Experience

• East Carolina University

  Graduate Assistant

  -Advised faculty during summer study abroad program, leveraging prior study abroad experience
  -Translated daily communication for group of 20 U.S. students and faculty
  -Led group tours of cultural and historical landmarks
  -Substituted as instructor for lead professor’s “History of Japan and China” course
  -Assisted professor by developing lessons and instructing Japanese levels 2 and 4 classes frequently
  -Supported lead instructor during in-class group speaking and listening exercises and assessments
  -Tutored students bi-weekly via open and private tutoring sessions
  -Graded and revised student homework, quizzes, written assignments
  
  

• East Carolina University

  University Lecturer

  -Designed daily and monthly lesson plans while accommodating a dynamic classroom environment
  -Maintained accurate records of grades and attendance, accessible to students via online portal
  -Presented daily lectures and led conversational group exercises
  -Mentored students on study abroad opportunities and process
  -Supervised university’s largest club (600+ members) as faculty advisor
  -Coordinated activities and services for “Festival of Lanterns” cultural event as Board member
  

• Japan Exchange and Teaching Program(me) (JET)

  Assistant Language Teacher

  -Prepared daily lesson plans and materials for various grade year and class proficiency levels.
  -Engaged in solo and group teaching daily for high school and middle school classes.
  -Led English immersion activities on various week long field trips at multiple junior and high schools.
  -Established before and after school English conversation sessions for student practice.
  -Redesigned high school classes favoring English essay writing techniques for college entrance exams.
  -Participated in JET training seminars and workshops for English teaching skills development.
  -Attended extracurricular events to incorporate English language practice for students and teachers.