Shiho Kariyama
Vancovuer,BC
Summary
Dedicated Japanese language instructor with a background in teaching diverse student populations. Specialize in developing innovative, personalized lesson plans designed to meet individual learner needs. Skills include fluency in Japanese, strong cultural knowledge, and competency in various teaching methodologies. Notable for creating engaging learning environments that enhance student motivation and comprehension of Japanese language and culture.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Online Japanese Tutor
Self-Employed
Vancouver, British Columbia
03.2022 - 12.2025
- Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions on Zoom focused on pronunciation, grammar, reading comprehension, writing skills, and conversational fluency.
- Created engaging activities to promote conversational practice.
- Developed lesson plans tailored to each student's needs, interests, and abilities.
- Utilized multimedia resources to enrich learning experiences.
Japanese Language Instructor
Modern Language
Vancouver, British Columbia
10.2012 - 01.2020
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse student groups.
- Encouraged a positive classroom atmosphere through active participation, collaboration, and respect between students.
- Utilized various instructional strategies including lectures, discussions, role-playing, simulations, projects.
- Evaluated student abilities to recommend optimal class placements
- Maintained a consistent return rate of students through engaging teaching methods.
- Use the Genki textbook series as a core teaching resource.
Japanese Language Instructor
Vancouver Academy of Japanese Culture
Vancovuer, BC
09.2009 - 06.2011
- Delivered engaging Japanese language classes to elementary students in grades 3 and 5.
- Planned and implemented age-appropriate lessons focused on student-centered learning.
- Prepared, administered, and graded tests to evaluate student progress effectively.
- Adapted curriculum content according to individual needs while staying within program objectives.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance and grades throughout the course duration.
Education
Japanese Language Instructor Training Program -
Yano Academy
Vancouver, BC12-2008
Administrative Assistant Diploma -
MTI Comunity College
Vancouver, BC09-2007
Bachelor’s Degree in Home Economics -
Kyoto Woman’s Junior College,
Kyoto, Japan03-1998
Skills
- Japanese language instruction (elementary to adult learners)
- Classroom teaching and one-on-one instruction
- Curriculum development and lesson planning
- Student assessment and placement evaluation
- Differentiated instruction for mixed-ability learners
References
References available upon request.
Instructional Resources & Methods
- Genki textbook series
- Communicative and interactive teaching approaches
- Culturally informed language instruction
Digital Tools
- Zoom (online instruction, screen sharing, interactive activities)
- Digital teaching material and worksheets
Timeline
Online Japanese Tutor
Self-Employed
03.2022 - 12.2025
Japanese Language Instructor
Modern Language
10.2012 - 01.2020
Japanese Language Instructor
Vancouver Academy of Japanese Culture
09.2009 - 06.2011
Japanese Language Instructor Training Program -
Yano Academy
Administrative Assistant Diploma -
MTI Comunity College
Bachelor’s Degree in Home Economics -
Kyoto Woman’s Junior College,