Anbi Yamamoto
Claremont
Summary
At Pomona College-Oldenborg Center, I excelled in mentoring students in Japanese, leveraging skills in language instruction and cultural event planning to enhance cross-cultural awareness. Spearheaded innovative curriculum development and organized impactful cultural events, demonstrating exceptional interpersonal communication and team collaboration.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Language Resident
Pomona College-Oldenborg Center
08.2023 - Current
I mentor and instruct students in the target language through various activities, including language tables, conversation classes, study breaks, and cultural events.
- Language tables are held every weekday, and I oversee the Japanese language table.
- Teaching Japanese conversation classes, which are at the intermediate and advanced levels, with sessions held twice a week. Additionally, I organize all activities related to these classes.
- Every Friday, I lead a beginner-level class focused on weekly review activities.
- For study breaks, I have organized events such as Takoyaki and Onigiri parties, magic shows, and more. Furthermore, I promote cultural activities that take place inside and outside the campus.
Swim Instructor
Konami Sports Club
05.2019 - 02.2023
- Taught daily swim instruction to students varying in ages and skill levels.
- Maintained CPR, First Aid, and lifeguard certifications to ensure preparedness for emergency situations during lessons.
- Improved swimmer confidence by providing consistent positive reinforcement and constructive feedback on technique.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Humanities
Kochi University
Kochi, Japan03-2023
Skills
- Language instruction
- Cultural event planning
- Curriculum development
- Student mentorship
- Interpersonal communication
- Cross-cultural awareness
- Time management
- Team collaboration
Affiliations
- Participated in triathlon from the age of 12 to 18.
- Vice president of the English Conversation Class when I was in high shool.
- Facilitator, Kochi IYEO (International Youth Exchange Organization), Kochi, Japan, 2021
Discussion about leadership, association management and how to create a program for Youth International Exchange Activities
- Facilitator, Kochi IYEO, Kochi, Japan, 2022
Youth Global and Local Leader Development Forum
- Interpreter, Training for Nikkei Communities (Brazil and Argentina), Kochi, Japan, 2022
- Interpreter, Training for Nikkei Communities (Brazil and Colombia) , Kochi, Japan, 2024
Accomplishments
- Special EPIC (English Program International Communication) Diploma
Certification
- The EIKEN Test in Practical English Proficiency, passed Grade 1
Languages
English
Professional
Japanese
Native/ Bilingual
Contact
Claremont, CA 91711
Education
Kochi City, Japan,other
Interests
- Yoga
- Adventure Travel
- Running
- Swmming
- Hiking
Timeline
Language Resident
Pomona College-Oldenborg Center
08.2023 - Current
Swim Instructor
Konami Sports Club
05.2019 - 02.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Humanities
Kochi University
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