Miya Winn
Shinjuku,Tokyo
Summary
Adept at transforming challenges into achievements, I leveraged my document translation and cross-cultural communication skills at S.Soga & Co. to enhance client understanding and team productivity. My background in education with Interac, focusing on relationship building and innovative teaching strategies, led to significant improvements in instructional practices and student engagement. Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Translator
S.Soga & Co. Trademark and Patent
04.2014 - Current
- Translated legal documents from English to Japanese and vice versa.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining strict deadlines and attention to detail.
- Assisted non-native English-speaking colleagues with document editing, improving overall team productivity and communication quality.
- Enhanced communication between clients and non-English speakers by providing accurate translations in real-time conversations.
- Provided cultural input to speakers to help parties who did not speak similar languages communicate with and understand one another.
Teacher Trainer and Board of Education Liasion
Interac
03.2012 - 04.2014
- Evaluated the effectiveness of teacher training programs using data-driven assessments, leading to continuous improvements in instructional practices.
- Facilitated strong relationships between school administrators and teachers through open communication channels and collaborative problem-solving approaches.
- Expanded access to high-quality teaching resources by creating an online repository of lesson plans, assessment tools, and classroom management strategies.
- Enhanced professional development by conducting teacher training workshops and seminars.
- Mentored new teachers through coaching sessions and constructive feedback, fostering a supportive work environment.
Divisional Head Teacher
Interac
02.2010 - 02.2012
- Mentored junior teachers, sharing best practices and providing constructive feedback to improve their teaching techniques.
- Fostered a stimulating learning environment by maintaining well-organized and dynamic classroom spaces for daily use.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Increased overall student satisfaction by utilizing diverse teaching methods tailored to individual learning preferences.
- Improved student engagement by incorporating technology and real-world examples into lesson plans.
English as a Second Language Teacher
GLOVA Corporation
04.2006 - 03.2008
- Enhanced students'' language proficiency by utilizing diverse teaching methods and materials.
- Increased student confidence through regular feedback and personalized instruction.
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
Assistant Language Teacher
Interac Group Limitd
03.2000 - 03.2006
- Reinforced positive classroom behavior to maintain enjoyable classroom experience.
- Developed students'' language skills by implementing interactive and dynamic activities in the classroom.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively using proactive strategies to maintain a focused learning environment conducive to student growth and success.
- Team-taught lessons with Japanese English Teacher to provide varying teaching styles.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology And Anthropology/Japanese Studies
Earlham College
Richmond, IN, USA06.1997
Skills
- Document Translation
- Verbal and written communication
- Cross-cultural communication
- Cultural understanding
Certification
JLPT N2
Timeline
Translator
S.Soga & Co. Trademark and Patent
04.2014 - Current
Teacher Trainer and Board of Education Liasion
Interac
03.2012 - 04.2014
Divisional Head Teacher
Interac
02.2010 - 02.2012
English as a Second Language Teacher
GLOVA Corporation
04.2006 - 03.2008
Assistant Language Teacher
Interac Group Limitd
03.2000 - 03.2006
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology And Anthropology/Japanese Studies
Earlham College
JLPT N2
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