Sayaka M. - 10+ years Native Japanese/JLPT Tutor w/Master in Education.

Cal Tech Sayaka M. Tutors California Institute of Technology Students in Pasadena, CA
$69 / hr
Santee, CA
(1106)
10 miles Travel Radius
Online
I have 10+ years experience in Japanese tutoring. I am a Native Japanese with Master's Degree in Education & Counseling, and BA in Clinical Psychology. My students in the past were various age groups/communities, (Young children, School/College Students, Adult learners, Seniors and also for a company). It can be on 1-on-1 or in group settings. Study materials can be in a variety of forms - Textbooks, Video, Manga/Anime, song, flashcards etc as you prefer and depending on your learning styles...
Reviews
Sayaka-san helped give me a much greater understanding than I was able to get by studying on my own. I appreciate the extra context she provided and her helpfulness answering all my weirdly specific questions. She was also a great conversation partner and helped me improve my speaking skills.
- Brandon S. from Bellevue, WA
My 13-year-old son loves his Japanese lessons with Sayaka! As a native speaker, she is obviously knowledgeable but also great at making lessons engaging and fun. He says she is very encouraging and kind, and he always comes away from his lessons feeling energized and motivated.
- Molly K. from Seattle, WA
She is so kind and explains everything in such good detail without making things complicated. My favorite part is her lessons are customized for each student so our lesson was based on my goals and learning style. She is a very adaptable teacher and shows a lot of passion for teaching Japanese!
- Rene S. from Boaz, AL
She is so kind and explains everything in such good detail without making things complicated. My favorite part is her lessons are customized for each student so our lesson was based on my goals and learning style. She is a very adaptable teacher and shows a lot of passion for teaching Japanese!
- Rene S. from Boaz, AL
Sayaka is patient and great tutor for Japanese She prepared good enough information to start for teaching , I am feeling confident on her teaching ability and reach my goal after certain period to speak in Japanese and write , read in Japanese
- Ivan W. from Woodbury, NY
Sayaka is a fabulous teacher! She's supportive and kind, as well as knowledgable. She's the perfect fit for college or high school students, too. She has really helped boost my confidence in my ability to speak Japanese.
- Anonymous A. from Jarbidge, NV
I have studied with Sayaka for a couple months now before my trip to Japan. She is very flexible with lessons and is a nice balance of teaching what you want to learn along with teaching lessons more formally as she sees necessary. I have looked forward to our lessons each week and feel that I've been learning a lot in each session.
- Deborah S. from Arlington, VA
While I savaged her native tongue. She gave me pointers to take advantage of some online services to help me get better faster. She was very nice and listened to my goals and helped a great deal. Thanks Sayaka!
- Carl C. from Berkley, MI
I had my first class today and it was amazing. She is very kind and patient. We discussed the goals and developed a quick work plan. Looking forward to my next classes!
- Alejandra G. from Caguas, PR
Sayaka helped me edit my Japanese assignment at my level. She was very encouraging, I would not have been able to do it without her! I would recommend her as a tutor for anyone learning the language especially if you are using the GENKI textbooks!
- Audrey B. from Salt Lake City, UT
I could not say enough about the difference Sayaka makes in helping me learn Japanese and prep for JLPT. She first understood my way of learning and adjusted her teaching style and developed strategies to help me make so much progress. Thank you !
- Jay C. from Houston, TX
Sayaka has been tutoring my 9 year old daughter since last September. She has been a very inspiring teacher who keeps up my daughter?s interest in the subject and Japanese culture. We are very happy we found her!
- Elizaveta G. from Kingston, NY
Sayak is a very knowledgeable and engaging tutor. She brings in Cultural aspects of Japan during the lesson to keep my child engaged. She is not only learning how to read, write and speak Japanese, but learning about the culture.
- Kim I. from Phoenix, AZ
Sayaka is a great teacher she not only teaches Japanese language but also culture. She is teaching me greetings and Hiragana. Does a wonderful job. She helps me understand the flow of the language.
- Sandy S. from Cincinnati, OH
She is quite willing to work with an old fellow who has a very disorganized background in Japanese, and help him figure out to reach his goal of relative fluency.
- Alden J. from Oakland, CA
Sayaka is always incredibly fun to wirk with. She is very kind and very knowledgeable. It?s great to work through the book with a native speaker to coach me , practice conversation with, and even learn some more colloquial aspects of the language.
- Ben V. from Plano, TX
Sayaka, was wonderful! Sayaka was more than equipped while working with my young child. My child enjoyed the lesson and is excited for dozens more. Sayaka was a wonderful choice! Sayaka, thank you!
- Cierra B. from Kansas City, MO
This is my third consecutive week learning Nihingo. I went from simple greetings to building sentences . Who knew Japanese would be so addicting! Mrs. Sayaka is really patient & goes out of her ways to help. She?s knowledgeable about Japan ,the culture , traditions , and anime ! Mrs. Sayaka has helped expand my Japanese in such a short amount of time . Every lesson is full is educational, fun and full of laughs. As your student I look forward to mastering nihingo . Arigato Sayaka sensei.
- Norberto S. from Waukegan, IL
Sayaka ?? Is very nice and fun to work with. It feels like I'm learning from a friend rather than just another teacher! I really look forward to our next sessions!
- william j. from Salinas, CA
My daughter and her friend enjoy having classes with Sayaka. She is knowledgeable and kind with teenagers:) She also taught them about the culture and Japaneese food. Overall the kids are very happy with their class and each week they are learning fun exciting stuff!
- Claire K. from Oak Park, CA
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