Yukumi Kawashima
Elementary School Teacher (current Position)
Adachi-ku
Summary
Professional educator prepared to excel in creating supportive and effective learning environment. Demonstrated ability to collaborate with colleagues, support student growth, and adapt to changing educational needs. Skilled in fostering strong relationships with students and parents. Known for reliability, flexibility, and results-driven approach to supporting educational goals of the school.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
2013
2013
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Homeroom Teacher
Gyosei Kokusai Nagareyama Elementary School
04.2025 - Current
- Being in charge of a 6 grade class.
- Managing classroom resources effectively, ensuring materials are readily available for lesson implementation and student use.
- Collaborating with other teachers to create the better learning experience for students.
- Communicating frequently with parents to support students better growth and academic development.
Japanese teacher
Laurus International School, Tokyo
08.2024 - 03.2025
- Taught Japanese as a first language (2nd grade classes and 5th grade classes).
- Conducted research for teaching materials and lesson planning.
- Elevated students' reading and writing skills through targeted literacy instruction and individualized feedback on assignments.
Visiting Japanese instructor
Oberlin College, Ohio, the United States
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Taught beginner and intermediate Japanese classes (1 class: 8-20 students, 8 classes/week).
- Conducted research for teaching materials and lesson planning.
- Provided individual tutoring to students during office hours.
- Planned and facilitated Japanese conversation sessions.
- Boosted student confidence in speaking Japanese through engaging oral activities and consistent practice sessions.
- Organized extracurricular activities to foster deeper connections with the Japanese community and enhance overall learning experience.
Full-time English teacher
Sakura no Seibo Gakuin Elementary School, Fukushima
05.2019 - 03.2023
- Developed curriculum and instructional plans.
- Selected textbooks and supplementary materials.
- Conducted English lessons for kindergarten (ages 3-6) and grades 1-6 in elementary school.
- Designed and implemented assessments to measure student progress in English language learning.
- Provided coaching for proficiency test preparation.
- Organized and supervised club activities.
- Guided students in English picture book reading competitions.
- Wrote and directed English plays for cultural festivals.
Full-time Homeroom Teacher in Tsuga Elementary School
Public elementary schools, Chiba
04.2016 - 03.2018
- Worked as a homeroom teacher of 1st, 2nd, 4th, and 5th grade classes.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Managed classroom resources effectively, ensuring materials were readily available for lesson implementation and student use.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to foster an open and supportive school community.
- Organized extracurricular activities and clubs to enhance student engagement in the school community beyond academics.
- Maintained open lines of communication with families through regular conferences, newsletters, and phone calls.
Full-time homeroom teacher in Matsugaoka Elementary School
Public elementary schools, Chiba
04.2013 - 03.2016
- Being in charge of classes of 1st, 2nd, 4th, and 5th graders
- Teaching classes.
- Grading tests and assessments.
- Guidance in daily life skills.
- Handling disciplinary issues.
- Communicating with parents/guardians.
- Planning and organizing school events.
Education
Bachelor of Education -
CHIBA UNIVERSITY
Skills
Teamwork
Parent-teacher communication
Language acquisition
Classroom instruction
Motivating students
- Teaching license (Elementary)
- Teaching license (Junior high school, home economics and English)
- Teaching license (High school, home economics)
- TESOL, TECSOL certificates
- J-SHINE Elementary School English Instructor Certification
- TOEIC 880 (2021)
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Studied abroad in New Zealand (May 2018-April 2019)
Timeline
Homeroom Teacher
Gyosei Kokusai Nagareyama Elementary School
04.2025 - Current
Japanese teacher
Laurus International School, Tokyo
08.2024 - 03.2025
Visiting Japanese instructor
Oberlin College, Ohio, the United States
08.2023 - 05.2024
Full-time English teacher
Sakura no Seibo Gakuin Elementary School, Fukushima
05.2019 - 03.2023
Full-time Homeroom Teacher in Tsuga Elementary School
Public elementary schools, Chiba
04.2016 - 03.2018
Full-time homeroom teacher in Matsugaoka Elementary School
Public elementary schools, Chiba
04.2013 - 03.2016
Bachelor of Education -
CHIBA UNIVERSITY
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