Hello! I'm David. I like training my muscles at the gym and training my mind at my desk. I grew up in Los Angeles, California, and have lived in both the mountains of Colorado and the desert of Arizona. Right now I am a PhD student at Sophia (上智) in Tokyo. My academic interests are Hokkaido, the Ainu, and the Matagi. I like visiting historic sites in Japan whenever I get the chance.
Meine Kreationen
Ich als Lehrkraft
I have experience tutoring new immigrants to the United States in reading and speaking English. I learned that motivated students plus a patient teacher can make language learning fun and effective. I am also an assistant teacher at Sophia. Connecting with students is an inspiring feeling!
Meine Stunden und mein Unterrichtsstil
I am passionate about weight lifting. The way to get stronger at the gym is hard work and consistency. I think learning is the same. So I mix the hard work of vocabulary and pronunciation drills with the fun tasks of speaking. Learning a language is not always easy, but it can be rewarding and exciting as well. I also customize my lessons depending on student needs. I can help with academic writing and correct or critique your term papers, help interpret a difficult textbook, enjoy free conversation, or introduce grammatical fundamentals. I can also help Japanese language learners by explaining concepts in their native language if necessary.
Mein Unterrichtsmaterial
Textdokumente
Bilddateien
Artikel und Nachrichten
Karteikarten
Testvorlagen und Beispiele
Zeugnisse
TEFL (160 Hours) - TEFL Fullcircle - 2020
Zertifikat verifiziert
Ausbildung
2018 - 2020
Master - HistoryArizona State University
2021 - 2024
Promotion - Global StudiesSophia UniversityJapanese Anthropology
2003 - 2009
Bachelor - Political ScienceColorado State University
Great teacher, very friendly and helpful. I feel more confident speaking English after our lessons. Highly recommend!
25. März 2026
Hakm
11 Englisch Unterrichtsstunden
David is an excellent teacher—clear, patient, and well-organized. He explains complex ideas in a simple way and always encourages questions. His lessons are practical and engaging, and I’ve made steady progress thanks to his guidance.
29. Jan. 2026
Hakm
11 Englisch Unterrichtsstunden
Always always helpful ☺️
26. Jan. 2026
Hakm
11 Englisch Unterrichtsstunden
Always the best ❤️
9. Feb. 2026
Fuka
1 Englisch Unterrichtsstunde
思っているより自分の英語力が低く申し訳ないなあと思いましたが、話す速度や単語の意味、しっかりと説明してくださりました。ありがとうございます。
I felt so sorry for my poor English skills.
But the slowly explained the words I didn’t understand.
I was sooo nervous but I was so fun:)
Thank you very much!
28. Jan. 2026
Hakm
11 Englisch Unterrichtsstunden
The lesson was very helpful and educational as always, I appreciate how organized he is, and how keen to teach me now things and correct my mistakes!!