Tomoko Shiine
Thirroul,NSW
Summary
Enthusiastic Japanese Language Teacher working to help students develop and maintain goal-oriented study habits for consistent academic success. Equally skilled at one-on-one and group lessons using adaptable teaching strategies for different types of learners. Accustomed to both in-person and online instruction for flexibility and multimedia integration to maximize lesson engagement.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification
Work History
Teacher of Japanese
Elonera Montessori School
06.2022 - Current
- Increased student comprehension by utilising variety of teaching methods tailored to individual learning styles.
- Enhanced cultural awareness among students through incorporation of Japanese history, art, and traditions in lessons.
- Promoted active learning by incorporating interactive activities such as role-plays, games, and group projects into lesson plans.
- Boosted student confidence in speaking Japanese by providing ample opportunities for oral practice during class sessions.
- Developed strong relationships with students, fostering positive learning environment conducive to academic success.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in language education and overall pedagogy.
Japanese Tutor
Tomoko Shiine
12.2020 - 12.2023
- Administered feedback to students using positive reinforcement techniques to encourage and build confidence.
- Implemented listening and questioning strategies to diagnose student needs and monitor progress.
- Developed student-specific tutoring plans in concert with teachers, parents, and administrators.
- Responded to after hours email and telephone requests to provide students assistance with specific questions.
- Managed schedule of 5-10 weekly appointments helping students with homework, test prep, and advanced placement examinations.
Japanese Language Teacher
The Illawarra Grammar School
01.2012 - 09.2020
- Provided positive and engaging learning experience for students, utilizing effective online tools, such as Quizziz, Quizlet and Memrise.
- Created and executed various assignments to prepare students for HSC and other formal examinations.
- Coordinated Japan Trip in 2017 and 2019 to visit two sister schools in Japan and other parts of Japan.
- Promoted various cultural activities in co-curricular activities, such as tea ceremony, Japanese calligraphy and Japanese cooking.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere and cultivating and maintaining good working relationship with colleagues.
Japanese Language Teacher
University Of Wollongong
03.2014 - 06.2020
- Provide lessons that was engaging and catering for students with various needs, including vision and hearing impairment and lesser developed cognitive abilities, as well as highly talented.
- Quickly learned new skills of online teaching during 2020 and applied them to tutorials immediately, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help students with various background, including overseas, whenever and wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Japanese Language Teacher
The Distance Education, NSW DET
07.2007 - 12.2008
- Offered friendly and efficient learning experience to students, handled challenging time management issues with ease.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Japanese Language Teacher
John Therry Catholic High School
02.2001 - 06.2007
- Provided engaging and effective learning experience for students, catering various needs and managing class successfully.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Organised Japanese cooking experience for students.
Japanese Language Teacher
St. Gregory's College
02.2000 - 01.2001
- Provided engaging and effective learning experience for students, catering various needs and managing classes successfully.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Organised Japanese cooking experience for students.
Education
Graduate Diploma in Education - Teaching Methods For Japanese And ESL
University of New South Wales
Sydney, NSW12.1999
Masters Degree in Environmental Studies - Environmental Studies
Macquarie University
Sydney, NSW01.1996
Bachelors Degree in International Studies - International Studies
Bunkyo University, Japan
Chigasaki City, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan03.1994
Skills
- Building Rapport and Trust with students and their parents/ guardians
- Clear Instruction and Communication with students and their parents/guardians as well as colleagues
- Exam Preparation and Advanced Grammar Knowledge
- Kanji, Hiragana and Katakana Teaching Methods and Mastery
- Online Teaching Experience
Certification
NESA accredited Teaching Qualification, NSW, Australia
Medical Interpreter, Association of Medical Interpretation, Japan
Timeline
Teacher of Japanese
Elonera Montessori School
06.2022 - Current
Japanese Tutor
Tomoko Shiine
12.2020 - 12.2023
Japanese Language Teacher
University Of Wollongong
03.2014 - 06.2020
Japanese Language Teacher
The Illawarra Grammar School
01.2012 - 09.2020
Japanese Language Teacher
The Distance Education, NSW DET
07.2007 - 12.2008
Japanese Language Teacher
John Therry Catholic High School
02.2001 - 06.2007
Japanese Language Teacher
St. Gregory's College
02.2000 - 01.2001
Graduate Diploma in Education - Teaching Methods For Japanese And ESL
University of New South Wales
Masters Degree in Environmental Studies - Environmental Studies
Macquarie University
Bachelors Degree in International Studies - International Studies
Bunkyo University, Japan
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