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Maxfield Bennett
Professional TeacherTeaches
Japanese
Speaks
English
Native
University Japanese Language Instructor, JLPT N1 certification and 15 years experience learning.
Teaches
Japanese
Speaks
English
Native
University Japanese Language Instructor, JLPT N1 certification and 15 years experience learning.
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
Resume & Certificates
From United StatesLiving in Charleston, United States (22:56 UTC-05:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Aug 12, 2025InterestsBusiness & FinanceAnimation & ComicsReadingGamingMusic
初めまして！(Hajimemashite!) My name is Max, and I am currently teaching Japanese at Marshall University in Huntington, West Virginia! I lived in Japan on and off for three years while teaching English to pre-school through junior high school. In the process, I learned that I love teaching and decided to be a certified Japanese teacher in the U.S.!
I have been learning Japanese, almost exclusively on my own, for over 15 years, so I am up to date on all of the most valuable language learning tools available to date. My interests include learning other languages (right now I'm learning Korean!), health and nutrition, and, if I have time, anime and video games (especially Dance Dance Revolution).Me as a Teacher
I'm always looking for the latest and greatest trends in language learning. Right now I am looking into how to use AI to aid in language learning, especially as a way of helping students begin to understand "authentic" (non-learner focused materials e.g. created by Japanese people for Japanese people) materials. I have found that the software that makes phenomenal use of AI in this way, and use it myself to further improve my own language abilities! My lessons & teaching style
I'm here to teach you that you can do hard things. I'm not just teaching you Japanese, but teaching you HOW to learn Japanese! The tools available to learn a language are constantly evolving and it can be extremely difficult to keep up, but I'm here to show you that you CAN learn Japanese! My goal is to set you up with a system to allow you to learn Japanese from any authentic resources that you are interested in. Implementing small daily habits and consistency are more important than anything else when it comes to language learning, so if you follow the plan I lay out and don't give up, you are guaranteed success! 一緒に頑張りましょう！(Let's do our best! You got this!)My teaching material
- Flashcards
- Video files
- PDF file
- Image files
- Text Documents
- Articles and news
Certificates
Masters in World Language Education - The Ohio State University - 2023I was required to take 38 credit hours of courses covering topics related to general practices used to teach world languages to student from K-12th grade.
Certificate verified
Masters in World Language Education - The Ohio State University - 2023I was required to take 38 credit hours of courses covering topics related to general practices used to teach world languages to student from K-12th grade.
Certificate verified
Teaching experience
2023 - Current
Instructor of JapaneseMarshall University - Huntington, WV
August 2023 to Present
Teach the first four semesters of Japanese Language classes
Prepare for and teach four classes per semester
Engage students in Japanese cultural activities, including Hyakuman Isshu and calligraphy
Created lesson plans using a wide variety of authentic sources from Japanese media
Assisted with extracurricular activities, such as Japanese club
Write letters of recommendation for students applying to study abroad in Japan
2021 - 2022
Instructor of JapaneseTaught online Japanese classes of up to 15 students via Zoom
Created hour long lesson plans to teach beginning students of Japanese
Utilized a variety of authentic online sources
Worked together with students to develop an individualized lesson plans specific to their wants and needs
Provided verbal, as well as written, feedback to students
Kept and maintained records for individualized students
Education
2022 - 2023
Master's - World Language EducationMasters in World Language Education with a focus on Japanese.
Work Experience
2020 - 2021
Native English TeacherAssisted native Japanese homeroom teachers teach English at a junior high school
Created original materials for all three grade levels of English class
Helped third year students prepare for the English portion of their high school entrance exam
Created rubrics for, and administered English speaking assessments for all three grade levels
Fostered a positive and friendly image of foreign residents of Japan through interacting with students in English throughout the school day
5.0
Rating
15
Students
60
Lessons
99%
Attendance rate
99%
Response rate
Japanese Lessons
Trial Lesson
6 lessons completed
USD 10.00+
Introduction to Immersion Learning
A1 - B2Language Essentials36 lessons completed
USD 15.00+
Package with 15% off
Genki 1 and 2 All-Encompasing Course (Vocabulary, Grammar, and Kanji)
A1 - B2Language Essentials3 lessons completed
USD 15.00+
Package with 15% off
Japanese Conversation
A1 - B1Conversation4 lessons completed
USD 12.00+
Package with 17% off
JLPT Preparation
A2 - B2Language Essentials11 lessons completed
USD 30.00+
Package with 17% off
Availability
Based on your timezone (UTC+00:00)
4 Reviews
charlotte thompson
7 Japanese lessons
Sensei Maxfield is a great teacher! Super fun lessons and each time I build more confidence to speak and explore my skill level. I always learn something new! He explains grammar in a relatable way and explores fun content to make the time enjoyable! I always look forward to practicing my Japanese with him.
Oct 16, 2025
Kendrick
11 Japanese lessons
Max does an incredible job of making learning fun and engaging! We went through a bunch of panels of a manga and read it together while he was able to explain any words/phrases/grammar I didn't know and answered all of my questions around it! Super fun way to teach and I had a great time with it!
Aug 22, 2025
Gavin Taylor
2 Japanese lessons
Super enthusiastic right out of the first lesson! Very easy to get along with, gave a comprehensive introduction to basics right out of the gate and was very helpful when talking about future lesson plans and structuring lessons based on my needs.
Oct 15, 2025
Kendrick
11 Japanese lessons
Max was great at getting me set up to either learn with him or by myself and made it clear that he wanted to help me with my goals, regardless of if I was going to continue taking lessons from him! Super fun to talk to and very much recommend him for anyone that wants help getting started with where to learn Japanese and how to progress!
Aug 18, 2025
Trial Lesson
USD 10.00
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