Makiko KatoNagoya, 愛知県 日本Qualified Native Japanese Teacher with 10 year's successful teaching experience and Master's degree
I hold an Educational degree from Nagoya University and a Master's in Translation from Monash University in Australia. For nine years, I successfully worked as a freelance translator. Later, I transitioned to teaching Japanese to English-speaking expats and their spouses for seven years.
When the pandemic hit, I effortlessly adapted to online-based teaching and have since taught numerous students across the globe. My students range from adults, university students, high schoolers, to middle schoolers.
I've had the pleasure of assisting numerous university students with their assignments, as well as preparing them for job interviews and speeches at an international student conference. I'm proud to say that most of these students have even passed the JLPT (Japanese-Language Proficiency Test) at levels N5, N4, and N3.
Meeting new people and teaching them is something that I truly enjoy. Creating a fun and positive atmosphere during my lessons is always my goal. I strive to build long-lasting relationships with my students, both as their teacher and as a friend. Even after they return to their home country, we stay connected through social media and continue to exchange messages with each other.
As an online tutor, I assist numerous students who are fond of Japanese culture, including anime, movies, and music and aspire to visit Japan someday. Although mastering the Japanese language can be challenging, I aid them in speaking fluently, recognizing Kanji, Hiragana, and Katakana characters, enhancing their reading skills, and nurturing their passion for Japanese culture for a lifetime.
