, JP05-2025
Skills
- Business development
- Risk management
- Team leadership
- Problem-solving
- Clear communication
- Team leadership
Languages
Japanese
Native/ Bilingual
Accomplishments
- Eagle Scout - Boy Scouts of America
- Karate Black Belt
Timeline
Summer Camp Counselor
The American School in Japan
07.2026 - 08.2026
Co-Founder
Edo-Expo
04.2024 - 07.2025
Karate Instructor
The American School in Japan
09.2019 - 09.2022
Bachelor of Science - Aeronautics
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
High School Diploma -
The American School in Japan