Steve G.
- Lakeville, MN 55044 ( 20.2 mi )
- Experienced Japanese Tutor
- Male Age 33
- Member since: 05/2015
- Will travel up to 20 miles
- Rates from $39 to $40 /hr
-
On-line
In-Home
In-Group
- Also Tutors: Spanish
Japanese is one of my top subjects! I have studied Japanese for five years, graduating with a minor at Winona State University. I have traveled to Japan twice: once for a two-week travel study in Tokyo in May 2012, and then I returned to Tokyo for a study abroad in 2013. While abroad, I spent a lot of time learning the Japanese language inside out, using it as much as possible wherever I could and writing down notes such as new vocabulary, grammar points, and cultural habits that were unfamiliar to me. Furthermore, I attended class for the most advanced foreign Japanese speakers at Toyo University, and was selected to write and perform a formal speech in Japanese on behalf of my peers. These days, I regularly study my Japanese materials and assist students at WSU who are studying the language. I also have lots of contacts from Japan with whom I frequently practice Japanese.
I am a passionate and outgoing individual. I love making connections with people and helping them learn in a way that's fun and interactive. I expect students to be focused on the material they are learning, but I will also find ways to make the learning experience relatable and enjoyable. One of the ways I plan to accomplish this is by sharing my experiences while abroad in Tokyo. Based on real-world situations, the students will be expected to practice speaking and writing in Japanese. I typically have materials prepared beforehand, and depending on the student's needs or desires, I can plan something to accomodate them. I am very flexible and willing to help. I have a lot of patience and understanding. I am also encouraging and find ways to help students in areas where they struggle.
I have always been interested in Japanese language and culture since I was in middle school. I e ... read more
